Black Women For Wellness

To those who are doing THE WORK and feel like they are unseen because of the lack of acknowledgement or celebration, know that your work is important and you ar...e, in fact, CHANGING LIVES. The awards do NOT validate our purpose. They are exciting and affirming, but if they never come, we must be able to stand firm in our mission. I went a long time feeling irrelevant because my work wasn’t winning awards, but as the #VictoryNotes from those who who were inspired came in, I realized my impact! Keep doing the work. Keep dreaming. Awards are just the cherry on top of your already audacious life. #TroublemakerLessons

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1 in 100 men will get breast cancer.Listen to Kenneth Todd Nelson share his story. https://www.goodmorningamerica.com//raising-breast-cancer-

This is a free event. Join us virtually on Wednesday 27 at 7:00 PM as we welcome special guest Maysa and Dr. Michelle Powelle to our close out event. With Covid , I directed some of my energies towards the Breast Cancer Arena by writing a short story that presents an easier way to learn an approach to self breast exams. On Weds we are thanking people who supported our efforts and finishing the month on a beautiful high note as Maysa , the former lead for Incognito will w...ish us well through song. The event is Free , there will be online give aways . Please share liberally Link https://usingarttohealbreastcancerforum.eventbrite.com CELEBRTATING THE WISDOM, VERSATILITY AND GREATNESS THAT MAKES ALL WOMEN UNIQUE. VIDEO IMAGES BREAT EX 3 .007 copy 2.jpeg See more

Communities on the frontlines of LA’s oil drilling crisis have been subjugated to breathing dirty air for far too long. Studies linking #COVID19 deaths to air pollution demonstrate that it is more important than ever to phase out oil drilling. LA City Council has the opportunity to pursue a city-wide phase out and be a true champion of environmental justice. STAND-LA is inviting councilmembers to participate in a town hall and panel discussion to hear from frontline community members on the importance and urgent need for a phase out and #JustTransition. Join us to hear about this potentially groundbreaking step for LA climate and environmental justice. Thursday, March 25th at 6PM. RSVP NOW! https://actionnetwork.org//stand-la-virtual-town-hallsourc

Crystal Healing with Naima

Self-care and boundaries are essential tools to our wellness and success. Let’s talk about it! Join BWWLA tomorrow to discuss what you’ve learned in your journey. Here is the link: https://joinclubhouse.com/event/MzYWD7Yb... #wellness #selfcare #blackwomenshealth #clubhouse

Florence Nwanzuruahu Nkiru Nwapa was born in Oguta, eastern Nigeria, which was then a British colony. Both of her parents, Christopher Ijeoma and Martha Nwapa, were teachers. She was educated at the University of Idaban, receiving her B.A. in 1957. Nwapa continued her studies in England, earning in 1958 a degree in education from the University of Edinburgh. After returning to Nigeria in 1959 Nwapa worked as an education officer in Calabar for a short time, and then she taugh...t geography and English at Queen's School in Enugu. From 1962 to 1964 Nwapa was an assistant registrar at the University of Lagos. During the Nigerian Civil war, which broke out in 1967, she left Lagos with her family. Like many members of the Igbo elite, they were forced to return to the eastern region after the end of the conflict. Nwapa served as Minister for Health and Social Welfare for the East Central State (1970-1971). Her tasks included finding homes for 2000 war orphans. Later on, she worked for Commissioner for Lands, Survey, and Urban Development (1971-1974). In 1983 the Nigerian government under President Shehu Shagari bestowed on her one of the country's highest honors, the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON). By her own town, Oguta, she was awarded in 1978 the highest chieftaincy title, Ogbuefi of Oguta. Nwapa's work has been the subject of many graduate theses and doctoral dissertations.

Congresswoman Maxine Waters is considered by many to be one of the most powerful women in American politics today. She has gained a reputation as a fearless and outspoken advocate for women, children, people of color, and the poor. Elected in November 2018 to her fifteenth term in the U.S. House of Representatives with more than 70 percent of the vote in the 43rd Congressional District of California, Congresswoman Waters represents a large part of South Los Angeles including ...the communities of Westchester, Playa Del Rey, and Watts and the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County comprised of Lennox, West Athens, West Carson, Harbor Gateway and El Camino Village. The 43rd District also includes the diverse cities of Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lomita, and Torrance. Congresswoman Waters made history as the first woman and first African American Chair of the House Financial Services Committee. An integral member of Congressional Democratic Leadership, Congresswoman Waters serves as a member of the Steering & Policy Committee and is the Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Task Force on Alzheimer’s Disease. She is also a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and a member and past chair of the Congressional Black Caucus.

Watch Live: Black Mental Health and the Elections!

Are the results of the election causing you to feel uneasy? Need a break from the news? Join Us Tomorrow at 9am as we discuss self-care strategies, how to protect your space and spirit, and MUCH MORE! Register Here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RMXG_1khQayMzWPFIf2_Jg

Hey BWW Family, We are Hosting a Special Edition Sister's @ Eight Series EVERY Friday of November! This week's topic: BLACK MENTAL HEALTH & THE ELECTIONS!... Register Now: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RMXG_1khQayMzWPFIf2_Jg

Thank you Erin Byrd - Voting is one tactic, one strategy and yes insufficient alone

We still have five hours to go to vote in California. Polls close at 8:00 pm. Below is a link to our proposition guide. bearebel.us/prop2020

It's Election Day!! Make sure you go Rock the VOTE! #beahero Fast Fact: If you live in the state of California and haven't registered to vote yet, you can do same day registration at a vote center near you. Need Help Finding a Vote Center: Visit locator.lavote.net, type in your address, and locate the nearest vote center near you!

I didn't expect this commercial to be this deep when it started. PLEASE WATCH #ItsaMessage

We deserve better. With the DA's race coming to a end, we must not only focus on a national level but remember that LOCAL OFFICES MATTER TOO! Don't sit this one out and make sure you VOTE! #beahero

Vote - and then be prepared to do more -

Special thanks to our Sisters from Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc for the continuous support of Black Women for Wellness. Your donation is greatly appreciated!

We must make sure everyone is counted! #BeaHero

Local Elections Matter too! Here's a fact to keep in mind as you are voting for our next DA! #BeaHero