According to the Associated Press, Taraji P. Henson will receive an honorary AARP Purpose Prize for her work in eradicating the stigma surrounding mental health in marginalized communities. The organization announced that Henson, founder of the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation, will be honored at a ceremony on Oct. 1 in Washington, D.C.
Henson’s foundation, launched in 2018 in memory of her father, who battled untreated mental health issues after Vietnam, focuses on providing mental health resources and support.
Henson expressed her hope that AARP’s recognition will encourage more people to discuss their struggles openly and seek help. The foundation has also partnered with Alabama State University on mental health wellness initiatives.
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