Events

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration: Day of Celebration

Indiana Statehouse North Atrium 200 W Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, United States

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Indiana Holiday Commission, the Indiana Civil Rights Commission, Indiana Black Expo, Inc., the Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and AFSCME Local #725 will be hosting the celebration and award ceremony to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Thursday, January 11 at 12:00 PM in the Indiana Statehouse North Atrium. This year’s celebration is centered around Dr. King’s quote “every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or the darkness of destructive selfishness” from his sermon, “Three Dimensions of a Complete Life”. At this ceremony, four Hoosiers who have followed in the footsteps of Dr. Martin wanted Luther King, Jr. will be given awards for their service to our communities and the state.

Breaking the Silence: Mental Health & Immigrants

Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join immigrant welcome center and city of Indianapolis for first of its kind mental Health summit focused on understanding the mental health needs of immigrants and refugees.

Annual Barbershop Health Initiative

Free Health Screenings For Body Mass Index, Blood Pressure, and Blood Glucose. Health Education & Resources Also Provided

2024 ICC Annual Meeting: Impacting Cancer Across the Continuum

NCAA Conference and Events Center 700 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, United States

This year's annual meeting we will cover a range of topics and opportunities to address cancer across the continuum in Indiana. Join us as we look forward to a day full of cross-collaboration and networking with our state's knowledgeable and passionate cancer advocates!

InJAC Virtual Summit- Asthma: Exploring Myths and Misconceptions

Since 2003, the Indiana Joint Asthma Coalition has been working to reduce the burden of asthma in Indiana. This summit will address environmental triggers related to asthma and housing, the perils of second- and third-hand smoking, and the exploration of myths surrounding exercise and asthma.

Guardians Strengthening Guardians: May

Cancer Support Community 5150 W. 71st Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Guardians Strengthening Guardians is monthly caregiver gathering for African American men who care for loved ones impacted by cancer. Being a caregiver can be challenging. This monthly gathering is intended to be a place where individuals facing common issues can connect with each other to discuss experiences, difficulties, and successes.

Brothers Strengthening Brothers Through Survivorship: May

Cancer Support Community 5150 W. 71st Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Support groups offer a safe space where fellow patients can come connect with each other to discuss their experiences, difficulties, and successes in their cancer journey. The Brothers Strengthening Brothers Through Survivorship Group provides support for African American men with any type of cancer diagnosis, at all stages of treatment or recovery, to support, empower, and learn from each other.

Health & Wellness Expo

Studio G Fitness 5035 W 71st St Suite G, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join Cancer Support Community Indiana and Studio G Fitness for a FREE community event! Event includes: breast cancer screenings, oral health screening, vaccinations, blood pressure testing, BMI readings

Health Equity Event- At Home in the Environment

English Foundation Building 615 N. Alabama Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

This 90-minute hybrid webinar will feature speakers from a variety of organizations in the Indianapolis area speaking about how residents can access opportunities to engage in activities to support their respiratory and overall health. To learn about how improving our environment improves our health outcomes for chronic diseases like asthma. A Q&A session will follow the speakers and digital resources featuring speaker and InJAC coalition information will be provided.

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