For Black women, mental health is often a conversation we’re taught to keep quiet. From childhood, we learn to “stay strong,” “push through,” and “handle it on your own.” Those lessons follow us into adulthood, shaping how we care for ourselves, or don’t.
The pressures, the expectations, the trauma we carry all deserve acknowledgment, care, and healing. It’s okay to feel, to rest, and to ask for help. It doesn’t make you weak, it makes you human.
Today, take a moment to check in with yourself. Reach out to a friend, journal your thoughts, or simply breathe. Let’s normalize supporting one another, sharing our struggles, and valuing our emotional well-being just as much as our physical health.
You are not alone, sis. And seeking help is one of the most radical acts of self-love you can practice.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #BlackWomensHealth #SelfCare #HealingTogether #TheImperative #BWHI
Gen Z get ready to Rewrite the Rules!!
This isn’t your average class. We’re talking 7 transformative modules packed with leadership, voter education, advocacy, and straight-up empowerment, designed for young Black leaders ready to rewrite the rules in their communities.
Led by our fierce Diamond Knox-Jackson & Shelby Campbell, you’ll get the tools to:
✨ Organize & build coalitions
✨ Speak your truth through storytelling
✨ Step into leadership that centers your lived experience
✨ Activate real change in reproductive justice
If you’re 18–30 and ready to show up, learn, and LEAD, this is for you. Are you in? Click the link in our bio. 💜 @nationalmsk
#RJDeclassified #YoungBlackLeaders #ReproductiveJustice #MySistersKeeperAcademy #BWHI #StepIntoYourPower
We are loving @lala_loopsey_fitness for these amazing at-home gym workouts! You don’t need a fancy gym! Taking care of your health as Black women can happen anywhere, even in your living room.
If you’re looking to break generational health patterns, navigate natural support & weight loss medications, or manage prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, we’ve got a program made just for YOU!
Join us today on Zoom to learn more and start making healthy changes. Click the link in our bio to join! 💪🏾
#BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #TheImperative #HealthyLiving #AtHomeWorkouts #WellnessJourney
Meet three sisters carrying the BRCA1 gene, a genetic mutation that significantly increases the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Studies show that Black women with BRCA1 face higher mortality rates from breast cancer, making early testing and awareness even more critical.
They’ve lost their mom, aunts, and grandmothers to Breast Cancer, but their stories are filled with courage and hope:
🩷 Vadye survived her battle with breast cancer
🩷 Carlie chose preventive surgery to protect her health
🩷 Patricia wants the same, but faces medical barriers
It’s scary to confront the unknown, but knowledge is power. If you have a family history of breast cancer or suspect you may carry BRCA1, get tested, you won’t regret it. Early awareness can save lives and help you make informed choices for your health and your future.
Watch their full story. Link in our bio.
📷@carlie_raymond_
#BRCA1 #BreastCancerAwareness #BlackWomensHealth #GeneticTesting #BWHI #HealthEquity #TheImperative
🚨 Join us IG today at 1pm!
We’re going live with powerful leaders to talk about the real issues shaping Black women’s health and freedom today. ➡️ Things like access to quality care, economic and social barriers, and the policies that either open doors or shut them. We’ll talk about the power of Black women’s leadership in protecting families, communities, and future generations, and explore what true equity in reproductive health looks like.
🎙️ Featuring:
Dr. Ifeoma Udoh (Black Women’s Health Imperative)
Bridgette Jackson, Esq. (In Our Own Voice)
Stephanie Aristide, MPH (Black Mama Matter Alliance)
Hosted by Tracy Parris-Benjamin (@blkwomenshealth)
📍 Don’t miss it! Turn your notifications on & bring your questions!
#RJWeekOfAction #RJWOA
At our Power in the Pause event, @soyinihawkinsmd showed us how simple pelvic floor exercises (yes, the ones you can do at a stoplight or in your seat) can be a powerful tool during perimenopause and menopause.
