Black Men’s Wellness Day Returns to Charlotte with a Mission to Save Lives

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The African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA) is bringing its life-saving message to Charlotte once again with Black Men’s Wellness Day on August 23 at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. The event is part of a national movement to combat health disparities and promote holistic wellness among Black men and their families.

“We were founded to save lives,” says John Gregory, AAMWA’s founder. “Our mission is to bring the clinic to the community and make sure Black men know their numbers—blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol—because early detection saves lives.”

The agency began in Columbus, Ohio, and now operates in cities across the country, including Charlotte. Its work addresses critical issues like high blood pressure, diabetes, and mental health—conditions that disproportionately affect Black men and often go untreated due to stigma and lack of access.

“We’re saying, not on our watch, adds Kenny Hampton, AAMWA President. “Black men are dying at 67 from preventable diseases. We’re here to change that.” Knowing your numbers is more than a catchphrase—it’s a critical step in preventing chronic illness. High blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease often go undetected until it’s too late. “If you don’t know your numbers, you don’t know your risk,” says Kenny Hampton.  “Real Men Real talk is one of the arms of the organization where we invite men to have those hard conversations.”  says Victor Tolbert.  He adds “it’s a game changer seeing men open up and be vulnerable.”

Black Men’s Wellness Day is open to everyone, though the focus remains on empowering Black men to take charge of their health. “This isn’t just about men—it’s about families,” Hampton explains. “When a father gets healthy, the whole household benefits. We’re building generational wellness.”

Attendees will also hear from ambassadors and influencers who are helping to normalize conversations around mental health. AAMWA’s Real Men, Real Talk initiative creates safe spaces for men to open up about depression, anxiety, and trauma.

“Vulnerability is strength,” says Hampton. “We’re giving brothers permission to heal.”To get involved or attend, visit aawellness.org. Passion teams are forming now, and all are welcome to walk, talk, and take action on August 23rd.