Official U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (#CSSBMB) - research and policy recommendations for Black men and boys in the United States.
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Join the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys at the 2026 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference for its Braintrust, honoring the parents who fight for their sons’ legacies.
Learn more from the press release below. 👇🏿
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Recovery is possible, and access to supportive, culturally responsive care can help individuals and families navigate the path to wellness.👇🏿
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September 10 is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay.
Everyone deserves a safe space to seek help, find connection, and feel heard.
Today, we raise awareness and encourage conversations that support #mentalhealth and #wellbeing for Black men and boys.
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Explore research and policy recommendations helping to advance educational outcomes for Black male students in the United States: bit.ly/3KET9Mh.
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U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys examines Black male employment in its 2026 report. Learn more: bit.ly/3OFGICB.
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#NationalBlackBusinessMonth
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Social wellness is built through #connection, #belonging, positive experiences, and meaningful relationships. 👇🏾🔗
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This #DisabilityPrideMonth, the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) proudly uplifts and celebrates Black men and boys with #disabilities. 👇🏿
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July is #MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth.
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services #OfficeofMinorityHealth (@HHSGov and @MinorityHealth)... 👇🏿🧵
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Structural barriers to #economic #wellbeing and the historical impact of #racial oppression both contribute to a negative environment that worsens #health outcomes for Black men and boys. 🧵👇🏿
#MensHealthMonth
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During #PTSDAwarenessMonth, the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) recognizes the importance of mental health awareness, support, and access to care for Black men and boys impacted by trauma. 🧵👇🏿
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#HappyPrideMonth from the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_). Today, we recognize the intersection of Black and #LGBTQ+ identities and the diversity of lived experiences within our communities.
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U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) examines critical issues impacting Black males across the United States, including #health and #wellness outcomes. For #MensHealthMonth, explore @CSSBMB_’s research and policy recommendations.👇🏿🔗
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Learn more from the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys report on Black male employment: bit.ly/3OFGICB.
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This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_ ) recognizes the importance of mental wellness. Support, connection, and open dialogue help build healthier communities.
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May is #OlderAmericansMonth.
U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) recognizes the importance of older adults in our communities and the continued value of healthy living across every life stage.
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NEW REPORT: U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) releases its 2026 report on Black male #employment.
Read here: bit.ly/3OFGICB.
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities (#HBCUs) have served as pillars of opportunity, producing a disproportionate share of Black professionals, leaders, and scholars. 👇🏿
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Discriminatory student discipline practices limit students’ opportunities, removing them from the classroom and undermining their academic and future success. Learn more: bit.ly/4iVIYA5.
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#SchooltoPrisonPipeline #SchoolDiscipline #BlackBoys #Education #CSSBMB
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Learn more from U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_): bit.ly/4iVIYA5.
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For #NationalMinorityHealthMonth, explore the School-to-Prison Pipeline and how it impacts the #wellbeing of Black men and boys: bit.ly/4pi2hoX.
#MinorityHealthMonth
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April is #FinancialLiteracyMonth.
U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) recommends federal funding for financial literacy and entrepreneurship programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (#HBCUs).
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U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) recommends boosting federal support for #HBCUs & Black youth education during the Trump administration. Explore the Commission’s policy recommendations here: bit.ly/3UhVXk0.
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“Closing the Gap: Addressing Declining Black Male Enrollment at HBCUs and Colleges”
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Time: 3 PM ET
Location: Virtual
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📢 UPDATE
The U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys FY26 first quarter business meeting is postponed.
New Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Follow @CSSBMB_ for updates.
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School policies that criminalize normal adolescent behavior often blur the line between typical youthful actions and criminal offenses.👇🏿
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NEW REPORT: U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_) releases its new report on the #SchooltoPrisonPipeline and its impact on Black boys in the United States.
Learn more: bit.ly/4pR4ojT.
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March is #WomensHistoryMonth — a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of women across every field, including those shaping policy, justice, and public service. We recognize women whose leadership, vision, and dedication strengthen communities and inspire change.
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“I am somebody.”
— Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. (1941–2026)
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#JesseJackson
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School discipline practices mirror adult criminal justice “tough on crime” policies and often lack adequate due process protections, raising constitutional concerns. Learn more at CSSBMB.gov: bit.ly/4iVIYA5.
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Black boys are significantly overrepresented in suspensions, expulsions, and school-based arrests relative to their share of the pre-K through 12 student population and compared to their peers. Learn more at CSSBMB.gov: bit.ly/4pR4ojT.
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Black male #preschoolers face disproportionately high rates of #suspensions and #expulsions, especially concentrated in the Southern United States. Learn more: bit.ly/4iVIYA5.
#SchooltoPrisonPipeline
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#Didyouknow racial disparities in school discipline are driven primarily by differential treatment and differential sorting, rather than differences in student behavior? Learn more at CSSBMB.gov: bit.ly/4iVIYA5.
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Most expulsions and suspensions are for minor, subjective offenses like “disrespect” or “defiance,” which are vulnerable to bias application. Learn more about the #SchooltoPrisonPipeline and its impact on Black boys in the United States: bit.ly/4iVIYA5.
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For 100 years, national #BlackHistory commemorations have shaped policy, progress, and culture. Honoring the past means advancing the future. U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys uplifts the importance of Black history, research, and findings.
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NEW REPORT: U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (@CSSBMB_ ) releases its new report on the School-to-Prison Pipeline and its impact on Black Boys in the United States. Learn more: bit.ly/4pR4ojT.
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#HappyThanksgiving from the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys ( @CSSBMB_). Today, we celebrate gratitude, community, and ongoing connection.
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According to @CDCgov, suicide and suicidal behavior are influenced by negative conditions, also known as social determinants of health.👇🏿
#SuicidePreventionMonth
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Black Americans face #homelessness at higher rates — a reflection of inequities across #housing, #healthcare, #employment, and more: bit.ly/41qp1tL.
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For Black male students, Black male teachers can significantly impact school achievement and broader life success: bit.ly/4dyyd2z.
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#Education
#BlackMaleTeachers
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Learn how federal investment in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (#HBCUs) can be strengthened through targeted funding, institutional capacity-building, and expanded pathways to #academic and #economic success: bit.ly/3UhVXk0.
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In school settings, student behavior is increasingly criminalized. Students of color are most affected. Learn more: bit.ly/4pb8oN0.
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