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SUMMARY:Black Maternal Health Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Dates: April 11-17\, 2026 \nThe 2026 Black Maternal Health Week (#BMHW26) theme\, “Rooted in Justice & Joy\,” marks a powerful milestone as we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA). \nClick to RSVP \nRSVP for Individual Events: \nApril 13 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PDT: DEAR MAMA: A Letter-Writing Gathering Honoring Black Motherhood \nApril 15 @ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT: Black Mamas Birthing Tour \nApril 16 @ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM PDT: Rooted in the Womb \nAs a proud member of BMMA\, Black Women for Wellness joins this national movement in honoring a decade of transformative movement-building dedicated to nurturing thriving families and shaping a liberated future grounded in justice\, healing\, and joy. \n#BMHW26 uplifts the leadership\, expertise\, and lived experience of Black community-based organizations as the foundation for advancing equity and achieving transformative\, sustainable improvements in Black maternal and infant health. \nIt calls for strengthened collective action\, underscoring the essential role of collaboration among Black-led organizations\, advocates\, birthworkers\, policymakers\, and communities to drive advocacy\, shape policy\, and amplify community-rooted solutions. \nSave the date and email gabrielle@bwwla.com to register now and be the first to know about Black Women for Wellness’ upcoming programming during Black Maternal Health Week — including our annual Black Mamas Birthing Tour and more. You won’t want to miss it! \nClick to RSVP
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/black-maternal-health-week-2026/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Black Maternal & Infant Health,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T190000
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SUMMARY:Knitting & Crochet Circle
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Starts Monday\, April 6\, 2026 at 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm (The circle will take place the 1st & 2nd Monday of the month.) \nLocation: BWW’s Office\, 4332 11th Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA 90008 \nClick to RSVP \nBlack Women for Wellness is excited to introduce our new Knitting & Crochet Circle\, a welcoming space to gather\, create\, and connect in community. \nWhether you’re picking up needles for the first time or have years of experience\, all skill levels are welcome. \nBring your own supplies and enjoy a relaxed\, supportive environment where creativity and conversation can flourish together. \nFor more information contact Regina Martin at 213-400-8919 or email at regina@bwwla.com.
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/knitting-crochet-circle/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:BWW Office\, 4332 11th Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90008
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T225515Z
CREATED:20260401T155230Z
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SUMMARY:DEAR MAMA: A Letter-Writing Gathering Honoring Black Motherhood
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, April 13th\, 2026\nTime: 6PM-8PM\nLocation: All For Kids – 1910 Magnolia Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA 90007 \nClick to RSVP \nJoin us for a gentle\, intentional gathering centered on Black mothers at every stage of the journey—trying to conceive\, pregnant\, postpartum\, parenting\, healing\, or reflecting. \nThrough guided letter-writing\, tea\, and pastries\, we’ll honor our stories\, speak love into ourselves and our children\, and celebrate Black motherhood in all its forms. \nFood will be provided. Gift Cards Will be provided on a first come first serve basis. See you there!
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/letter-writing-gathering-honoring-black-motherhood/
LOCATION:all for kids\, 1910 Magnolia Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90007
CATEGORIES:Black Mamas Week,Black Maternal & Infant Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T161035Z
CREATED:20260407T160941Z
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SUMMARY:Black Soil Rising Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Monday\, April 13\, 2026 | 6:30PM – 9PM \nLocation: Hip Hop Caucus DTLA Studio\, 817 South Los Angeles Street \nClick to RSVP \nCome to this screening and mixer for an evening of film\, conversation\, and connection\, where Black climate storytelling will be centered as a lens for understanding land\, energy\, and environmental justice. \nAfter the screening of a short film\, enjoy music\, food\, and drinks in conversation with BWW and other local organizations in the space. RSVP here.
