Black Women Thriving East of the River

?? Calling all local contractors & vendors! ?? Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health (CHRMC) and the DC Department of Small & Local Business Development invite you to an exclusive Vendor Engagement Forum! ?? Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025 ?? Location: CHRMC, 1200 Pecan St, SE, Washington, DC ? Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. ?? Parking: Available in the garage adjacent to CHRMC ?? Why Attend? ? Learn about vendor & contracting opportunities with CHRMC ? Get step-by-step guidance on becoming a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) ? Network with hospital leadership & decision-makers in the healthcare industry This is a unique opportunity to connect with one of DC’s newest healthcare institutions and get involved in its growing network of service providers. ?? Don’t miss out—secure your spot now! ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/epq8VXeD

Dr. Helen Dickens was a champion for equitable healthcare. As the first Black woman admitted to the American College of Surgeons, she paved the way for Black women in medicine. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrate trailblazers like her!?

Make sure you join Brem Foundation to Defeat Breast Cancer for Check Out My Rack, a dynamic, cost-free, live community conversation on breast health for younger women and anyone new to screening! Get ready for an empowering night of breast health education and inspiring stories from young survivors. Check Out My Rack will… Empower you with knowledge and practical tools to take charge of your breast health. Dr. Akanksha Mohan, a breast radiologist and former Brem Fellow at the The George Washington University Hospital, will share valuable insights on personal risk factors, the importance of breast density, and what breast density is! This will follow with a live ‘self-check’ tutorial. Engage in compelling stories moderated by Athena Jones, Journalist and First-time Documentary Filmmaker, and from our speakers Catrina Marcell, MBA, CSM??, a triple-negative breast cancer survivor and Tigerlily Foundation’s National Lead ANGEL Advocate, Andrea Hans, a breast cancer survivor and National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship Public Policy Manager, and Annie Bond, a 9-year MBC survivor, Comedian, and Advocate. Engage in a live, interactive Q&A with experts. With breast cancer rates rising in younger women, knowledge is more important than ever. This live Q&A is your chance to get real answers from breast health experts, survivors, and advocates. To learn more and register, visit https://lnkd.in/e3pD87Js #CheckOutMyRack #BreastHealthAwareness #DetectEarlySaveLives #BremFoundation

We’re proud to work alongside Rebecca Gerr from Quantified Ventures, a sustainability and finance expert, committed to scaling high-impact solutions that bridge systemic gaps in healthcare and economic opportunity. Her expertise in outcome-based financing and community-driven investment models is redefining what’s possible for health equity initiatives. With their support, we’re building innovative financing models that break down barriers, drive systemic change, and create lasting impact. #BlackWomenThrive #HealthEquity #SustainableFinance #ImpactInvesting #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialImpact #HealthcareInnovation

As #BlackHistoryMonth concludes, we reflect on the progress inspired by pioneers like Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first Black woman physician in the U.S. Dr. Crumpler’s work reminds us of the importance of health equity—a mission that remains unfinished. Black women continue to face disproportionate barriers in cancer care, from delayed diagnoses to financial hardships. Read our latest article to learn about the strides being made, the gaps that remain, and how programs like BWTEotR’s Patient Navigation initiative are making a difference. Together, we can honor the past and create a future of equitable care for all. #HealthcareEquity #BlackWomenThrive #CancerCare #HealthJustice

At Black Women Thriving East of the River (BWTEotR), we believe that sustainable solutions require bold, strategic partnerships. That’s why we’re proud to work alongside Nish Samant from Quantified Ventures, a leader in impact investing and innovative finance. He's helping BWTEotR unlock new pathways for sustainable healthcare funding, ensuring that Black women in Wards 7 & 8 have access to critical resources and support. With his support, we’re building innovative financing models that break down barriers, drive systemic change, and create lasting impact. #BlackWomenThrive #HealthEquity #SustainableFinance #ImpactInvesting #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialImpact #HealthcareInnovation

For too long, public health research has stayed in academic journals while communities suffer in real time. That’s why Joelle Robinson’s work with BWTEotR is so critical—she is committed to bridging the gap between research, policy, and real-world change. From food sovereignty to cancer equity, her expertise ensures that evidence-based solutions aren’t just talked about, they are implemented. It’s time to move from studies to systems change. Learn more about how Dr. Jolle Robinson-Oghogho and our Patient Navigation team are making an impact: https://lnkd.in/dz9tQPUa

Last month, we gathered with the incredible minds and hearts that make Black Women Thriving East of the River (BWTEoTR) a reality. Our Implementing Partners Meeting was a time to celebrate our accomplishments from 2024, align on our 2025 goals, and reaffirm our shared commitment to the Black women of Wards 7 & 8. It was a day filled with gratitude, inspiration, and warmth made even better by the delicious food from Sapodilla’s Caribbean Restaurant & Catering (because community work thrives on good food and connection!). As we step into 2025, we are more committed than ever to driving real change, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that Black women in Wards 7 & 8 have access to the healthcare, opportunities, and support they deserve. To our incredible implementing partners, thank you! Your dedication fuels this work, and we are proud to walk this journey together. Let’s keep building! Special thanks for being a part of this: DeJuan Mason Rebecca Gerr Nish Samant Ryan Palmer Joelle Robinson Ruth L. Lady Chioma Nwadike #BlackWomenThrive #HealthEquity #CommunityDriven #SocialImpact #CommunityEmpowerment

From advocating for equitable healthcare to empowering Black women through patient navigation, we're building a future where dignity and compassion are the standard, not the exception. See how we're guiding care and changing lives for Black women in Wards 7 and 8. Now more than ever, let's keep pushing for equity, empowerment, and progress. Link: https://lnkd.in/dz9tQPUa #BlackWomenThrive #HealthcareAdvocacy #HealthEquity

We’re proud to shine a spotlight on our incredible Executive Director, Nakeisha Neal Jones! As a dedicated community builder and connector, Nakeisha has a passion for creating equitable opportunities for Black women in Wards 7 and 8 to thrive. With a rich background in public policy and leadership, she’s focused on reducing cancer mortality and fostering health-related workforce success. Her commitment to wellness, connection, and empowerment drives the heart of Black Women Thriving East of the River. Join us in celebrating her inspiring leadership! #LeadershipSpotlight #BlackWomenThriving #HealthEquity #BlackHistoryMonth