Black Women Inspiring Strength and Empowerment (BWISE) Cente

The BWISE Center operates on a holistic understanding of wellness, encompassing physical, spiritual, emotional, mental, and financial health. It's designed as a dynamic space where Black women are empowered to lead, thrive, and transform their communities.

Why BWISE Matters: Addressing Systemic Disparities

Black women face disproportionately high rates of HIV, a challenge significantly shaped by systemic racism, deeply ingrained stigma, and persistent inequities in healthcare. The BWISE Center stands as our profound response: a community-led space committed to genuine healing, robust leadership development, and sustained personal growth.

Here's how the BWISE Center will make an impact:

• Improved Health Outcomes: We'll deliver tailored programs that support early diagnosis, ensure access to antiretroviral therapy (ART), and achieve viral suppression.
• Reduced HIV Infections: Through comprehensive education and prevention tools, including PrEP, we aim to lower HIV risk.
• Leadership Development: Training initiatives will equip Black women to become leaders in both healthcare and broader community settings.
• Whole-Life Support: Our programming will address critical, interconnected needs such as housing, employment, mental health services, and affirming care.
• Community Power: We're investing directly in Black women-led efforts, fueling long-term, sustainable change from within communities.