Are You OK?
Your health matters. Your life matters. Check in with yourself and your brothers.
About Are You OK?
Are You OK? is Kappa Alpha Psi's comprehensive health and wellness initiative, developed in partnership with Johnson & Johnson. The program addresses the full spectrum of health — mental, physical, nutritional, and preventive — with a particular focus on the health disparities that disproportionately affect Black men and communities of color.
Too often, Black men are taught that seeking help is a sign of weakness. Are You OK? directly challenges that narrative — promoting a culture within Kappa Alpha Psi® and beyond where brothers check in with each other, prioritize their health, and seek help without shame.
Health Disparities We're Addressing
Mental Health
- 🔴 21% of Black Americans experience mental illness
- 🔴 Only 39% of those affected receive care
- 🔴 56–74% of those exposed to trauma require mental health services
Prostate Cancer
- 🔴 Approximately 1 in 5 Black men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer
- 🔴 Black men are 2× more likely to die from prostate cancer
- 🔴 Black men have a 1.7× higher diagnosis rate than white men
Six Areas of Support
Are You OK? provides resources across six critical health domains
Mental Health Evaluation
Access to evidence-based mental health screening tools and assessments to help members understand their mental health status and identify when professional support may be needed. Self-assessment resources are available confidentially online.
Medical & Physical Health
Information and resources on preventive screenings, prostate health, cardiovascular disease, diabetes management, and other conditions that disproportionately affect Black men. Early detection saves lives.
Nutrition
Practical nutritional guidance tailored to Black men's health needs — addressing the specific dietary factors that contribute to health disparities in the community while being culturally informed and realistic.
Educational Resources
A curated library of health education materials, research, and tools covering mental health, physical wellness, and preventive care — all vetted for accuracy and designed for accessibility.
Video Support
A growing library of video content including personal testimonials from brothers who have navigated mental health challenges, expert interviews, and educational presentations on key health topics.
Get Involved
Opportunities for chapters and individual brothers to host Are You OK? events, health fairs, and wellness workshops in their communities — extending the program's reach and normalizing conversations about health.
Partnership with Johnson & Johnson
The Are You OK? initiative was developed in partnership with Johnson & Johnson, one of the world's leading healthcare companies. This partnership provides Kappa Alpha Psi® with access to leading-edge health education content, clinical expertise, and resources to ensure that the program's guidance is grounded in science and reflective of the latest medical evidence.
Johnson & Johnson's commitment to health equity aligns with Kappa Alpha Psi's mission to improve outcomes for Black men and communities of color — making this partnership a natural expression of shared values.
Crisis Resources
If you or a brother is experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available. You are not alone. Please reach out immediately.