This week marks what would’ve been the 53rd anniversary of Roe v. Wade. While we are pausing to reminisce, we are also reckoning with the hard truth of where we are and what is being demanded of us.
Here in South Los Angeles, as across the globe, the oil industry profits at the expense of Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities. In fighting against oil operations locally, Black Women for Wellness stands in solidarity with communities fighting extractive oil operations internationally.
Black Women for Wellness mourns the loss of Dr. Janell Green Smith, a beloved midwife, fierce advocate, birth worker, wife, daughter, sister, and friend to a tragic maternal health outcome.
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on my braids, tension (risk of over-manipulation and traction alopecia), toxic hair-products, and the advances that make me creatively think about future styles. I want to share my perspective on the pros and cons of braided styles…
We all have experienced how policy, representation, and community voice matter. The recent passage of Proposition 50 (Prop 50) is a significant win and will redraw California congressional map to favor Democrats.
Hey Beautiful, let’s talk about something that’s real but often invisible… what you put on your body. The lotions, hair products, soaps, face washes, and perfumes can carry chemicals that make their way into your body.
Black Women for Wellness To Host Free Mammogram & Manicure Event in Partnership with Watts Healthcare Corporation, Blue Haven, Every Woman Counts and McCarty Church.
Black Women for Wellness hosted its inaugural Environmental Justice fellowship from 2024-2025, hosting 2 fellows for 9 months to support the development of future environmental justice leaders in a way that is community-based and centers reproductive health.