Stronger pelvic muscles mean better bladder control, more core stability, and even greater confidence in your body. That’s power you can tap into anytime, anywhere.
For more resources on perimenopause, menopause, and the surprises in between 👉🏾 https://bwhi.org/power-in-pause/
#MenopauseAwarenessMonth #Perimenopause #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #TheImperative
🚨 Join us IG🚨
On October 8 at 1PM EST, we’re going live with powerful leaders to talk about the real issues shaping Black women’s health and freedom today. ➡️ Things like access to quality care, economic and social barriers, and the policies that either open doors or shut them. We’ll talk about the power of Black women’s leadership in protecting families, communities, and future generations, and explore what true equity in reproductive health looks like.
🎙️ Featuring:
Dr. Ifeoma Udoh (Black Women’s Health Imperative)
Bridgette Jackson, Esq. (In Our Own Voice)
Stephanie Aristide, MPH (Black Mama Matter Alliance)
Hosted by Tracy Parris-Benjamin (@blkwomenshealth)
📍 Don’t miss it! Turn your notifications on & bring your questions!
#RJWeekOfAction #RJWOA
Did y’all see?! Dr. Sharon Malone just launched her new podcast The Second Opinion!
When it comes to women’s health, information is POWER and it’s long overdue. No waiting rooms, no sugarcoating, just clear, trusted answers. With decades of expertise and vetted expert conversations, Dr. Sharon covers the topics that matter most to our lives.
@smalonemd 🙌🏾💜
#TheSecondOpinion #WomensHealth #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #KnowledgeIsPower #DrSharonMalone
It’s RJ Week of Action! ✊🏾
Black women are 3–4 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than White women in the U.S. That’s why our advocacy matters.
This week, we’re mobilizing and amplifying the voices of Black women, girls, and gender-expansive individuals around reproductive health, bodily autonomy, and economic justice. We’re focused on advocating for reproductive rights and human rights, and we’re thrilled to be partnering with so many amazing organizations to make change happen.
Be sure to check out all of the partnering organizations and see the impactful events and activities they have planned! 💪🏾💜
@blackwomensjr
@sparkrjnow
@Bw4wla
@Newvoicesrj
@Sisterreach
@wwavnola
@theafiyacenter
@sisterloveinc
@wisdominstitutedetroit
@birthincolor
#RJWeekOfAction #ReproductiveJustice #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #PolicyMatters #TheImperative
We are beyond excited to share that our founder, @iambyllyeavery, is now on social media! 🙌🏾💜
Byllye has spent decades advocating for the health, wellness, and rights of Black women, paving the way for generations to come. And now, she’s chatting with us, dropping knowledge about the importance of storytelling in advocacy and personal empowerment, showing how our voices, experiences, and narratives can drive real change.
Follow her for inspiration, guidance, and powerful insights on Black women’s health, leadership, and advocacy. This is your chance to learn from a true pioneer, engage with her ideas, and join the movement to continue building a world where Black women’s voices, bodies, and stories are centered and celebrated. 💪🏾
#BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #ByllyeAvery #HealthAdvocate #TheImperative #LegacyOfCare #StorytellingMatters
Today marks a new chapter at the Black Women’s Health Imperative. With open arms and hearts, we welcome Joy D. Calloway into her first week as our President and CEO. Her leadership, vision, and passion will guide us into our next season of impact. Truly, this moment is filled with unspeakable Joy.
#BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative
Your worth is your superpower. 💜
Step into the week ready to crush your goals, get it done, and face every challenge knowing your strength, wisdom, and courage are unmatched. Nothing can stop a Black woman who knows her value. 💪🏾
#BlackWomenThrive #Unshakable #BWHI #KnowYourWorth #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative
Gen Z get ready to Rewrite the Rules!!
This isn’t your average class. We’re talking 7 transformative modules packed with leadership, voter education, advocacy, and straight-up empowerment, designed for young Black leaders ready to rewrite the rules in their communities.
