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A 501(C) 3 - Non-profit for Mental Health Resources through arts and humanities, health, wellness, and advocacy.

10/20/2026

This is why we do the work. We are still reflecting on the impact of this year’s Wellness In Me Conference. Creating spaces where Black women and women of color can learn, heal, connect, and access mental wellness resources is at the heart of HER Cause Inc.’s mission.

Feedback from attendees reminds us that when women come together in community, healing, hope, and transformation are possible.

Thank you to every woman who joined us and entrusted us with a part of your wellness journey.

10/13/2026

A few moments from Saturday’s Mental Health Resource Fair. 💚

Our CEO Iyona Blake spoke about the importance of arresting the stigma surrounding mental health and to introduce HER Cause’s newest initiative, See. Support. Connect.

She began with a simple question:
“If a sister friend came to you in crisis today, would you know what to say or do to support her with care and confidence?”

Too often, the answer isn’t “yes” not because we don’t care, but because we haven’t been equipped with the tools.

That’s why we created See. Support. Connect. to help everyday women recognize signs of distress, respond with compassion, and connect others to support and resources.

Thank you to everyone who attended, stopped by our table, and joined the conversation. Together, we can build communities where every woman is seen, supported, and connected.

💚 See. Support. Connect.

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day.

I want to begin with a simple but important question:
If a sister friend came to you in crisis today, would you know what to say or do?

Many of us care deeply, but when someone is struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, overwhelming stress, or thoughts of hopelessness, we often worry about saying the wrong thing. The truth is, people who are hurting don’t always announce it. Sometimes the signs are hidden behind a smile.

That’s why HER Cause, Inc. created See. Support. Connect., a sisterhood mental health response training designed to help everyday people recognize when someone may be struggling, respond with compassion, and connect them to appropriate support and resources.

This World Mental Health Day, let’s commit to being the kind of community where no one has to suffer in silence.

Because sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is see someone, support them, and help them get connected.

❤️

10/08/2026

Thank you to Macedonia Baptist Church in Arlington, VA, for inviting HER Cause, Inc. to participate in Health & Wellness Sunday.

We were honored to speak with your congregation about mental health awareness, introduce our new See. Support. Connect. initiative, and share resources that empower communities to recognize, support, and connect those who may be struggling.

Together, we’re breaking stigma, building support, and creating healthier communities.

10/01/2026

What a Day! What a Movement! 💚

Thank you to every participant, volunteer, sponsor, donor, vendor, community partner, and supporter who helped make the 3rd Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K Walk a tremendous success.

Because of you, we came together to raise awareness, build community, and continue important conversations about mental health. Every step taken, every story shared, and every act of support helped remind us that no one should have to struggle in silence.

A special thank you to the incredible HER Cause team whose dedication, hard work, and commitment helped bring this event to life. We couldn’t have done it without you. As we reflect on this amazing day, we are filled with gratitude and hope for the work that lies ahead.

💚 Thank you for walking with us.
💚 Thank you for believing in our mission.
💚 Thank you for helping us shatter the stigma.

09/27/2026

The 3rd Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K Walk was a tremendous success, and we are grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s event possible.

A special thank you to our sponsors for investing in our mission and helping HER Cause continue to increase access to mental health awareness, education, advocacy, and support for Black women and women of color.

Because of your partnership, we can continue creating spaces for connection, healing, and hope.

To our participants, volunteers, partners, donors and sponsors—thank you for walking with us and helping us shatter the stigma surrounding mental health.

💚 With gratitude, HER Cause, Inc.

09/21/2026

5 Days Until We Walk! The countdown is on!

In just 5 days, we’ll gather for the 3rd Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K Walk to raise awareness, build community, and support mental health initiatives that serve Black women and women of color.

Whether you’re walking for yourself, a loved one, or simply because you believe mental health matters, we invite you to join us.

📅 September 26, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 AM 📍 Potomac River Waterfront Park Trail

👟 Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time!

🔗 hercause.org/walk

Together, we can help create a future where no one has to struggle in silence.

09/16/2026

We’re excited to announce Nori Nori, Executive Producer & On-Air Personality with WPGC 95.5’s The Good Morning Show, as host of the 3rd Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K Walk, with music by DJ Vader!

Mental health matters.

Join us on September 26 as we come together to raise awareness, strengthen community, and continue the conversation around mental health. Together, we can help create spaces where support is available, healing is encouraged, and stigma no longer keeps people silent.

👟 Register today: hercause.org/walk
📅 September 26, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Potomac River Waterfront Park Trail, Oxon Hill, MD

Every registration supports the work of HER Cause, including our See. Support. Connect. Sisterhood Mental Health Response Training and other programs that increase access to mental health resources and support.

Walk to Shatter the Stigma!

09/12/2026

“Mental health matters. Mental health is no longer our secret.”

Thank you, Aisha, for reminding us that healing begins when we break the silence and have honest conversations about mental health.

Together, we can create a community where support is available, stigma is challenged, and no one feels they have to carry their struggles alone.

👟 Join the movement. Join the walk.

Register for the 3rd Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K Walk and walk with us on September 26 as we raise awareness, build connection, and continue the conversation around mental health.

09/07/2026

“No one should struggle in silence.”

That’s why Geisha Roberts walks.

Mental health challenges affect so many of us, yet too many people suffer alone. By walking together, we help break the silence, raise awareness, and remind our communities that support is available.

👟 Join the movement. Join the walk.

Be part of the 3rd Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K Walk on September 26 and help us create a community where no one has to struggle in silence. Visit www.hercause.org/walk

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