The National Black Women's Health Project, Inc, based in Washington, DC, is the first and only national non-profit organization dedicated to achieving health equity for Black women globally. Founded in 1983 by Byllye Y. Avery, the organization leads health policy, education, research, and communications to improve the health outcomes of Black women through evidence-based strategies and bold new programs.
Under the leadership of President Linda Goler Blount, MPH, the organization focuses on promoting the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of African American women and girls, addressing concerns and inequities on a national level. Through signature programs like Change Your Lifestyle. Change Your Life and partnerships with influential figures, BWHI aims to eliminate barriers to wellness and increase the number of healthy Black women in the U.S.
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