LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE: I AM THE CHANGE FORUM
Living Your Best Life: I am the Change builds on BWA’s successful work engaging and informing women on issues related to modern aging. This program aligns itself closely with the three target areas of focus within BWA’s mission: economic empowerment, education and health. BWA in partnership with AARP and the BWA National Collaborating Organizations aims to connect women to resources that will help them collectively discuss what the new realities of aging mean for their lives. Click here to download the PDF
OTHER NEWS
Financial Workshop Series
The Black Women's Agenda, Inc., under the sponsorship of The Coca-Cola Company and in collaboration with BWA National Collaborating Organizations, proudly presents its virtual learning series of Financial Workshops as a part of I Am the Change: Empowerment Through Economic Freedom. This three-part series, hosted by financial expert Martin Booker of AARP and featuring illustrious guest speakers, is designed to impart essential skills to help black women to unlock their financial potential and take charge of their economic well-being.
BWA AND COMMON CAUSE
The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) has partnered with Common Cause, an organization fighting for an accountable government, equal rights / opportunities / representation and empowering voices in the political process to get out the vote and protect the vote. This partnership will allow individuals and organizations to expand their community outreach by ensuring that all voters have an equal opportunity to vote and have that vote count.
The Election Protection Program provides Americans from coast to coast with comprehensive information and assistance at all stages of voting – from registration, to absentee and early voting, to casting a vote at the polls, to overcoming obstacles to their participation.
I Matter: I Vote BWA 43rd Symposium Town Hall
WASHINGTON, DC – Friday, September 18, 2020 – The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) went on the offensive today, hosting a virtual town hall devoted to protecting and securing the voting rights of African Americans and other people of color during its 43rd Annual Symposium. Moderated by Heather McGhee, Board Chair, The Color of Change, a panel of prominent political activists and observers – including Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, President, Repairers of the Breach and Co-chair, Poor People’s Campaign; Dr. Johnetta B. Cole, anthropologist, educator and Board Chair of The National Council of Negro Women, Inc.; Dr. Eddie S. Glaude Jr., an esteemed author, commentator and Chairman of Princeton University’s Department of African-American Studies, and Aisha C. Mills, a nationally renowned political strategist and social impact advisor – discussed strategies for combatting voter suppression, registering and engaging African-American voters, and ensuring that they have the opportunity to make their voices heard.
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BWA 46th Annual Symposium Townhall
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LIVESTREAM: Friday, September 22, 20203, @ 9 am EST.
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Today in #BlackHistory — Unbought and Unbossed, Shirley Chisholm became the first Black Presidential nominee.
She shattered the glass ceiling and I'm beyond proud to represent part of her district! I am because she was.
We fought hard for this because birth control is essential to our reproductive freedom.
This victory will empower folks to make decisions about their bodies & their futures.
Congress must now pass our bill to #FreeThePill & make OTC birth control free for all who need it.
STOP SCROLLING. Today we are challenging you to check your voter registration status. Voter Records are being purged across the country and it is imperative that you are prepared for every local, state and general election.
Do you know your status??? Scan the QR Code and tag 4 friends.
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TODAY
#NationalVoterRegistrationDay
#whenweallvote
Today is National Voter Registration Day! Your vote is your power and it is up to us to ensure that every vote counts!
Check in with 4 friends and encourage them to check their voter registration status.
Check in with 4 friends to ensure that they are registered to vote.
Check in with 4 friends friends as an example of what taking Four or more to the polls means!
Visit https://whenweallvote.org/verify-registration/ TODAY
#NationalVoterRegistrationDay
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Vaccinations aren`t just for children. Adults will alsoneed to make sure that they are keeping their yearly vaccines up to date. Our most vulnerable populations are at risk.
RSV can be dangerous for those 75+ and those 60+ with conditions such as obesity or diabetes. Protect someone you love—encourage them to talk to their doctor about an RSV vaccine.
Learn more at cdc.gov/RiskLessDoMore
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#VaccinesSaveLives
#VaccinesWork
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