Trailblazers like Bebe Moore Campbell, Dr. Herman George Canady, and Drs. Mamie and Kenneth Clark helped lay the foundation for more inclusive, equitable mental health care.
Bebe Moore Campbell was a passionate author and advocate who helped bring national attention to mental health in communities of color. Dr. Herman George Canady was a pioneering psychologist who challenged racial bias in psychological testing. And Drs. Mamie and Kenneth Clark, through their famous “doll test” studies, revealed the effects of internalized racism on Black children — research later cited in the historic Brown v. Board of Education case.
Their leadership, research, and advocacy helped break down barriers and reshape how mental health is understood in Black communities.
At Community Health Alliance, we’re proud to continue that legacy — working toward a future where care is accessible, compassionate, and rooted in justice.
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