Press Release June 18th, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
STORYTELLING IN ACTION PREMIERES ITS FIRST LIVE STORYTELLING EVENT FOR THE BLACK BOYS & MEN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT, JULY 9-10, 2026, AT COLLEGE PARK MARRIOTT HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
The Black Boys & Men Mental Health Summit will be held on July 9–10, 2026, at the College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Hyattsville, Maryland, just minutes from the University of Maryland campus.
The two-day event is presented by 100 Black Men of Prince George’s County alongside major regional and national health organizations. Attendees can expect powerful workshops, keynotes, and panel discussions focused on mental wellness, emotional strength, and breaking the stigma around mental health in the Black community.
Storytelling in Action will kick off day two of the event with compelling true stories of resilience from three men of color who celebrate their resilience in the face of trauma. These stories will inform and inspire conference attendees as they contemplate innovative strategies to support the mental wellness of Black men and boys.
Event & Booking Details
Dates: Thursday, July 9, 2026 – Friday, July 10, 2026
Location: College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, Hyattsville, MD
Host Organization: 100 Black Men of Prince George’s County [1, 3, 4]
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BLACK BOYS & MEN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT JULY 9-10, 2026 COLLEGE PARK MARRIOTT HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
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About Storytelling in Action
Storytelling in Action is a Delaware LLC founded by Jamie J. Brunson, former Executive Director of First Person Arts. Storytelling in Action is dedicated to bringing the highest-quality storytelling to audiences across multiple platforms. Our goal is to develop artful, compelling stories, then strategically release them to have maximum positive impact. We believe:
- Everyone deserves their place in history.
- Storytelling validates the dignity and importance of every person’s story.
- Storytelling, when nurtured in a safe, embracing environment, transcends barriers, connects people through their unique and shared experiences, and builds stronger communities.
The foundation of our art emerges from three seminal questions:
- “What true stories need to be told NOW?”
- “Who needs to tell them?” and
- “Who needs to hear them?”
Driven by its core belief, the organization brings answers to these questions to thought leadership with intention.
Media & Registration Information
Members of the press, community stakeholders, and prospective attendees seeking schedule details, credentials, or registration links can find updates on the summit via the official 100 Black Men of Prince George’s County Instagram profile.
For more information about Storytelling in Action, email: JamieJ@storytellinginaction.com