Led by our fierce Diamond Knox-Jackson & Shelby Campbell, you’ll get the tools to:
✨ Organize & build coalitions
✨ Speak your truth through storytelling
✨ Step into leadership that centers your lived experience
✨ Activate real change in reproductive justice
If you’re 18–30 and ready to show up, learn, and LEAD, this is for you. Are you in? Click the link in our bio. 💜 @nationalmsk
#RJDeclassified #YoungBlackLeaders #ReproductiveJustice #MySistersKeeperAcademy #BWHI #StepIntoYourPower
Hey sis, how are you feeling this weekend?
Take a moment to reflect, journal, or practice some mindfulness.
Wellness isn’t just physical. It’s emotional, mental, and communal too. Call a friend, laugh, share, and recharge together. You deserve it!
#WeekendWellness #BlackWomenThrive #SelfCareSaturdays #BWHI #MindBodySoul
Girlfriends = Life Fuel!
Shout out to the sistas who lift us up, make us laugh, keep us sane, and remind us of our worth every single day. Good friends aren’t just a vibe, they’re essential for our mental, emotional, and even physical health!
Tag your ride-or-die crew and let them know they keep you going! 💪🏾💜
RP @people from the Iconic Girlfriends Dinner
#BlackGirlMagic #Sisterhood #BWHI #MentalHealthMatters #FriendsWhoLiftYou
🚨 Join us IG🚨
On October 8 at 1PM EST, we’re going live with powerful leaders to talk about the real issues shaping Black women’s health and freedom today. ➡️ Things like access to quality care, economic and social barriers, and the policies that either open doors or shut them. We’ll talk about the power of Black women’s leadership in protecting families, communities, and future generations, and explore what true equity in reproductive health looks like.
🎙️ Featuring:
Dr. Ifeoma Udoh (Black Women’s Health Imperative)
Bridgette Jackson, Esq. (In Our Own Voice)
Stephanie Aristide, MPH (Black Mama Matter Alliance)
Hosted by Tracy Parris-Benjamin (@blkwomenshealth)
📍 Don’t miss it—turn your notifications on & bring your questions!
#RJWeekOfAction #RJWOA
Abuse isn’t always visible, but its impact runs deep, on our bodies, our minds, and our reproductive health.
This #DVAM, we honor the strength and resilience of Black women survivors. You are seen. You are valid. And you deserve care that heals the whole person.
Let’s show up for each other! Hold space, offer strength, protect, and stand with each other.
Our survival matters.
#BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative #SurvivorStrength #MentalHealthMatters #ReproductiveHealth
If Moesha and her crew had you locked in, it’s probably time to schedule your mammogram. ✨
Here’s what you should know:
➡️ We recommend women age 40 and over get a mammogram every year.
➡️ The latest federal guidelines say women 40 to 74 should be screened every two years, but many experts agree that annual screening offers stronger protection.
➡️ Higher risk can mean having a family history of breast cancer, genetic mutations like BRCA, dense breast tissue, or past chest radiation.
The takeaway: Don’t wait. If you’re 40 or older, or younger with risk factors. Talk with your provider and make a plan for the screening schedule that’s right for you.
Early detection saves lives. 💗
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative #BWHI #EarlyDetectionMatters
When the government shuts down, it’s not just politics. Workers miss paychecks, families lose benefits, and critical services stall. The longer it lasts, the more vulnerable communities suffer.
This is more than gridlock, it’s people’s lives.
#BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative
In case you missed it: Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $70 million to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), the largest provider of scholarships to HBCU students.
“This extraordinary gift is a powerful vote of confidence in HBCUs and in the work of UNCF. It provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity for our member institutions to build permanent assets that will support students and campuses for decades to come.” - Michael L. Lomax, president and CEO of UNCF
This historic gift will help UNCF build a $370 million endowment to support 37 HBCUs and the next generation of Black excellence. 💜
#HBCU #UNCF #BlackExcellence #TheImperative