Shades of Divinity

We are so proud of our intern, Dr. Dawson Jet Dai Dang who just completed his DNP program by presenting his final project—his incredible work on one of our current research initiatives! His dedication to amplifying BIPOC birthing voices and improving perinatal care is inspiring. A huge thank you to UW School of Nursing for their support in this important work! Always support students—they are our future!

Our Executive Director, Shanell Brown, presents From Vision to Action: A Nurse Executive’s Nonprofit Handbook, a must-have resource for aspiring and current nonprofit leaders. Drawing from her experience founding Shades of Divinity, Shanell offers step-by-step guidance on everything from crafting a mission statement to strategic planning, financial sustainability, and building effective partnerships. Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow your organization, this handbook is packed with practical tips to help you create meaningful change in your community. Download your copy today and turn your vision into reality! Link: stan.store/TheNurseExec

Better late than never, right? Since our founding, we've been on a mission to promote reproductive justice and health equity for BIPOC families. Our 2024 Impact Report highlights the progress we’ve made—providing culturally-centered education, Divinity Kits, scholarships, and more. This year was nothing short of transformative. Click the link below to read the full report and see how?Shades of Divinity?continues to break barriers and build stronger communities! https://lnkd.in/gWVPTGvH

Time is running out! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn strategies for improving maternal health outcomes for BIPOC families through parental inclusion. Nursing CE credits are available! ??? Training Date: March 5, 2025 ?? Registration Deadline: February 7, 2025 Facilitated by the esteemed Joel Austin, founder of Daddy University, this training is perfect for birth workers, healthcare providers, and mental health practitioners. Register NOW at www.shadesofdivinity.org – spots are limited!

I am so proud of what we are becoming!

It’s our 2-Year Anniversary at Shades of Divinity! Today, we celebrate two years of promoting Reproductive Justice and equity for BIPOC families in Washington State. Over the past two years, we’ve worked tirelessly to uplift and empower our communities. Here’s what we’ve accomplished together: ? Gave out 11 Divinity Kits to expectant BIPOC families, filled with culturally curated items from BIPOC-owned businesses. ? Provided free perinatal education through our Perinatal Enrichment Series led by nurse midwives. ? Honored Indigenous Milk Medicine Week and Black Breastfeeding Week with free lactation kits. ? Awarded 7 Health Equity scholarships to BIPOC students pursuing healthcare careers. ? Adopted 2 families for the holiday season, providing them with essential items and gifts. ? Gave away items through our Divinity Pantry to support families in need. ? Secured funding for our first major event, Unwound the Womb: Reclaiming Birth and Justice Through Healing. ? Partnered with amazing folx like @blkmamas,@pludeltaiotachi, @blkbryllc, @__lechantebirthwork, and @lo.holistics ?Partned with 2 major healthcare systems in Washington: @multicarehealth and @virginiamasonfranciscanhealth Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way—your encouragement fuels our mission to create a more equitable future. Here’s to more milestones, empowerment, and liberation ahead! #ReproductiveJustice #ShadesOfDivinity #CommunityLove #HealthEquity

Announcement! ?? Shades of Divinity Presents: Unwound the Womb: Reclaiming Birth and Justice Through Healing – a FREE, full-day event dedicated to empowering Black, Latine, and Tribal families through Reproductive Justice. ??? Date: June 7, 2025 ? Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM ?? Location: McGavick Conference Center, Lakewood, WA What to Expect: ? Complimentary Lunch ? Keynote Speaker ? Expert Panel Discussions featuring both professionals and individuals with lived experiences ? Cultural Performances ? Free On-Site Services by doulas, lactation consultants, and mental health professionals This is a For Us By Us event. It’s time to heal while also celebrating our culture! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share, and create a stronger community. This event is funded by a grant from the Community Reinvestment Project, a project of the Washington State Department of Commerce @wastatecommerce ?? Register Now at www.shadesofdivinity.org #ReproductiveJustice #UnwoundTheWomb #MaternalHealth #HealingAndEmpowerment #ShadesOfDivinity #CommunityEvent #Tacoma #Washington #Lakewood #PierceCounty #KingCounty #Healing #Community

Do you work with families? Shades of Divinity is proud to present “We Are Pregnant: Nurturing Provider/Parental Roles in Maternal Health”, happening on March 5, 2025 and facilitated by none other than Joel Austin, CEO of Daddy University. This session focuses on the importance of parental inclusion in perinatal care, with special emphasis on supporting BIPOC families. You’ll walk away with strategies to provide family-centered, culturally sensitive care that improves maternal health outcomes and tackles systemic inequities. ?? Nursing CE Credits Available! ?? When: March 5, 2025 ?? Where: Virtual Limited seating available – secure your spot now! Register today at www.shadesofdivinity.org!

We are honored to announce that Shades of Divinity has been selected as a 2024 MultiCare Health System Community Partnership Fund recipient—for the second year in a row! ?? This incredible support helps organizations in Pierce, King, Thurston, and Kitsap counties address critical issues like access to care, behavioral health, maternal and child health, and more. Thanks to this funding, we’ll strengthen our capacity to work more efficiently, ensuring we continue to uplift and support BIPOC families in Washington State through culturally centered services and resources. Together, we’re creating healthier, more equitable communities! #CommunityPartners #ReproductiveJustice #HealthEquity #ShadesofDivinity #BIPOCFamilies #WashingtonState #MultiCare #BesslerCenter

?? Internship Application Closure ?? A huge thank you to everyone who applied for the Shades of Divinity internship program! We are incredibly grateful for your interest and passion. Due to the overwhelming response, we’ve had to make some tough decisions, and the application process is now closed. We sincerely apologize to those we couldn’t select this time. Please stay connected for future opportunities as we continue our mission to promote Reproductive Justice and health equity for BIPOC families in Washington State.