Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council

05/08/2026

We're excited to announce this year's ambassador for Soul Stroll! Cherie "Chillin' da Conscious Poet" Kabba is a creative strategist, cultural preservationist, and the founder and CEO of The Soultown Magazine — a platform she has built into a 20-state, 52-city distribution network over the past decade, designing all 115 issues herself.

A Chicago native rooted in spoken word and slam poetry, Chillin' holds an MBA and a Master's in Information Systems, and brings that same rigor to her art. Her work centers on celebrating Black stories and lifting underrepresented voices — not just as media, but as a tool for liberation and legacy.

In 2026, she launched The Soultown's 52 (TS52), a landmark series spotlighting the journeys of 52 Black and Brown women. An Adobe Lead Educator, Google Cloud Digital Leader, and nationally recognized poet, Chillin' lives by her own words: "If it has heart, purpose, and soul, it belongs in The Soultown."
https://www.bachac.org/blog/2026-soul-stroll-ambassador

It's not too late to purchase tickets to 2026 Soul Stroll, and join us on Saturday, May 16, 8am-Noon at Coyote Point in San Mateo go to our website, www.bachac.org for more details! Funds raised helps to support our mission to eliminate health disparities in underserved communities.

Cherie “Chillin’ da Conscious Poet” Kabba is a powerhouse of creative strategy and cultural preservation. Hailing from the inner city of Chicago, she has spent her life transforming the "grit" of the urban experience into the "gold" of professional excellence. With a formidable a

05/01/2026

We're just over 2 weeks away for 2026 Soul Stroll! Join us for Soul Stroll 2026 on Saturday, May 16, 8am-Noon at Coyote Point in San Mateo and take strides towards a healthier lifestyle! Whether you're a seasoned walker or just getting started, this signature event offers something for the entire family. Don't miss this chance to prioritize your health and well-being. Don’t miss it! Sign up by May 13th at https://tinyurl.com/soulstroll2026.

04/21/2026

Soul Stroll 2026 is almost here. 👟 🥳 Grab your tickets for May 16 at Coyote Point! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/soul-stroll-2026-movement-is-the-resistance

Come out for a morning of movement, connection, and community care as we take another step toward health equity for communities of color. Tickets are on sale here.

Soul Stroll is a 1, 3, or 5-mile run/walk open to ALL levels of ability. The Soul Stroll Community Health Village brings together 40+ resources and partners offering products, screenings, and information.

Your ticket includes:

🎟️ Event access
🥪 Light breakfast and a healthy lunch
🏃🏾‍♀️ Professionally led warm-up sessions
🩺 Free health screenings from our partner providers
🍭 Children's activities
👕 The coveted Soul Stroll t-shirt - sign up before April 26th to pick yours up on site!

🌟🌟Double your impact — every dollar you give will be matched up to $130,000 if we reach our goal by May 31. 🌟🌟

Get your tickets today! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/soul-stroll-2026-movement-is-the-resistance

04/21/2026

Please join us this Thursday, April 23, at 6:30 PM for our second and final Soul Stroll Virtual Happy Hour!

During this session, we will demonstrate how to use our new platform and walk you through the registration process for yourself and your team to walk/run on Saturday, May 16, 8am-NOON at Coyote Point in San Mateo, California. Attendees who stay until the end of the event will have a chance to win a gift card.

Below is the flier for the event. We encourage you to share it with your family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors, and/or post it on your social media platforms.

Grab your favorite beverage and join your fellow Soul Strollers!
You can register using the following link:
https://bachac-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/HYIfXLdGSve4ZrEebRPr_A #/registration

04/02/2026

Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council in partnership with Community Connections Psychological Associates, Inc. and San Mateo County Health - Behavioral Health & Recovery Services are offering, Be Sensitive, Be Brave: Mental Health & Su***de Prevention Training for the Black Community.

Join a powerful, culturally-infused training series designed for the Black/African American community in San Mateo County. This FREE workshop equips participants with tools to recognize signs of emotional distress, have courageous conversations about su***de, connect individuals to support, and build resilience within our communities.

Participants will also have the opportunity to share their voice through a follow-up focus group to help shape a curriculum that truly reflects and serves the Black community. Trainings will be held in May 2026 (in-person and virtual options available), and participants will receive a $25 Amazon gift card, with refreshments provided for in-person sessions. Sign up at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/be-sensitive-be-brave




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03/25/2026

Join us for Soul Stroll 2026 and take strides towards a healthier lifestyle! Whether you're a seasoned walker or just getting started, this signature event offers something for the entire family. Don't miss this chance to prioritize your health and well-being. Tickets ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/soulstroll2026.

03/19/2026

Join us for Soul Stroll 2026, where every step leads to wellness and community! Save the date for our signature 1, 3, or 5 mile walk and embrace a journey of health and harmony. Don't miss out!
🎟️ Get tickets: https://tinyurl.com/soulstroll

03/13/2026

Don't miss Soul Stroll 2026! This community event offers something for the entire family. Join us to prioritize your well-being and support the fight against health disparities in communities of color. 🎟️ Get tickets: https://tinyurl.com/soulstroll

02/19/2026

The Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council's Black Youth Advisory Board (YAB) is organizing the first ever Black Student Leadership Conference for Middle and High School students in San Mateo County on Saturday, March 7, 10am-3pm at Canada College in Redwood City, CA. Attendance is FREE! Conference theme is The Power of our Voice-If Not Me, Then Who? Keynote speaker is Dr. Jamal Cooks, President of Chabot College. Registration deadline is this Friday, Feb. 20th. Join Us!

10/02/2025

💙Join us for our FREE Men’s & Women’s Health Fair this Saturday, October 4 (8am–2pm) at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, San Mateo!
This community-centered event brings together expert doctors, health screenings, and engaging panels, plus music, giveaways, and family fun.
We ask you to sign up in advance but walk-ins will be welcome on the day of the event. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mens-and-womens-health-fair-tickets-1542482589949?aff=oddtdtcreator
📌 Program Highlights
Men’s Sessions
–Prostate Cancer Panel
–Uplifting Black Fathers & Their Roles in Education
Women’s Sessions
–Breast Cancer
–Menopause
Open to All
–Diabetes Session

✅ Free screenings (breast & prostate cancer, glucose, cholesterol, PSA testing, and more)
✅ Free breakfast snack, lunch & family-friendly activities
✅ Walk-ins welcome!
📍 100 S. San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401