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The Audacity of Growth: Black Men’s Wellness Conference A Two-Day Experienc

By Manifest Destiny, Inc

This is men’s wellness conference is for men seeking resources and community surrounding their mental, economic and spiritual health

Date and time

Location

Auburn Avenue Research Library

101 Auburn Avenue Northeast Atlanta, GA 30303

Agenda

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Check-in & Welcome


Registration table open in foyer. Light refreshments available. Organizations set up resource tables (Room C). Early networking begins.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Parallel Breakouts (3 Rooms)


Room A – Undugu Session Healing circle for men. Theme: Brotherhood, Vulnerability, Growth. Room B – Supporting Men’s Mental Health (Women’s Session) Workshop equipping women to better understand and ...

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch & Networking


Lunch served. Encourage visiting resource tables. Volunteers float to make introductions between attendees and org reps.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

The Growth Exchange (Auditorium)


Blended Spotlight + Fireside Conversation Quick grounding (collective breath + affirmation) Organizational Spotlights (10 orgs, ~6 min each) Format for each org: 2 min spotlight → mission + one stor...

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

“What Do You Need?” Round + Guided Connections


Audience Need Share (15 min) Open floor: brothers (and sisters) stand and share “I need ___.” (mentorship, resources, healing spaces, financial tools, etc.). Directed Speed Connections (30 min) A...

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Closing Reflection and Networking

Good to know

Highlights

  • 6 hours
  • In person

About this event

Health • Mental health

The Audacity of Growth: Black Men’s Wellness Conference

A Two-Day Experience of Healing, Connection & Community

  • Event Overview

Date & Time:

  • Day One: Saturday, September 20, 2025 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Day Two: Sunday, September 21, 2025 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location:

📍 Historic Auburn Research Library

101 Auburn Ave NE · Atlanta, GA 30303

About the Event

The Audacity of Growth is more than a conference — it’s a movement.

This two-day experience creates intentional space for Black men and those who love us to gather, heal, and rise together.

From mental and emotional wellness to economic empowerment and spiritual growth, the weekend is designed to connect brothers with resources, organizations, and each other.

Women are ENCOURAGED to attend there will be specific programming for women and we will unite in the auditorium to futher our conversation and healing.

Day One · Sept 20, 2025

Black Men’s Wellness Conference

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Historic Auburn Research Library

Highlights include:

Undugu Healing Circles → Safe spaces for real conversations and breakthroughs

Workshops for Men & Women → Tools for supporting mental health journeys

Ight So Bloom - Fireside Exchanges → Intimate discussions with community thought leaders

  • Organizational Spotlights → Connect directly with groups making an impact and direct access to resources pertaining to Employment, Education, Fatherhood, Economic Empowerment

    Manifest Destiny

    Undugu Brotherhood

    The Dad Gang

    Black Boys Better

    The Black Man Lab

    4Kira4Dads

    Black Men Smile

    Atlanta Black Chamber of Commerce

    Russel Innovation Center for Entrepeneurs

    The Gathering Spot

    Equity in Education

Day Two · Sept 21, 2025

The March of Dads

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

The Beltline at Ponce Market

Sponsored by: The Dad Gang

An inspiring public demonstration of Black fatherhood, community strength, and collective leadership.

Join us as fathers, sons, brothers, and allies take to the streets to stand for presence, accountability, and love.

Who Should Attend

  • Black men seeking tools for healing, growth, and connection
  • Women and allies wanting to better support Black men’s wellness
  • Fathers, mentors, and community leaders
  • Anyone passionate about the mental, spiritual, and economic health of our communities

Frequently asked questions

Are women and children able to attend?

YES

Are Children Allowed

Ages 10 and up are encouraged to sit with the men in the Undugu session, ages 9 and under are encouraged to sit with the women in the support programming room

Organized by

Manifest Destiny, Inc

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Sep 20 · 10:00 AM EDT