Black History Month is a time for celebrating the achievements of, recognizing the history of, and acknowledging the disparities still facing the African American community. In a mental health context, we should also recognize it as a call for action. Stigma, socioeconomic circumstances, and a lack of cultural competency among providers are often to blame for African Americans being left behind in regards to comprehensive mental health care. We at NAMI California are addressing these challenges head on, but also appreciate the role family, faith, and social communities play in mental health healing in the African American Community.