BlackBelt Women Rising

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BlackBelt Women Rising

To provide specific culturally sensitive services to ALL through education, training, advocacy and other services.

06/22/2026

Blackbelt Women Rising (BBWR) was honored to participate in the Greene County Health Fair in Eutaw, Alabama. This event provided an important opportunity to promote preventive care, increase health awareness, and connect community members with accessible healthcare services and vital support resources.

06/15/2026

On Saturday, Blackbelt Women Rising (BBWR) was honored to participate in Sumter County Day in Livingston, a community-centered celebration designed to promote unity, appreciation, and engagement among residents.
During the event, BBWR engaged with parents and community members by sharing important resources related to Sumter County air quality, light and noise monitoring, as well as the Community Health Assessment Initiative. These conversations helped raise awareness about ongoing environmental and public health efforts within the county.
The day was a meaningful success, filled with valuable resources, community connection, and enjoyable food, games, and activities for all attendees.

06/08/2026

WE ARE HIRING FOR THE SUMMER!

If you are a UNIONTOWN RESIDENT looking for a summer internship and you are between the ages of 14-18 years old.

Please click the link below for a GREAT opportunity. GOOD LUCK
https://form.jotform.com/261584812632156

06/03/2026

Great news for Uniontown!

We are proud to share that Blackbelt Women is working with the Delta Healthy Food Financing Initiative (Delta HFFI), a program led by Auburn University's Hunger Solutions Institute, HOPE Enterprise Corporation, and Wright Food Solutions.

Today we met with Kaitlin from Delta HFFI, Jimmy Wright of Wright Food Solutions, Uniontown Mayor Ron Miller, Sherrie from Communities Unlimited, Fred from Schoel Engineering, Andre from Deep South, Dr. Bassett of Clover Farm, and our team to begin discussing what this opportunity could mean for our community. Special tha ks to Tasty Tees and Margarette Fikes for the lunch...

Being accepted into this program is just the first step, but it's an important one. Today was Day 1 of turning ideas into action. We talked about ways to increase access to healthy food, support of local farmers, and creating new opportunities for Uniontown and the Blackbelt.We are excited to roll up our sleeves, do the work, and see where this opportunity leads.

Stay tuned... we're just getting started! 💚

06/01/2026

June is Pride Month, and we acknowledge, support, and stand with anyone who needs community, encouragement, or a safe space.

We also invite you to join the Rainbow Group, which meets every 4th Thursday at 6:00 PM at Trinity Episcopal Church in Demopolis, Alabama.

Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and kindness.

05/30/2026

Blackbelt Women Rising (BBWR) was proud to participate in the May Day/Recruitment Day event at Livingston Early Head Start! We connected with families, shared information about our programs and services, and engaged children in educational activities focused on wastewater awareness and personal safety.
Thank you to Livingston Early Head Start for the opportunity to support families, build community partnerships, and help strengthen communities across Alabama’s Black Belt region.

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05/28/2026

On yesterday, Blackbelt Women Rising had the privilege of attending the Lunch and Learn hosted by Selma AIR in Selma.

This educational event focused on increasing HIV awareness, providing prevention education, sharing community resources, and encouraging open conversations surrounding health and wellness.

The event also created an opportunity for organizations to collaborate, exchange information, and strengthen partnerships that support individuals and families throughout our communities. Education and awareness are essential in reducing stigma, promoting testing and prevention, and ensuring people have access to the care and resources they need.

Blackbelt Women Rising remains committed to community engagement, health education, and empowering individuals through information, advocacy, and support.

05/25/2026

Still focusing on environmental work—even over the weekend! 🌎💧

On Friday, Portia, along with Alabama cohort team members, met at the ADEM office with the SRF team to discuss how to better serve our communities and make sure everything stays on track to improve access and support for local needs.

Then on Saturday, Shari Jones, met with the Brown University Community Noise Lab team to continue monitoring air and noise in Epes, Alabama, helping gather important information that can support healthier communities and environmental awareness. This Memorial Day weekend, while honoring those who served and sacrificed, we also stayed committed to serving our communities through environmental work that helps protect the next generation.

05/21/2026

Blackbelt Women Rising was honored to participate in the inaugural Veteran Resource Day in Perry County, sponsored by Sowing Seeds of Hope in partnership with the Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center and coordinated by Ms. Lawanda Rossell. The event was held at Lincoln School in Marion.
This meaningful event was created to provide resources, support, and community engagement opportunities for veterans and their families throughout Perry County and the surrounding counties in Alabama’s Black Belt region. Blackbelt Women Rising is grateful for the opportunity to support, share resources and connect with those who have faithfully served our country.

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