Yesterday I had the pleasure of being interviewed at WORT 89.9 FM I spoke with the hosts about my recently published article on Black Third Spaces. Thank you for extending the invitation. I thoroughly enjoyed it. wortfm.org/finding-the-bl…

Third spaces and opioid use within Black communities of Dane County: a qualitative secondary data analysis tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10…

Join us every Thursday for Zumba Classes at the Greater Sacramento Urban League. This class is FREE and open to the community. Classes will be held Sept 15th-Dec 22nd (or unless otherwise notified). Bring a towel and a friend. @Dwayne_Crenshaw Troy Malcolm

We are now hiring for several open positions To learn more about career opportunities with the Greater Sacramento Urban League visit lnkd.in/gKBUkUxw To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected] #careeropportunities #nowhiring #Sacramento #Sacramentojobs

I am excited to announce that my wife and I have partnered with the Clayton State to launch the Dr. Troy and Dr. Jahmese Williams Dream Maker Annual Scholarship. If you know any students attending Clayton State in the 2023-2024 school year, please encourage them to apply.

We are grateful to be a part of the National Urban League Movement fighting for youth and their access to equitable opportunities in education. Recently we were in NYC convening w/other Urban League Affiliate Presidents & CEOs & leaders from across the country. Thank you Marc Morial

Today my article was published. The article discusses the complex power dynamics between academic and community partners in an initiative addressing disparities in Black infant mortality. collaborations.miami.edu/articles/10.33…

Check out this story on this program we created for Black men to address mental health in Black communities. #CutToTheChase

An article was written on the work that we are doing in Sacramento. Please check it out if you have time.

I was interviewed on NPR earlier this month. Check it out if you have time.

I'm excited that our recent work in mental health is making waves across the news lately!

My friend wrote an important thing: Invest in Black social networks to combat deadly drug use | Guest Columns | captimes.com captimes.com/opinion/guest-…

I am honored to be part of the groundbreaking Black Health Equity Advisory Group with California Department of Public Health Excited to collaborate with fellow members from community-based organizations to drive meaningful change for Black Californians. #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #Evaluation

I had the opportunity to write my first Op-Ed at the Madison-based newspaper The Capital Times The article is about the 30-year anniversary of the 1994 Crime Bill and how we need to take a more public health approach. captimes.com/opinion/guest-…

Becoming a scholar is not easy. In particular, becoming a scholar whose contributions utilize qualitative data poses a unique challenge because this methodological approach demands unusual patience and is often subject to misplaced standards of rigor. Yet, there is joy in the end

Over the last year, I have had the pleasure of working with a team of researchers . Our team explored the historical impact of policies on the Black community in Sacramento, focusing on the forced displacement of Black businesses and residents and its aftermath.

In our meetings, we engaged in thought-provoking conversations about what reparations could look like for a people who lost so much. Proud to be part of this important initiative toward justice and equity. magazine.ucdavis.edu/studying-sacra…

I am thrilled to announce the release of my first book “Boogie Builds a Clinic on the Southside.” This book highlights the power of collective action and the critical importance of healthcare access. Get your copy on 6/19/24: [bit.ly/BuildWithBoogie]

I just finished reading my brilliant colleague and former classmate Greg Wilson, PhD article, and it’s incredibly insightful. He highlights critical challenges that Black nonprofit executives experience. doi.org/10.1177/089976…

To the 15 of you still following me lol I just wanted to share that I organized a 5K/10K event in Sacramento centered on mental health. We activated 634 people through movement, music, and community. Grateful and still processing it all. #RnBRunningSeries