Black Women Supporting each other is more important now than ever with organizations eliminating DEI.

Black Women Supporting each other is more important now than ever with organizations eliminating DEI.

The need for black women to support one another can be explored from a cultural, social, and community perspective. Black women have historically faced unique challenges, including systemic racism, gender bias, and socio-economic disparities. By supporting one another, they can foster resilience, amplify their voices, and create networks of empowerment and advocacy.

Here are some reasons why mutual support is crucial:

  1. Community Building: Supporting one another helps to build stronger, more connected communities where resources, information, and opportunities are shared.
  2. Combatting Isolation: Many black women navigate spaces where they are underrepresented. Solidarity can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and create a sense of belonging.
  3. Promoting Mental Wellness: Encouragement and understanding within the community can support mental health by reducing stress and providing outlets for shared experiences.
  4. Economic Empowerment: Collaboration and mutual support in entrepreneurship, professional networks, and mentorship can lead to greater economic opportunities.
  5. Advocacy for Social Justice: United voices can amplify the call for change in policies and systems that disproportionately affect black women.

These are some of the reasons I formed Black Women Empowered Movement. We cannot wait on anyone to come to our rescue but us. Check out our community at blackwomenempowereddirectory.com and blackwomenempowered.org.

Ed Gamache

Retired Healthcare Administrator

3 个月

“A leader is someone you follow to a place you would not go alone.” Paraphrased from Joel Barker. You are definately in the leadership role and will take them to a place unimagined before. God speed.

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Regina Walker/Salter

Property Manager @ Retirement | Housing Experience WITH Section 236, 8, 42 and Public Housing Agency

3 个月

Great advice and definitely needed in these days of the Transition of Government. Each day should be led with Prayer for with these points: 1) Prayer for the World 2) Prayer for the Government 3) Prayer for DOJ and the Decision-Making/Performance 4) Prayer for Supreme Court in EACH STATE Decision Making 5) Prayer for US Supreme Court Decision-Making ************+************ GOD ALWAYS HAS THE LAST WORD !

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Tracee Smith

Founder and Ceo of DeliveryChixx Courier Services Ankeny Iowa and Miami Florida

3 个月

I agree

Delaine Laney

Administrative Wiz

3 个月

Interesting, now let’s connect and do the work!

Rikki Hicks

“OUR TIME IS NOW“ !!!

3 个月

Keep on Keeping on Edifying !!!

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