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Promoting Policies that Positively Impact the Health of Black Women & Girls

At BWHI, we are in this fight with you—every single day. We know the weight of these times, the way policies are being used to target our rights, our bodies, and our families. We see the barriers being built to restrict our access to healthcare, to silence our voices at the ballot box, and to undermine the economic security of our communities. But let us be clear: we are undeterred.

This is not just about policies on paper—this is about our lives. And while those in power may try to push us back, we are standing firm, pushing forward, and demanding better. The work we do isn’t just advocacy, it’s a commitment to protecting and uplifting Black women and our families. Our policy pillars are not just ideals—they are the foundation of our relentless quest for a world that is fair for all.

We are rallying for you. We are fighting for your health, your vote, your rights, and your future. Because when we stand together, no policy, no law, and no politician can erase our power.

BWHI Policy Team

Our Policy Pillars

Pillar I: Access to Quality and Affordable Health Care

Access to quality and affordable healthcare is essential for improving overall health outcomes and reducing health disparities.

Pillar II: Healthy Families and Children First

Healthy families and children are the foundation of a thriving society.

Pillar III: Equitable Governance and Relationships

If we truly strive to form a more perfect union, we must have equitable governance that is “of the people, by the people, and for the people.”

Pillar IV: Employment & Education Justice and Equity

Access to quality and affordable healthcare is essential for improving overall health outcomes and reducing health disparities.

Pillar V: Technology Access and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Access to technology and the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) are critical for ensuring that all individuals can participate in and benefit from the digital economy.

Policy Briefs

HIV Policy Brief

Improving Outcomes for Black Women and Girls Living with HIV

Policy Priorities to Advance Prevention, Treatment, and Support
Reproductive Justice Policy Brief

Advancing Reproductive Justice for Black Women and Girls

Policy Priorities to Promote Access to Essential Sexual and Reproductive Health Resources
Medicaid Policy Brief

Protecting Medicaid for Black Women and Girls

Policy Priorities to Strengthen Coverage, Affordability, and Reproductive Justice

The Policy Imperative

How to Advocate for Your Health

  • Speak to your employer about health care services to cover in insurance plans
  • Talk about health care issues you care about on social media
  • Tell your story! Have you overcome a health challenge or want politicians and others to know how an illness have impacted you or your family, let us know. We’d love to share your story.