Womens Access To Empowerment - WATE

Womens Access To Empowerment - WATE Women’s Access to Empowerment Inc., known as Brooklyn WATE, is a 501 (c)3 organization serving the Brooklyn community. Our Mission is to
1.

To Connect Black Women to realistic,attainable health and wellness goals that will foster self confidence.
2. To Disrupt disparities that Black Women face in homes with one parent or minimal sustainable incomes.
3. To Provide educational experiences that promote economical growth, financial literacy, and life skills trainings for Black women and their communities.
4. To Celebrate Black Women leaders who continue to deposit their wisdom, services and mentorship to their communities.

2026 Juneteenth Open Closet Event : ❤️🖤 💚 THANK YOU, BROOKLYN! ❤️🖤💚Yesterday, something beautiful happened.Neighbors sh...
06/21/2026

2026 Juneteenth Open Closet Event : ❤️🖤 💚 THANK YOU, BROOKLYN! ❤️🖤💚

Yesterday, something beautiful happened.

Neighbors showed up for neighbors. Volunteers showed up with willing hands and open hearts. Community members left with clothing, shoes, accessories, hygiene products, raffle prizes, books, and other essentials—but most importantly, with the reminder that they are seen, valued, and cared for.

Because of your generosity, Brooklyn WATE distributed:

✨ 673 pieces of clothing

✨ 32 pairs of shoes

✨ 150+ cosmetic and beauty items, from lipsticks to eyelashes

✨ 49 children’s bags of books

✨ 37 children’s dental kits

✨ 65 facial & skincare solution products

✨ 200 hair care products

✨ Over 1,000 feminine hygiene products

✨ 45 bottles of Dr. Bronner’s soap

To our incredible volunteers—THANK YOU. Whether you gave an hour or spent the entire day with us, your support helped make our 2026 Juneteenth Open Closet a success. You lifted bins, assembled racks, greeted guests, sorted clothing, restocked tables, registered voters, shared resources, and helped us love on our community. See more in comments 👇🏾

Y’all know we love a good sale… but FREE? 👀The Brooklyn WATE Open Closet is back for Juneteenth, and we’re inviting our ...
05/31/2026

Y’all know we love a good sale… but FREE? 👀

The Brooklyn WATE Open Closet is back for Juneteenth, and we’re inviting our community to come shop FREE clothing, shoes, accessories, hygiene products, and goodies for the kids while supplies last.

Whether you’re looking for a few essentials, a cute find, or just want to enjoy a day filled with culture, music, food, and community love, we’ve got a spot for you.

Bring your reusable bags. Bring a friend. Bring your auntie, cousin, neighbor, and bestie too. ❤️

📍 Weeksville Heritage Center
📅 June 19, 2026
⏰ 12 PM – 8 PM

Because community care looks like neighbors helping neighbors.

Sis, This May Be for You! Have you been part of a Sistah Circle for at least a year? A local research study is exploring...
05/31/2026

Sis, This May Be for You!

Have you been part of a Sistah Circle for at least a year? A local research study is exploring how these spaces support the well-being of Black women in Brooklyn.

Visit www.brooklynwate.org for full details and participation information.

Y’all know we love a good sale… but FREE? 👀The Brooklyn WATE Open Closet is back for Juneteenth, and we’re inviting our ...
05/31/2026

Y’all know we love a good sale… but FREE? 👀

The Brooklyn WATE Open Closet is back for Juneteenth, and we’re inviting our community to come shop FREE clothing, shoes, accessories, hygiene products, and goodies for the kids while supplies last.

Whether you’re looking for a few essentials, a cute find, or just want to enjoy a day filled with culture, music, food, and community love, we’ve got a spot for you.

Bring your reusable bags. Bring a friend. Bring your auntie, cousin, neighbor, and bestie too. ❤️

📍 Weeksville Heritage Center
📅 June 19, 2026
⏰ 12 PM – 8 PM

Because community care looks like neighbors helping neighbors.

ShopFree BlackOwnedBrooklyn WeeksvilleHeritageCenter

Sis, This May Be for You! Have you been part of a Sistah Circle for at least a year? A local research study is exploring...
05/31/2026

Sis, This May Be for You!
Have you been part of a Sistah Circle for at least a year? A local research study is exploring how these spaces support the well-being of Black women in Brooklyn. Visit www.brooklynwate.org for full details and participation information.

03/02/2026

Happy Women’s History Month 💪🏾💪🏾

Brooklyn WATE is returning just in time for Women’s History Month — and we’re coming back with intention.Under our Black...
02/16/2026

Brooklyn WATE is returning just in time for Women’s History Month — and we’re coming back with intention.

Under our Black Women Teach initiative, we are proud to present:

✨ One Click Closer to Silver & Savvy: Technology 101 for Confident Living ✨

This course is designed specifically for older adults in our community who want to feel more comfortable navigating:

• Smartphones
• Texting & email
• Basic computer skills
• Online safety
• Health portals & everyday digital tools

No pressure.
No embarrassment.
No “you should already know this.”

Just patient, culturally responsive learning that restores confidence and builds independence.

Because when our Black women — especially our seasoned women — feel empowered digitally, they stay connected to their health, their families, and their future.

AND…

-We’ve added two new articles to our Rooted & Rising blog.

One dives into decluttering your space and your heart — releasing emotional weight and resetting without drama.

The other?
It’s all about the girlfriends.

The women who hold us up.
Call us out.
Pray for us.
Laugh with us.
Grow with us.

Because healing isn’t meant to happen in isolation — it happens in community.

We are building skills.
We are building clarity.
We are building sisterhood.

📩 OCCSS registration link in bio
📖 Read the newest Rooted & Rising posts on our website

DigitalEquity BlackWomenHeal Sisterhood GrowWithUs

The Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta has got a treat for our Brooklyn communities. The Mammogram Bus is com...
02/12/2026

The Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta has got a treat for our Brooklyn communities.

The Mammogram Bus is coming! On Sunday, February 15, 2026, we are hosting a Mammogram Bus for Mobile No-cost Breast Cancer Screening at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, 2530 Church Avenue in Brooklyn, NY.

All services are at no-cost to eligible NYC women who haven’t had a mammogram in the past 12 months, ages 40-75. Uninsured women are welcome. No co-pays are required, and deductibles are waived for insured women.

Secure your appointment today! Please bring a photo ID and health insurance card if insured. Early detection saves lives, so don’t delay!


Join the Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. for an empowering and informative session focused o...
02/06/2026

Join the Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. for an empowering and informative session focused on preventing heart disease and stroke. Together, you will learn practical ways to protect your hearts, support one another, and take action for a healthier future.

What to expect:
❤️ Onsite blood pressure screenings
❤️ Fun, heart-pumping movement
❤️ Healthy snacks and wellness tips

When women come together, we create change. Go RED—because it’s more than what we wear, it’s what we stand for.


Check the link in our bio to register

Learn how to feed yourselves and extend your life. Please share
12/13/2025

Learn how to feed yourselves and extend your life. Please share

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