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March was HPV Awareness Month, and
the message continues: HPV
vaccination is cancer prevention—and it
saves lives.
HPV (human papillomavirus) is very
common—most people will have it at
some point in their lives, often without
knowing it. While many infections go
away on their own, some types of HPV
can lead to cancer over time.
SRBWI Cervical Cancer Initiative Monthly Update Read More »
At the Southern Rural Black Women’s Initiative (SRBWI), we believe that the women most affected by systemic injustices are the true experts in identifying challenges and solutions. Our Community-Based Participatory Research (CPR) program ensures that Black women in the rural South lead the research that directly impacts their lives and communities. Our participatory research model emerged from
Cervical Cancer Outreach and Advocacy Read More »
Mississippi Delta Broadband Equity Coalition to Address Broadband Expansion within the Mississippi Delta February 5th 2024 starting at 12:15 PM Location Mississippi State Capital 400 High Street Contact us at 6013211966 for more information
MS Delta Broadband Equity Coalition Read More »
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – We all know Mississippi being a rural state brings about its own challenges. Healthcare deserts are one worsening problem.
The gap in services is only made worse by geography. But one new study suggests the solution may be right at our fingertips if broadband is better built out.
”It gives you a much better relationship with your patients because they know that they can, you know, see you more frequently without having to worry about where they’re gonna get gas money or someone’s gonna drive them there and so it eliminates that barrier,” said Coastal Family Health Center CMO Dr. Wendy Williams. “That is pretty profound here in Mississippi.”
Dr. Wendy Williams works at one of the community health centers on the coast. And she’s seen how telehealth opens up opportunities to better manage patient’s conditions.
Report examines how broadband and telehealth expansion can lead to cost savings Read More »
The countdown has begun. Tuesday, November 7 is Election Day.
Mississippi GOTV – November 7, 2023 – The Urgency is NOW! Read More »
29th Annual Samuel DeWitt Proctor institute 2023: “Freedom Faith at 50” (Pictures attached)
The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) hosted their Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute on the storied grounds of CDF Haley Farm in Clinton, TN. The Proctor Institute is where faith leaders and activists sing, pray, strategize, struggle, organize, and advocate. This powerful event refreshes and renews faith leaders so we can continue the hard, hopeful, sacred work of pursuing justice for children and their families. Southern Rural Black Women’s Initiative (SRBWI) members and young women participated in a stimulating week on the farm with a renewed focus on making lives better for all.
29th Annual Samuel DeWitt Proctor institute 2023: “Freedom Faith at 50” Read More »
Cervical cancer is a problem in Alabama. These women are trying to address it
Lack of health care access a major reason for state’s high cervical cancer rates
The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) hosted their Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute on the storied grounds of CDF Haley Farm in Clinton, TN. The Proctor Institute is where faith leaders and activists sing, pray, strategize, struggle, organize, and advocate. This powerful event refreshes and renews faith leaders so we can continue the hard, hopeful, sacred work of pursuing justice for children and their families. Southern Rural Black Women’s Initiative (SRBWI) members and young women participated in a stimulating week on the farm with a renewed focus on making lives better for all.
Cervical Cancer is a problem in Alabama, these women are trying to solve it Read More »
Congratulations to Alabama State Lead and SRBWI Board Member, and BAMA Kids founder Sheryl Threadgill-Matthews
18th UBYWLI Summer Institute Read More »
Congratulations to Alabama State Lead and SRBWI Board Member, and BAMA Kids founder Sheryl Threadgill-Matthews
SRBWI is proud to be a part of this tremendous advocacy effort led by AL ARISE! We believe that this grocery tax cut will help to ease the financial burden on families, and we can’t wait to see the positive changes this will bring. We thank AL ARISE for their leadership and tireless efforts in making this tax cut a reality. Please read their statement below.
Cutting Grocery Tax with AL ARISE! Read More »