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Book cover titled "the black parachute" with an illustration of a black parachute, subtitle "a Black Man’s guided journal for reflection, healing & self-discovery," and curated by Josh Cobb.

What Is The Journal?

The Black Parachute: a Black Man’s guided journal for reflection, healing & self-discovery" is a 365-day guided reflection experience designed to support healing, vulnerability, and growth within the exploration of Black masculinity.

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The Black Parachute is committed to making this journal accessible to Black men across Minnesota. We distribute journals free of charge at our pop-ups, community activations, and partner events throughout the state, and we strongly encourage you to meet us in person to receive your copy and experience the community behind the journal.

Can't make it to one of our events or live outside Minnesota? The Black Parachute is also available for purchase on Amazon, so you can begin your reflection journey wherever you are.

Two men standing together in a bookstore, smiling and holding a book titled 'the black parachute.' They are surrounded by shelves filled with colorful books, and a table with more books is visible in the foreground.
A woman holding a booklet at a table with promotional materials, smiling at a man behind the table, at an indoor event in a gymnasium. The table displays the logo 'the black parachute.' in black on a navy blue tablecloth.
Two men standing together, shaking hands, in a room with white walls. One man is dressed in a suit and glasses, the other in a light-colored shirt and holding a book. They are smiling.
A woman in an orange patterned top is reaching for printed materials on a table, holding a coffee cup, with multiple copies of a booklet titled 'the black parachute' displayed on the table. A man in a dark suit is standing nearby, looking at the materials, in a lobby or conference area with large glass windows and tables.

Where to Find Us.

  • Beyond the Smile: Suicide Awareness Walk

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 09/20/2026

    Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm

    Address: North Commons Park, 1801 N James Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411

  • Mind & Movement Reset

    Community Activation

    Date: 09/19/2026

    Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm

    Address: 576 Front Ave, St Paul, MN 55117

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  • Community Conversation on Everyday Health

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 08/15/2026

    Time: 11am-2pm

    Address: University of Minnesota, 2231 6th St SE Rm 1-210, Minneapolis, MN 55455

  • Human Roots Health and Wellness Awareness Event

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 08/08/2026

    Time: 11am-3pm

    Address: Jimmy Lee Recreation Center, 1063 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104

  • Are U Down 2 Urth?

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 07/25/2026

    Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm

    Address: 825 Arts, 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104

  • Rebound MPLS: The Ujima Family Resilience Program

    Community Activation

    Date: 07/21/2026

    Time: 5:00pm-9:00pm

    Address: 6120 Earl Brown Drive, 5th Floor, Minneapolis, MN

  • The Black Market

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 07/11/2026

    Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm

    Address: 767 Eustis St, St Paul, MN 55114

  • Christmas in July Event (Project Hope MN)

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 07/10/2026

    Time: 12:00pm-6:00pm

    Address: Corner of 5th St. & Minnesota St., St Paul, MN 55101

  • Strive Publishing & Bookstore

    Community Activation

    Date: 07/02/2026

    Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm

    Address: 825 Nicollet Mall, Suite 160, Minneapolis, MN 55402

  • African-American Educational Empowerment (AME)

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 06/17/2026

    Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm

    Address: MPLS College Outdoor Plaza, 1501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN

  • Juneteenth Black Market

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 06/13/2026

    Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm

    Address: 767 Eustis St, St Paul, MN 55114

  • Mali Center

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 05/30/2026

    Time: 10:30am-12:30pm

    Address: 576 Front Ave, St Paul, MN 55117

  • Black Garnet Books

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 05/23/2026

    Time: 11:00am-2:00pm

    Address: 1319 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104

  • The Barbershop: Wellness Conversations

    Community Activation

    Date: 05/17/2026

    Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm

    Address: Urban Touch Barbershop, 1401 E. 38th st, Minneapolis, MN

  • Black Garnet Books

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 05/09/2026

    Time: 11:00am-2:00pm

    Address: 1319 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104

  • St. Paul Central Senior High School

    Community Activation

    Date: 04/30/2026

    Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm

    Address: 275 Lexington Pkwy, St Paul, MN

  • Flava Coffee

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 04/25/2026

    Time: 10:00am-2:00pm

    Address: 623 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104

  • St. Cloud State University

    Community Activation

    Date: 04/22/2026

    Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm

    Address: 651 1st Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301

  • 825 Arts Community BBQ

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 04/21/2026

    Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

    Address: 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104

  • Flava Coffee

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 04/11/2026

    Time: 10:00am-2:00pm

    Address: 623 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104

  • Dont Shoot Guns Shoot Hoops Boys to Men Camp

    Community Pop-Up

    Date: 03/29/2026

    Time: 11:30am-4:00pm

    Address: 1750 105th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449

Why This Matters

Black men are often taught to suppress emotion and internalize struggle. The Black Parachute Journal challenges that narrative. Through daily prompts, structured check-ins, and intentional reflection, participants build emotional literacy, discipline, and clarity over the course of a year.

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