--- title: Anniversary --- [Skip to main content](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org#main) ![BWHI Anniversayr logo bright](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/logo-bright.png?width=200&height=98&name=logo-bright.png) ![BWHI-Logo](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hubfs/bwhiweek/BWHI-Logo.svg) ![BWHI Anniversayr logo bright mobile](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/logo-bright.png?width=200&height=98&name=logo-bright.png) ![BWHI-Logo](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hubfs/bwhiweek/BWHI-Logo.svg) [Donate](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org?campaign=619863&hsLang=en) ![BWHI anniversary 2024](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/anniversary2024-2200.jpg?width=2000&name=anniversary2024-2200.jpg) ## Events [![Wellness Success Stories](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Wellness%20Success%20Stories.jpg?width=1080&height=1080&name=Wellness%20Success%20Stories.jpg) ](https://powerinthepause.rsvpify.com/?securityToken=TESPwoHaGe4KYc1m6d3MAiruKchm8Ylm) #### MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 @ 7:00 PM ET ## Change Your Lifestyle Change Your Life ##### Wellness Success Stories Tune in to hear from women who have overcome obstacles to become the best versions of themselves. These powerful stories will inspire you to take control of your health journey. Sign Up #### TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 @ 7:00 PM ET ## We Are Not Broken ##### A BWHI Team Roundtable on Black Women's Health Join the Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) for a dynamic panel discussion, "We Are Not Broken: Our Health Is Our Power." This session features BWHI staff and board members exploring a wide range of critical health issues, from mental health to maternal health, reproductive concerns, and aging. Moderated by award-winning journalist Christal Jordan, the panel will dive into essential health topics, providing deep insights into the impactful work of BWHI. [RSVP Today](https://bit.ly/wearenotbroken) [![NotBroken_Social copy](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NotBroken_Social%20copy.jpg?width=1075&height=932&name=NotBroken_Social%20copy.jpg) ](https://bit.ly/wearenotbroken) ## Speakers ![Christal Jordan](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Christal-Jordan.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Christal-Jordan.jpg) ###### Christal Jordan Moderator Journalist and Author ![Michele Tedder, MSN, RN](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Michele-Tedder.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Michele-Tedder.jpg) ###### Michele Tedder, MSN, RN Sr. Program Manager, Black Women's Health Imperative ![Zsanai Epps, PhD](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Zsanai-Epps.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Zsanai-Epps.jpg) ###### Zsanai Epps, PhD Sr. Director, RJ Initiatives, Black Women's Health Imperative ![Linda Goler Blount, MPH](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Linda-Goler-Blount.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Linda-Goler-Blount.jpg) ###### Linda Goler Blount, MPH President, Black Women's Health Imperative ![Sharon Thompson, MD, MPH](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/drsharonthompson.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=drsharonthompson.jpg) ###### Sharon Thompson, MD, MPH Board-Certified OBGYN Board Vice Chair, Black Women's Health Imperative ![Barbara J. Brown, PhD](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Barbara-J-Brown.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Barbara-J-Brown.jpg) ###### Barbara J. Brown, PhD Clinical Psychologist, Board Chair, Black Women's Health Imperative [![meperiodscreening](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/meperiodscreening.jpg?width=1080&height=1080&name=meperiodscreening.jpg) ](https://powerinthepause.rsvpify.com/?securityToken=TESPwoHaGe4KYc1m6d3MAiruKchm8Ylm) #### WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 @ 7:00 PM ET ## National Daughters Day ##### ‘Me Period’ Advocacy Day The Black Women’s Health Imperative’s **Me Period Day** is launching this year on **National Daughters Day**, during the organization’s anniversary week. This national day of action empowers Black mothers and caregivers to help young people stay in tune with their bodies, establish healthy habits, and learn how to become their best health advocates. Join us in celebrating **Me Period Day** by watching the documentary **Me Period!** [Sign Up](https://meperiod.info/meperiodday?hsLang=en) #### SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 2 PM - 5 PM ET Atlanta, GA ## Power In The Pause ##### Reclaiming Our Power: Before, During, and After Menopause Bringing together Black women from all walks of life for an unprecedented event to reclaim our health and power through every phase of life. Come share your story and participate in vital conversations with leading experts about perimenopause and menopause, designed specifically for Black women by those who understand the journey. [RSVP TODAY](https://powerinthepause.rsvpify.com/?securityToken=TESPwoHaGe4KYc1m6d3MAiruKchm8Ylm) [![Pausersvp](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Pausersvp.jpg?width=1200&height=1200&name=Pausersvp.jpg) ](https://powerinthepause.rsvpify.com/?securityToken=TESPwoHaGe4KYc1m6d3MAiruKchm8Ylm) ## Speakers ![Dr. Jessica Shepherd](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Dr-Jessica-Shepherd.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Dr-Jessica-Shepherd.jpg) ###### Dr. Jessica Shepherd OBGYN and Menopause Expert Founder, Modern Meno Health ![Maria More](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Maria-More.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Maria-More.jpg) ###### Maria More Wellness Coach, Founder, MPowered Fitness Co-Host Rickey Smiley Morning Show ![Dr. Ayanna Abrams](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Dr-Ayanna-Abrams.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Dr-Ayanna-Abrams.jpg) ###### Dr. Ayanna Abrams Licensed Clinical Psychologist Founder, Ascension Behavioral Health ![Dr. Stephanie Young Moss](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Dr-Stephanie-Moss.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Dr-Stephanie-Moss.jpg) ###### Dr. Stephanie Young Moss Founder, Menopause in Color ![Dr. Soyini Hawkins](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Soyini-Hawkins.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Soyini-Hawkins.jpg) ###### Dr. Soyini Hawkins Board-Certified Gynecology Physician, Owner of the Fibroid and Pelvic Wellness Center of Georgia ![Linda Goler Blount, MPH](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Linda-Goler-Blount.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Linda-Goler-Blount.jpg) ###### Linda Goler Blount, MPH President, Black Women's Health Imperative ![Erin Taylor](https://bwhiweek.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/bwhiweek/Erin-Taylor.jpg?width=759&height=1100&name=Erin-Taylor.jpg) ###### Erin Taylor BWHI Lifestyle Change Coach ![Sharon E. 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