Empowering People in Communities

09/30/2024

We are excited to welcome Mareena Ramirez as our new Executive Assistant.

Mareena Ramirez is a recent graduate of Western Washington University, where she earned a degree in Linguistics. Her academic background has equipped her with strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and adaptability. Beyond her academic achievements, Mareena has a deep passion for coaching softball and giving back to the game. Her experience in coaching has honed her leadership and teamwork abilities while fueling her enthusiasm for working closely with individuals to help them reach their potential. This passion also extends to her work with youth, where she strives to be a mentor and role model, fostering both personal and professional growth. Mareena’s goal is to contribute to a supportive and efficient work environment, where she can help streamline operations and support the success of the team.

07/02/2024

On Sunday afternoon, Empowering People in Communities bestowed the Daniel H. Russell Scholarship upon Ifeoma Dawodu in recognition of her exceptional achievements, continuing our tradition of honoring individuals who display remarkable leadership and literary talent. We are indebted to our generous donors for enabling us to provide Ifeoma with the financial assistance required to cover her thesis editing costs, bringing her one step closer to earning her doctoral degree.

05/18/2024

I am thrilled to sponsor this event tomorrow and collaborate with the talented Tiffynee Terry-Thomas to engage men in a meaningful conversation. Everyone is welcome to join us if interested and available!

04/11/2024

01/10/2024

📅 Save the Date: February 10th, 10am-2pm
📍 Peace Community Center

Join us for a transformative guided wellness conversation tailored to the emotional well-being of Black men. Recognizing the pivotal role this plays in their success within families, communities, and personal lives, our mission is to break generational cycles by prioritizing healthy practices.

🌱 Our goal is to create a platform that not only encourages Black men to address their emotional challenges but also equips them with tools and support for resilience, healing, and growth. By empowering Black men to prioritize their mental health, we aim to catalyze positive change across families, communities, and society at large.

🤝 This event is proudly sponsored and in partnership with YaLife Media + Marketing , Reaching Houston, EPIC, Keepers of the Flame, and Sons. Together, we're committed to fostering a community that prioritizes mental well-being and positive change.

🗣️ Hosted by the incredible Tiffynee Terry-Thomas and Brendan A. Nelson, this event focuses on men's mental health awareness. Tiffynee, a clinical sexologist and relationship coach, brings her expertise in psychology and neuroscience to empower individuals. Brendan, with over 15 years of experience in education and community engagement, leads with dedication and passion.

🔍 Dive into open conversations that create a safe space for men to share and connect. Enjoy refreshments, engage in meaningful dialogue, and be part of a community fostering positive change.

🎙️ Special Guests:
👉🏾 Tiffynee Terry-Thomas: Clinical Sexologist, Relationship Coach, Author, Neuroscience Researcher
👉🏾Brendan A. Nelson: Executive Director of Empowering People in Communities, Founder of Nvision Professional Services
👉🏾Many other prominent Community Members

🏆 Brendan's dedication has earned him prestigious awards, including the National Community Service Volunteer Award from President Barack Obama.

Let's come together, break down barriers, and prioritize the mental well-being of Black men. Spread the word, mark your calendars, and be part of this empowering conversation! 🌟

10/06/2023

Excited to share that Empowering People in Communities (EPIC) and Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department’s (TPCHD) Health Equity Program will partner to support the health equity strategic initiative. EPIC will provide support to Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) owned businesses that meets unmet needs for business owners in Tacoma. Our work supports economic justice and celebrates and supports cultural diversity in Pierce County—all of which we know are foundations for health equity. This collaboration will also support relationship building between our organizations so we can continue to navigate avenues of ongoing support for BIPOC owned businesses in Pierce County.

04/14/2023

Thank you Virginia Mason Franciscan Health for selecting us a recipient of grant funding to support our work in increasing access to healthy foods and physical activity for the Hilltop community.

04/14/2023

There’s still time to join us for some great community conversation.

03/10/2023

We’ve partnered with the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife for a series of 3 workshops to gauge the perspectives of African Americans in the Hilltop neighborhood on the nature and wellbeing of our community.

The conversation will be a combination of social, economic, environmental, cultural, and political conditions that are essential to the advancement of our community.

The first workshop will be centered around those in their 40’s and 50’s.

Space is limited, so reserve a spot today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltop-well-being-workshop-tickets-578065458347