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Advocacy Bootcamp Inspires Contra Costa Parents to Lead
Advocacy Bootcamp Inspires Contra Costa Parents to Lead
Advocacy Bootcamp Inspires Contra Costa Parents to Lead and Advocate
Black Women’s Sanctuary Conference Recap
Black Women’s Sanctuary Conference Recap
The 2025 Black Women’s Sanctuary Conference, hosted by FIERCE Advocates, offered a restorative space for Black women to pause, reflect, and connect. Participants experienced holistic healing sessions, creative activities, and moments of deep connection, leaving empowered, refreshed, and supported. T
Joyce Roys-Aguilera on FIERCE’s Legacy of Equity & Justice
Joyce Roys-Aguilera on FIERCE’s Legacy of Equity & Justice
Celebrate 20 years of FIERCE Advocates empowering Black and Latinx families. Joyce Roys-Aguilera from The California Endowment shares why community partnership, leadership development, and trust are critical to lasting impact. Join the 20th Anniversary Block Party.
Celebrating the 4th CoCo Doulas Graduating Class!
Celebrating the 4th CoCo Doulas Graduating Class!
Radical Love in Action: Celebrating the 4th CoCo Doulas Graduating Class
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Sheryl Lane on ABC7: FIERCE Advocates Celebrates 20 Years with Community Block Party
Sheryl Lane on ABC7: FIERCE Advocates Celebrates 20 Years with Community Block Party
Executive Director Sheryl Lane shares FIERCE’s 20-year journey on ABC7. Join us Sept. 27 at Richmond Civic Center for a free community block party.
Local Doula Program Works to Support Black Moms
Local Doula Program Works to Support Black Moms
Lauren McCollins, program manager for Coco Doulas, explains the role of a doula and the goal of her organization.
Richmond Church to Host 11th Annual Health Fair
Richmond Church to Host 11th Annual Health Fair
Most maternal deaths can be prevented. Here's how California aims to cut them in half
Most maternal deaths can be prevented. Here's how California aims to cut them in half
California's maternal death rate has been climbing. A new public health campaign aims to share information about risks that can cause pregnancy complications.
Governor Newsom proclaims Strong Start & Beyond Day as state launches new maternal health initiative | Governor of California
Governor Newsom proclaims Strong Start & Beyond Day as state launches new maternal health initiative | Governor of California
Black Mothers More Likely to Receive Unnecessary C-Sections - International Doula Institute
Black Mothers More Likely to Receive Unnecessary C-Sections - International Doula Institute
A recent study showing Black mothers are more likely to receive unnecessary c-sections when compared to their peers, did not surprise us.
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