Diagnosed - A Screening of a Play on Mental Health
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Diagnosed - A Screening of a Play on Mental Health

A Play by Iyona Blake

By The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. - Metropolitan Washington DC Chapter

Date and time

Saturday, May 3 · 12 - 3pm EDT

Location

Dorothy I. Height/Benning Neighborhood Library

3935 Benning Road Northeast Washington, DC 20019

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

Welcome to Diagnosed - A Screening of a Play that highlights Women and Girls’ Mental Health Awareness and Support.

Come join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 12 PM at the Dorothy I. Height Neighborhood Library for an eye-opening experience. In partnership with HER Cause Inc., this event aims to raise awareness concerning women and girls’ mental health issues through the powerful medium of theater.

Witness the raw emotions and struggles of women and girls dealing with mental health challenges as portrayed by a talented cast. Gain insight and empathy as you follow their journey towards understanding, acceptance, and healing.

Don't miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and support mental health advocacy. Let's break the stigma and start the conversations together.


Post-Screening Discussion: After the screening, a post-screening discussion led by mental health professionals, with participation from the playwright, ensures audiences feel supported. Additionally, there will be tables outside the room for local organizations and mental health professionals to share mental health and wellness resources, business cards, and other materials to support the audience as they leave the screening.

Content Warning: Please be advised that this production contains material of suicide, sexual assault, depression, and other references of mental health disorders that may act as triggers. "Diagnosed" is intended for mature audiences only.


Production Disclaimer Statement: This stage play, its content, staff, affiliates/sponsors, website, and other related resources do not provide medical advice, and are not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. This production and services should not be relied upon, or replace assistance from a medical provider.


FreeMay 3 · 12:00 PM EDT