Brothers of the Desert (BOD) will host its 7th Annual Wellness Summit on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the Renaissance Palm Springs.

With “Building Our Collective Resilience” as this year’s theme, Brothers of the Desert will continue its tradition of convening diverse guests and community partners who value empowering residents to live healthier, more connected lives.

The one-day event will feature inspiring keynote presentations and innovative workshops on topics such as spirituality, relationships, mental health, aging considerations, physical health, communication, healthy sex, and creative expression as a means of healing. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Brothers is happy to announce New York Times best-selling author and political commentator, Keith Boykin, Yolo AkiliRobinson, founder of the Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM), political journalist Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey, CEO of NMAC (National Minority AIDS Council, and Harold Phillips as presenters at the 2026 summit. Some of our featured presenters include Dean of the USC Thornton School of Music, Jason King; renowned public health expert, Dr. Leo Moore; Interfaith spiritual leader, Perry Lang; community activist, Gabriel Maldonado; and LGBTQ+ activist and consultant, Dr. Imani Woody. Other presenters and panelists, and workshop titles can be found at wellnesssummit2026.eventbrite.com

Lunch will be provided, space is limited, and registration is required. A donation of $25 is suggested; any amount will be appreciated.

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