Accelerating change & strengthening resilience in Black communities through leadership building, creating our own tables, & developing partnerships w/ allies
We mourn the loss of Mayor Debose, a dedicated advocate for Black communities, executive director of the Independence Heights Redevelopment Council, and founding member of Black Resilience Network. Her leadership shaped policies preserving Black history and resilience.
Black communities are often left out of disaster response. The Black Resilience Operations Center coordinates resources, training & mental health support before, during & after emergencies.
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We deliver fresh and shelf-stable groceries to 130+ Black elders and families in Boston, ensuring they have the support they need.
Laureatha Duncan shared how this program made a real difference, especially during the pandemic.
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The #MarshallFire devastated Colorado in December 2021, destroying over 1,000 homes and businesses. Dr. Atyia Martin joined the FEMA Vanguard Crisis Leadership Fellowship to witness recovery efforts firsthand.
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Stories shape how we grow and lead. https://t.co/uIhfYuKnyM connects underestimated voices, amplifies lived experiences, and offers tools to advance racial equity.
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#RacialEquity#Leadership
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re highlighting Black-led Black Resilience Network groups creating change. Building Audacity fights food injustice by expanding access to fresh food, nutrition education, and agricultural training.
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#EnvironmentalJustice
Black communities face disproportionate exposure to pollution and toxic waste, leading to higher rates of asthma, lead poisoning, and other health risks. Climate justice means prioritizing solutions led by those most affected.
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A survey of participants in the Resilience Summer Program revealed the topics they found most exciting were learning about disasters, filmmaking, and social justice.
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#EmergencyPreparedness#YouthLeadership#DisasterResilience
Systemic racism and classism leave Black communities more vulnerable to disasters, from health disparities to economic barriers. Resilience efforts must prioritize those most affected, ensuring resources and leadership reflect real needs.
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https://t.co/uIhfYuKnyM is a space designed for connection and collective action. It’s a tool for organizations, leaders, and community members to align efforts, strengthen partnerships, and create real impact.
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Altadena, once a thriving haven for Black families, has faced devastating losses, erasing not just homes but a rich cultural history.
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#Califire
Black Resilience Network, Robeson County Disaster Recovery Coalition (RCDRC), and The United Cajun Navy help to preposition critical supplies, support local resilience, and improve recovery efforts in Lumberton, NC.
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Through storytelling and interviews, our young people created films on climate change to shed light on the human toll of natural disasters and the disproportionate impact on Black, Brown, and low-income communities.
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Through storytelling and interviews, our young people created films on climate change to shed light on the human toll of natural disasters and the disproportionate impact on Black, Brown, and low-income communities.
Want to learn more ? Visit: https://t.co/b7sYE0nMiG
One year from the 2022 Lincoln Heights fire in Weed, CA, the community reflected on rebuilding and healing. With support from the Black Resilience Network, residents accessed virtual mental health care.
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One year from the 2022 Lincoln Heights fire in Weed, CA, the community reflected on rebuilding and healing. With support from the Black Resilience Network, residents accessed virtual mental health care.
📖 Read more: https://t.co/07G78DHNKT
One year from the 2022 Lincoln Heights fire in Weed, CA, the community reflected on rebuilding and healing. With support from the Black Resilience Network, residents accessed virtual mental health care.
📖 Read more: https://t.co/07G78DHNKT
One year from the 2022 Lincoln Heights fire in Weed, CA, the community reflected on rebuilding and healing. With support from the Black Resilience Network, residents accessed virtual mental health care.
📖 Read more: https://t.co/07G78DHNKT
One year from the 2022 Lincoln Heights fire in Weed, CA, the community reflected on rebuilding and healing. With support from the Black Resilience Network, residents accessed virtual mental health care.
📖 Read more: https://t.co/07G78DHNKT
One year from the 2022 Lincoln Heights fire in Weed, CA, the community reflected on rebuilding and healing. With support from the Black Resilience Network, residents accessed virtual mental health care.
📖 Read more: https://t.co/07G78DHNKT