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Executive Director’s Address
In 2025, the Black Psychiatrists of America (BPA) proudly hosted events at both the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) annual meetings, marking a milestone year of collaboration, connection, and celebration…. read more
BPA’s 2025 Transcultural Conference: A Transformative Experience on the Spice Island
The Black Psychiatrists of America (BPA) proudly hosted its 2025 Transcultural Conference on the beautiful island of Grenada, affectionately known as “The Spice Island.” Held from November 6–10, 2025, the conference brought together more than 140 attendees for an unforgettable blend of clinical education, cultural… read more
Street Renamed in Honor of Dr. Harold W. Jordan
On December 4, 2025, the Nashville Metro Council approved an ordinance designating a portion of Morena Street near Meharry Medical College as “Dr. Harold W. Jordan Way.” The honorary street name recognizes the extraordinary legacy of Dr. Harold W. Jordan, a nationally respected psychiatrist and Tennessee’s first… read more
2025 Climate Health Equity Fellow Graduate
I am grateful to share that I have graduated from the Climate & Health Equity Fellowship (CHEF), Class of 2025, sponsored by the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health in partnership with the National Medical Association. Our graduation ceremony was held at Howard University Hospital on December 13… read more
Biohistory of Feminism: New Release in February 2026 from De Gruyter
I am pleased to announce the upcoming publication of Biohistory of Feminism. I was honored to be asked by Blakney and Alves to lend my expertise on the manuscript and was given editor status. My suggestions primarily consisted of adding a broader diversity of content and scientific review. The intended audience is… read more
Insights from the 2025 Transcultural Conference in Grenada: Fostering Global Mental Health through Workforce Growth, Strategic Alliances, and Equity Promotion
The Black Psychiatrists of America, Inc. Annual Transcultural Conference took place in St. George’s, Grenada, November 6-10, 2025. The Royalton, as well as St. George’s University, was named as the conference headquarters for the week. This year’s theme, “Roots of Resilience: Confronting the Legacy of Racism… read more
Lifting Minds in 2026: Questions for BPA
In 1969, a delegation of ~100 Black psychiatrists, led by our founder, Dr. Chester Pierce, challenged the APA Board of Trustees with a 9-point platform. Contrasting the APA’s administrative structure with that of 57 years ago, there is clear evidence of a modicum of change. However, BPA must ask, “Is this enough?” Are… read more
Honoring Dr. Bill Lawson, Our Delgado Award Winner
Dr. William B. Lawson, M.D., Ph.D., DLFAPA was honored with the Andrea Delgado, MD Memorial Lecturer Award at the Annual Transcultural Conference Meeting of the Black Psychiatrists of America in Grenada. During his memorial lecture, he addressed the risks and benefits of emerging information technologies — particularly artificial intelligence — for the African American community, with a focus on ethical implementation…read more
Purpose, Psychiatry & the Power of Storytelling
In “Dr. Rahn K. Bailey: Psychiatry, Purpose, and the Power of Storytelling,” Georgina Dhillon shares that Dr. Rahn K. Bailey sees psychiatry as an essential, proactive force for addressing the social roots of mental health crises. Bailey advocates for treating more than just symptoms. Dhillon highlights his core belief: psychiatry…read more
BPA Panel at APA Annual Meeting
People with serious mental illness (SMI), often characterized as “a danger to society,” have a longstanding history of criminalization in the United States (1). Activists such as Dorothea Dix recognized how social conditions contribute to the development of mental illness and subsequent incarceration, advocating for more…read more
