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13 Feb, 10 tweets, 7 min read

This week our #StatusofBlackWomen2021 series looks at Black women’s health. Keep reading for a behind-the-scenes look at the orgs and datasets whose work has shaped our understanding of Black women’s health in 2021. [⬇️ thread]

@doccrearperry

Do you know about our healthcare co-host, The National Birth Equity Collaborative (birthequity.org)? Led by Dr. Joia Crear-Perry (@doccrearperry) NBEC is providing research and trainings for a world where birth equity is a reality.
#StatusofBlackWomen2021

@domesticworkers

The National Domestic Workers' Alliance (@domesticworkers) is building a powerful movement to protect the rights of domestic workers. Check out their 2018 Report on the Status of Black Women in the US: domesticworkers.org/status-black-w…
#StatusofBlackWomen2021

@TWOCCNYC

The Trans Women of Color Collective (@TWOCCNYC) is uplifting trans voices while working towards liberation for all. Check out their Black Trans Health Initiative to learn more: twocc.us/our-work/black…
#StatusofBlackWomen2021

@blkwomenshealth

The Black Women's Health Imperative (@blkwomenshealth) is the first and only national nonprofit dedicated to the health of Black women and girls. Check out their work at bwhi.org
#StatusofBlackWomen2021

@NPWF

The National Partnership for Women and Families (@NPWF) is working to improve the lives of women and girls across the US. Check out their report on Black Women's Maternal Health: nationalpartnership.org/our-work/healt…
#StatusofBlackWomen2021

@TheOkraProject

The Okra Project (@TheOkraProject) is a one-of-a-kind organization nurturing Black trans folks through culturally specific meals and other resources. Check out their website to learn more: theokraproject.com
#StatusofBlackWomen2021

The Foundation for Black Women's Wellness (ffbww.org) is working to end health disparities for Black women and girls. Check out their work at fbww.org
#StatusofBlackWomen2021

Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (beam.community) is a group aimed at removing the barriers that Black people experience getting access to or staying connected with emotional health care and healing. #StatusofBlackWomen2021

Black Mental Health Alliance (blackmentalhealth.com) provides information and resources and a “Find a Therapist” locator to connect with a culturally competent mental health professional. #StatusofBlackWomen2021

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