Our special initiatives include campaigns and programs implemented in conjunction with partner organizations that allow BWHI to leverage its extensive knowledge of and reach among Black women to create awareness around pertinent health causes.
Me Period
Me Period is a compelling documentary that delves into the often-overlooked topics of puberty, menstruation, and health discovery. Developed by the Black Women’s Health Imperative, the film provides a platform for the crucial conversations we’ve always needed. It emphasizes that while the journey often starts with the first period, understanding our bodies truly begins with the discussions we’ve had—or haven’t had—up to that point. By exploring the experiences of everyday Black families and featuring insights from celebrity mothers like Sheryl Lee Ralph and Tabitha Brown, Me Period uncovers the beauty and complexity of navigating these sensitive topics.
Through intimate interviews and personal stories, Me Period encourages viewers to confront and challenge societal taboos surrounding menstruation and body awareness. By highlighting the importance of these conversations, Me Period seeks to inspire a more informed and supportive environment for individuals to embrace their bodies and health journeys. This film is more than just a viewing experience; it is a call to action for embracing change and promoting understanding in the pursuit of health and equality.
Level The Court
Because of the crucial need to reach communities whose need for reproductive health resources is especially high, Opill®, the WNBA and BWHI have developed Level The Court –an initiative designed to build confidence, strength and health equity for Black women and girls.
As part of Level The Court, the WNBA will work alongside Opill® and BWHI to deliver four events at HBCUs throughout the spring.
Spare Me: Real Talk About Compassionate Care for Black Women with Fibroids
As Black women, we often know enough about fibroids to know that we don’t want to be diagnosed with them, but often not enough to make informed decisions about management of them or to explain them to our loved one. Even so, we are often asked to do just that.
I am HIV Possible
You are HIV possible,which means anyone can acquire HIV. Remember the H, in HIV stands for human. As a human being you can acquire HIV through mother-child transmission, sharing drug injection equipment, such as needles and syringes, and through sexual activity including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. So, let’s talk about building your sexual health toolbox. Your sexual health toolbox contains options for you to ensure you have a healthy, fun, and pleasurable sex life.
Power in the Pause
We’re starting a conversation that’s been long overdue—about perimenopause and menopause, and how they impact us as Black women. This is about claiming our power, sharing our experiences, and supporting each other through every phase of this journey.
The Men’s Room
BWHI created the CDC-approved culturally tailored lifestyle change curriculum for Black men, and you can join the community and participate virtually. The Men’s Room is a 12-month program that equips participants with the tools needed to prevent type 2 diabetes. The program also reduces participant risk for other chronic conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol as participants transform their health. People with prediabetes (a.k.a. borderline diabetes) can prevent disease progression by losing at least 5% to 7% of their starting weight.