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Our mission is to improve the health of the African-American community by serving as a megaphone for trusted information that enables and encourages African Americans to better navigate the healthcare system, advocate for themselves, and receive improved care, regardless of insurance or circumstances.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the AAWP is here to help raise awareness about the impact on the well-being of communities of color across our Nation. We stand with those who are experiencing mental health conditions and here to support you in receiving the treatment you may need. Join us this month as we share valuable resources and information on mental health to help combat the unprecedented mental health crisis across our country. Read more here from President Biden: https://bit.ly/3kufAnm and AAWP here: https://aawellnessproject.org/mental-health-resources/
Get in the ring, Champion! The tobacco industry has used African Americans to make millions for centuries, but it’s time to fight back. Tobacco regulation starts with talking to your local legislature about needed policies and changes. Visit NoMentholSunday.org to learn how to start that dialogue.
The AAWP is proud to play a role in helping launch the Digital Health for Equitable Health (#DHEH) Alliance. This is a milestone for the future of #healthcare for underserved communities to help create a more accessible and inclusive #digitalhealth society.
“The African American Wellness Project (AAWP) works to improve the health of the African-American community by serving as a megaphone for trusted information that enables and encourages African Americans to better navigate the healthcare system, advocate for themselves, and receive improved care, regardless of insurance or circumstances. We are excited about being a part of the Digital Heath for Equitable Health Alliance and sharing a collective voice with other organizations who are seeking to make a difference, so that we can have even greater impact addressing health disparities in the Black community.” Monique LeNoir – Executive Director, AAWP
Learn more at: dhehalliance.org
AAWP Events This Week
The healthcare inequalities in our country are far-reaching. Join AAWP in the fight as we do our part to ensure that the African American community receives equitable comprehensive healthcare.
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We Are Proud to Announce — AAWP & Healthwise Partnership
AAWP is proud to announce our partnership with Healthwise. This partnership allows us to bring you the most accurate up to date online health resource in the U.S.. Now you can get reliable, vetted answers to your health questions. We provide information you need to make better healthcare decisions.
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How to get the most out of medical appointments — This Is How We Do It
We will be providing tip sheets about things you should do and questions you should ask during medical appointments. We want to empower you with knowledge, so that you can get the best care possible for you and your family.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: African American Wellness Project Acknowledges Mental Health Awareness Month Continues to Urge for Mental Health Awareness Efforts and Supporting the Black Community
MAGNA Equity Session: Health & Wellness with AAWP Executive Director, Monique LeNoir-Pittman. CLICK HERE to watch.
Policy Change Required to Ensure Equitable Treatment for Sickle Cell Patients by Michael A. LeNoir, M.D. As founder of the African American Wellness Project (AAWP), I have
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: African American Wellness Project (AAWP) Partners with Alameda County to Increase Vaccination Rates Among Alameda County Residents Focus on education, awareness and activation
Oakland, California (December 15, 2021) — Last week the Surgeon General warned of a devasting mental health crisis among youth tied to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ciara launches ‘Cerving Confidence’ cervical cancer screenings campaign for Black women’s health The Grammy award-winning singer is partnering with The Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI)
Black NFL players call for end of algorithm that assumes Black men have lower cognitive abilities The NFL’s methodology has made it harder for Black former
Research suggests negative effects on sexual health due to coronavirus Oh man. It seems like every other time we turn around there’s new insight about
June 11, 2021 For many men, tolerating pain is a sign of manhood. For others, seeing a doctor for annual checkups is a low priority
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The African American Wellness Project was established in 2002 and is a Nonprofit 501(c)(3), EIN: 30-0102430