Because the
black woman
is the backbone of the
black family
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We Value black women
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Breaking down the stigma, stereotypes, and systemic oppression of Black Women
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Trusting Black Women As Experts
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Empowerment of Black Women
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Centering Black Women
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Uplifting Black Women to be Whole and Complete
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Being Relatable and Respectable To Black Women (for staff and followers)
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Acknowledging The Full Experience of Black Women
The BWPA felt that it was important to not only author this survey but release the results of this data to the larger community because more often than not, Black women’s voices also are not amplified - even in research that is supposedly intended to reflect their experience. It was important for the BWPA to start the process of digging behind the numbers - hearing the fears, anxieties, and experiences of the women of color who live in the Greater Pittsburgh region. The theme of the work of the BWPA was
“Listen to Black Women.”
"listen to black women"
check out our new report
Situating the Voice and Experiences of Black Women in Greater Pittsburgh
Meet Our founder
Rochelle Jackson
"My goal is to ensure black women don't just survive but THRIVE!"
Rochelle has served for many years as an advocate for equity, fighting for social and economic justice. Her passion for this work is inspired by her own personal journey as a single mom and through previously-held roles as the Femisphere Project Director at Women and Girls Foundation and as a Public Policy Advocate at Just Harvest.
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Are you trying to navigate the complex system of programs and services in our community and tired of jumping through hoops with no results? Are you feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to turn? The Black Women’s Policy Center is here to help. We can provide you with advocacy support to connect you and your family to the programs and resources you need.
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black women podcast
Listen to Black Women – Our Voices, Our Agenda will provide a platform that centers and amplifies the voices of Black women--all women across all identities. The podcast will serve as a bold voice for policy and practice changes that improve the lives of Black women in the Greater Pittsburgh region.
