BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A local organization is working to make sure black families are staying healthy.

Links Incorporated is hosting their annual Black Family Wellness Expo on March 21.

The event is taking place at Lowell Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Families will be able to take part in free health screenings, wellness workshops and educational activities for all ages.

Bakersfield Links Incorporated member Debra Strong joined Eyewitness News Mornings to share more details.

More information about the event can be found at facebook.com/bakersfieldlinks.