The Home Depot Backyard Partners with Silence the Shame, Inc. to Expand Mental Health and Wellness Programming

ATLANTA(April 30, 2026) - The Home Depot Backyard todayannounced a new partnership with Silence the Shame, Inc. aimed at increasingaccess to mental health resources and fostering community wellness throughengaging, inclusive programming.

Timedto align with Mental Health Awareness Month in May, this collaborationunderscores the importance of elevating conversations around mental well-beingand providing accessible resources to the community.

Aspart of this collaboration, Silence the Shame will host a special mentalwellness program on May 4th during The Home Depot Backyard’s free weeklycommunity programming series. The activation will feature a variety ofwellness-focused experiences, including a yoga class, Zumba class, and soundbath instruction led by various industry wellness experts, alongsideinteractive discussions and access to mental health resources.

Inaddition to the May 4th event, the partnership will include recurring programsthroughout the year focused on mental health awareness, education, and holisticwellness, further deepening both organizations’ shared commitment to supportingthe community.

Thispartnership reflects a shared commitment to breaking the stigma surroundingmental health and creating safe, supportive spaces where community members canconnect, learn, and thrive.

“Partneringwith Silence the Shame allows us to intentionally expand how we serve ourcommunity by prioritizing mental health and wellness alongside physicalactivity,” said Ahmed Johnson, Senior Manager of Community Programs andPartnerships at The Home Depot Backyard. “Through accessible, engagingprogramming we’re creating a space where individuals and families feelsupported, empowered, and connected. Especially during Mental Health AwarenessMonth, this partnership reflects our commitment to fostering a healthier, moreresilient community year-round.”

“True wellness happens in community—and we’re truly excited and proud to partner with The Home Depot Backyard, a leader in creating dynamic community spaces, tocontinue to build vibrant experiences where people can move, breathe, connect, and heal together,” stated Shanti Das, CEO/Founder Silence the Shame, Inc. 

TheMay 4th program is free and open to the public, but registration is required, and will provideattendees with practical tools, guided wellness activities, and culturallyresponsive resources designed to support mental well-being for individuals andfamilies alike. Attendees of all ages are encouraged to participate.

Throughthis initiative, The Home Depot Backyard and Silence the Shame aim to normalizeconversations around mental health while empowering individuals with theknowledge and tools needed to prioritize their well-being.

Tolearn more about The Home Depot Backyard and to get the latest updates onweekly programming events, visit thehomedepotbackyard.com or followus at @thdbackyard on Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, and Tik Tok.  For resources, toolkits, and more informationabout Silence the Shame, visit www.silencetheshame.com.   

AboutThe Home Depot Backyard

TheHome Depot Backyard, commonly known as Atlanta’s Backyard, isan award-winning 11-acre multi-use green space in the heart ofdowntown, adjacent to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, full of uniqueopportunities for the local community and visitors alike. Serving the Atlantacommunity since 2018, The Home Depot Backyard provides a broad spectrum ofprogramming for all audiences and has hosted a wide array of community eventswhile also serving as the premier parking and tailgating destination for theAtlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta United (MLS), and other stadium events. The HomeDepot Backyard focuses on three key pillars - Arts and Culture, Health andWellness, and Inspired Learning - through offering a variety of activities fromdaily fitness classes to one-of-a-kind events focused on uplifting thecommunity. To learn more about The Home Depot Backyard, visit thehomedepotbackyard.com or followus at @thdbackyard on Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, and Tik Tok.   

AboutSilence the Shame, Inc.

Silencethe Shame, Inc. is dedicated to revolutionizing mental health in high-stresscommunities. Our holistic approach addresses the root causes of mental healthstigma, reduces suicide rates, and improves overall health outcomes. We believein treating mental health as a spectrum, focusing on wellness, prevention, andrecovery alongside illness. By recognizing the connection between mental andphysical well-being, we strive to increase pathways to care and advocate forbetter environmental conditions. Through innovative programs promoting healthliteracy, mental health and suicide prevention, positive youth development, andself-care, we are creating a culture of support and healing. Join us in ourmission to transform mental health care and make a lasting impact on allcommunities. Learn more about our work at www.silencetheshame.com

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