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DCEG
Our Mission
To lead the effort to solve the most pressing health issues that affect Black women and girls globally. Through investments in evidence-based strategies, we deliver bold new programs and advocate health-promoting policies.
Our Approach
BWHI brings the challenges and disparities affecting Black women and girls to the forefront of national conversation, integrating science, advocacy, and action to eliminate barriers to wellness.
We Advocate
Advocate for policies that improve health outcomes for Black women and families.
We Educate and Train
Educate and train the next generation of leaders who will build the Black women’s health movement.
We Amplify
Amplify the voices of Black women to shift public perception and policies for social change.
We Mobilize and Engage
Mobilize and engage women and organizations to pursue greater opportunities for gender and racial justice.
We Promote
Promote evidence and practice-based lifestyle change models that provide strategies for individuals and families to address health inequities.
We Synthesize, Translate, and Disseminate
Synthesize, translate and disseminate information and research findings to strengthen the knowledge base on Black women’s health.
BY THE NUMBERS
We believe that all Black women and girls should enjoy optimal health and well-being in a socially just society.
If we lived in a society where standard healthcare was fair and accessible, here’s what we project and expect about Black women:
40%
Breast cancer mortality rates would not exceed 40% more than women in other races due to equitable access to screening tools and early detection services.
2x
Infant mortality rates would not be 2x higher than women in other races.
Source:
hhs.gov
33%
Mental illness would not be disproportionately higher by 33% if there were equitable access to mental health services.
Source:
kff.org
25%
Access to socio-economic resources would further decrease the approximately 25% poverty rate among Black women and their families.
Source:
statusofwomendata.org
$500 B
The net impact on the U.S. economy would not exceed $500 billion, if the economy bridged the wage gap among Black women.
Source:
19thnews.org
10%
If state funding for higher education continues to increase by more than 10%, graduation rates would rise, making higher education more affordable and accessible for Black women.
Source:
highereddive.com
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Make a Difference Today
Our goal at the Black Women’s Health Imperative is to lead the effort to solve the most pressing health issues that affect Black women and girls in the U.S. With your help, we can eliminate all barriers to the health and wellness of Black women and girls.
Our Programs
For Optimal Wellness
