The BACH Group

09/02/2026

❤️ Join Us for MACH Learning Session I!

The BACH Group, as the contractor supporting the facilitation and coordination of projects within the Mississippi State Department of Health’s Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Program, invites Mississippi Delta community members, healthcare professionals, community partners, and stakeholders to join us for the Mississippi Alliance for Cardiovascular Health (MACH) Learning Session I.

📅 Tuesday, September 22, 2026
📍 Northwest Mississippi Community College – Haraway Center, Senatobia, MS
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

This learning session, “Beyond the Heart: Addressing Behavioral, Social, and Clinical Drivers of Cardiovascular Health,” will bring together clinical expertise, public health perspectives, and community voices to strengthen cardiovascular and stroke prevention efforts across Mississippi.

Dr. Earl N. Benjamin-Robinson, CPH, FNAP, of The BACH Group, will be one of the featured speakers, alongside Dr. Antoine Keller, MD, FAC, FACS, Professor and Chief of Cardiac Surgery at University of Mississippi Medical Center.

❤️ FREE health screenings will also be available, including blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol (as available), BMI, health education, and referral resources.

Register today using the QR code on the flyer (or click here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhx0YvriOXEQdSvVca4uXNxFwjeL3z_MMk1DuKnydKlcYKQw/viewform) and join us in the Mississippi Delta!

Together, we can go beyond the heart to address the factors that shape cardiovascular health and build healthier Mississippi communities.

08/27/2026

Join us to learn about the restoration and revitalization plans and next steps for the historic Lincoln Beach. The project team would like you to share in the updates for the beloved community landmark.

For more information email:
[email protected] | nola.gov/lincolnbeach ⚜️

08/26/2026

🎉 The BACH Group is excited to welcome J Christopher Johnson as our newest Master of Social Work (MSW) Intern!

Christopher is currently pursuing his MSW at Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) and will gain hands-on experience supporting BACH’s work across public health, behavioral health, health equity, community engagement, and organizational development.

At BACH, we believe in investing in emerging professionals and creating meaningful opportunities to translate classroom learning into real-world practice. We look forward to supporting Christopher’s professional growth while benefiting from the perspective, energy, and skills he brings to our team.

Please join us in giving Christopher a warm BACH welcome! 💚

08/19/2026

Rolling Out sat down with Kelechi Ubozoh, co-author of The Psychiatric Green Book, to talk about why the guide exists.

It started with a phone call. Families kept reaching out to BEAM saying they didn't know where their institutionalized loved ones were, or how to advocate for them. What began as an idea for a few Instagram reels grew into a full guide, built with disability rights advocates and policy experts, including Dr. Rupi Legha.

Kelechi's advice for families starts before crisis ever hits: create a psychiatric advance directive, set up a release of information, and know your rights going in.

Read the full interview here: https://rollingout.com/2026/08/11/kelechi-ubozoh-psychiatric-green-book/

Grab your copy of The Psychiatric Green Book: https://beam.community/green-book/

08/19/2026

🎉 Excellence Recognized!

Congratulations to BACH’s Dr. Michael L. Benjamin-Robinson, LCSW-BACS, who was recently recognized by The University of Southern Mississippi for his induction as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice (NAP) – Social Work Academy: https://www.usm.edu/news/2026/releases/national-academies-of-practice.php

At the time of the university’s announcement, Dr. Benjamin-Robinson served as a Visiting Instructor in the Southern Miss School of Social Work. As of August 2026, he has advanced to the role of Assistant Teaching Professor, marking another exciting milestone in his academic career.

With more than 25 years of experience spanning social services, clinical social work, mental health, public health, training, and education, Dr. Benjamin-Robinson continues to demonstrate the power of social work leadership across disciplines. His selection as an NAP Distinguished Fellow (FNAP) recognizes his professional excellence and commitment to advancing interprofessional education, scholarship, research, practice, and policy.

👏🏾 Congratulations, Dr. Benjamin-Robinson, on this national recognition and your continued advancement in social work education!

08/09/2026

🎉 The BACH Group Celebrates Dr. Earl Benjamin-Robinson’s Appointment to the National Board of Public Health Examiners Board of Directors.

The BACH Group is proud to announce that our Co-Founder and Principal, Dr. Earl Benjamin-Robinson, DrHSc, CPH, FNAP, has been appointed to the National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE) Board of Directors.

With more than two decades of experience in public health practice, leadership, community engagement, health equity, workforce development, and translating research into practice, Dr. Benjamin-Robinson brings a practitioner-centered perspective to this national leadership role.

As a Certified in Public Health (CPH) professional and Fellow of the National Academies of Practice (FNAP), his appointment reflects his longstanding commitment to strengthening the public health workforce and advancing the role of public health practitioners in improving the health of people, populations, and communities.

The BACH Group congratulates Dr. Benjamin-Robinson on this distinguished appointment and looks forward to the expertise and perspective he will contribute to NBPHE and the broader public health profession.

Learn more about the National Board of Public Health Examiners and its Board of Directors:
https://www.nbphe.org/about-nbphe/nbphe-leadership/

08/03/2026

Dr. Earl Nupsius Benjamin-Robinson, Co-Founder and Principal of The BACH Group, was honored to be invited to speak at Xavier University of Louisiana’s Magnificent Male Experience (MME). He had the opportunity to engage an outstanding group of young men in a meaningful conversation about mental wellness, resilience, and leadership.

Dr. Benjamin-Robinson extends his sincere appreciation to XULA’s MME for the warm welcome and for their unwavering commitment to investing in the next generation of Black male leaders. Creating spaces where young men can openly discuss wellness and personal growth is essential to building healthier individuals, stronger families, and more resilient communities.

07/30/2026

We are excited to share that Nicole Coleman will be joining The BACH Group this August as our newest Master of Public Health (MPH) Intern!

Nicole is currently pursuing her MPH at Purdue University and brings with her an extensive background in communications. Her expertise in strategic messaging, engagement, and relationship-building will be an incredible asset as she joins our growing team.

During her internship, Nicole will support several key initiatives, including our partnership with the Mississippi State Department of Health, where she will contribute to the development and implementation of Community Health Worker–Health Coach trainings and coalition development and implementation efforts. Through this work, she will help strengthen community capacity, advance health equity, and support sustainable public health partnerships.

At The BACH Group, we believe in preparing the next generation of public health leaders through meaningful, hands-on experiences. We are honored that Nicole has chosen to grow with us, and we look forward to the knowledge, creativity, and passion she will bring to our team.

Please join us in welcoming Nicole Coleman to the BACH family! We are excited for all that we will accomplish together.

07/28/2026

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07/28/2026

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