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/black-soil-rising-film-screening/
LOCATION:Hip Hop Caucus\, 817 South Los Angeles Street\, Los Angeles\, CA
CATEGORIES:Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T225647Z
CREATED:20260401T155847Z
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SUMMARY:Black Mamas Birthing Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nStarting location: Black Women for Wellness Office\, 4340 11th Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA 90008 \nClick to RSVP \nA full-day immersive tour of hospitals\, birth centers\, imaging providers\, and wellness spaces to explore maternity\, birth\, and postpartum care options. \nLunch and Refreshments will be provided! \nYou are also welcome to bring only 1 partner\, support person\, or doula. Spots are limited and first come\, first serve. \nParticipants are responsible for their own transportation to the Black Women for Wellness office before the start of the tour. \nIf you have any questions please email the Black Maternal and Infant Health Coordinator: Skylynn@bwwla.com and/or Black Maternal and Infant Health Manager Gabrielle@bwwla.com
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/black-mamas-birthing-tour/
LOCATION:4340 11th Ave  Los Angeles\, CA 90008\, 4340 11th Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Mamas Week,Black Maternal & Infant Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T093000
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SUMMARY:Keep In Touch
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: April 15th | 9:30am PST \nLocation: Zoom | Click to Join the Zoom Event \nJoin us for an empowering workshop exploring the potential benefits of cannabis in supporting breast cancer care\, emerging insights\, and holistic approaches designed to educate and uplift. \nLauren Johnson is the Office Administrator for Black Women for Wellness. Before joining the organization\, she spent over four years in the cannabis industry with an LA-based start-up called NuggClub. \nShe joined the company as a fulfillment specialist and worked her way up to Brand Partnership Specialist in sales. During that time\, Lauren’s knowledge and passion for cannabis really took hold. \nJoining the Research and Development team helped expand her knowledge of the plant\, as well as her awareness of brands and the wide array of products. She truly believes in the power of the plant and enjoys spreading the knowledge of its benefits to those who are curious. \nFor additional details\, please reach out to Tiffany Holmes at tiffany@bwwla.com
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/keep-in-touch/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Breast Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T160000
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SUMMARY:San Joaquin County's 4th Annual Black Maternal Infant Health Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Thursday\, Apr 16 from 10 am to 4 pm \nLocation: Robert Cabral Agriculture Center\, 2101 East Earhart Avenue\, #200 Stockton\, CA 95206 \nJoin us as we honor Black Maternal Infant Health week in San Joaquin County through important talks\, panels and community collaboration! \nThe San Joaquin County Perinatal Equity Initiative and Black Infant Health Community Advisory Board welcomes you to attend the 4th Annual San Joaquin County Black Maternal Health Symposium on April 16\, 2026! We welcome birth workers\, community advocates\, medical professionals\, social workers\, students and anyone interested in improving Black Maternal and Infant Health outcomes in San Joaquin County. Come and participate in a day’s worth of dynamic speakers\, engaging panel discussions\, and insightful breakout sessions! \nClick to RSVP
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/4th-annual-black-maternal-infant-health-symposium/
LOCATION:Robert Cabral Agriculture Center\, 2101 East Earhart Avenue\, Stockton\, CA\, 95206
CATEGORIES:Black Mamas Week,Black Maternal & Infant Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T230201Z
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SUMMARY:Rooted in the Womb
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: April 16th | 4 pm – 6pm \nLocation: Plant Chica – 4311 Degnan Blvd\, Leimert Park\, CA 90008 \nA womb activation\, healing\, and movement-based experience for Black mothers at all stages. \nClick to RSVP
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/rooted-in-the-womb/
LOCATION:Plant Chica\, 4311 Degnan Blvd\, Leimert Park\, CA\, 90008
CATEGORIES:Black Mamas Week,Black Maternal & Infant Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260417T190000
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SUMMARY:Community Workshops on the future land use for communities with existing oil wells
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Fri\, Apr 17 | 5pm – 7pm\, Brief presentation at 6pm \nLocation: Knox Presbyterian Church\, 5840 La Tijera Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\n90056 \nLA County Department of Regional Planning is hosting community workshops to educate more about the oil well phase out process and  hear from the community about future land uses in communities with existing oil wells. \nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about plugging and abandonment of wells\, share your vision for the redevelopment of the oil field and access resources to address current issues like odor\, noise and pollution. \nThe Knox Presbyterian Church community meeting on Fri\, Apr 17 is closest to the Inglewood Oil Field and is an excellent opportunity to have your voices heard!” \n\nWhy You Should Attend: \n\nLearn the Process: We will share a high level overview of the plugging and abandonment\, and remediation and redevelopment process.\nShare your Vision: Participate in an interactive mapping activity.\nLearn About Resources: Learn more about resources available to address issues\, such as odors\, noise\, pollution\, etc.\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nPresentation: A brief overview of agency roles\, resources\, and local context.\nTabling/Stations: Visit a station to learn more about an agency\, ask questions\, and provide feedback.\n\nAccommodations: If you require additional language services or ADA accommodations\, please contact us at least 3 business days in advance at ordinance@planning.lacounty.gov (213) 974-6432
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/community-workshops-on-the-future-land-use-for-communities-with-oil-wells-apr17/
LOCATION:Knox Presbyterian Church\, 5840 La Tijera Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90056
CATEGORIES:Environmental Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T150000
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CREATED:20260406T204123Z
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SUMMARY:Seeds of Unity Fest Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: April 18\, 2026 | 11AM – 3PM PST \nLocation: Harvard Park\, 1535 West 62nd Street\, Los Angeles \nBWW’s Environmental Justice team will be offering resources at Seeds of Unity Fest\, an Earth Day celebration honoring the theme Rooted and Rising in South Central. We will be celebrating the growth\, resilience\, and power that continues to rise from our neighborhood. There will be live music and performances\, free food\, and lots of fun activities.
URL:https://bwwla.org/event/seeds-of-unity-fest-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Harvard Park\, 1535 West 62nd Park\, Los Angeles\, CA
CATEGORIES:Environmental Justice
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