In honor of Women’s History Month, the Medgar Evers College Women’s HerStory Month Committee (MEC WHMC), proudly presents Reframing Patriotism: Celebrating the Contributions of Women of Color. Join us, as we offer the campus and surrounding community a series of events that celebrate the achievements of women of color, and highlight how these women have historically resisted and subverted marginalization while simultaneously being at the forefront of political, social, and educational advancement.
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A DAY OF WOMEN’S WELLNESS
This virtual day of women’s wellness activities will feature yoga instructors, make-up artists, and experts who will help attendees gain a better understanding of mental health and wellness issues that..Read More
COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES
This virtual panel discussion will focus on the experiences of women of color who are also artists and include cartoonists, graphic designers, curators, and editors. Panelists will discuss how being..Read More
THE NINTH ANNUAL SHIRLEY CHISHOLM CONFERENCE: GENDER, ACTIVISM, & SOCIAL JUSTICE
With the historic election of Kamala Harris, the first woman as well as the first Black and South Asian woman, as the 49th U.S. Vice President of the United States,..Read More
THE TRUTHTELLERS
This program will focus on historical patterns that have shaped the relationship between Black women and society. The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Maria DeLongoria, Historian and Chair of..Read More
THE INFLUENCERS
This event will feature social media influencers, Noemie Gaines (@noemiegaines) and Tiffany Johnson (@influencebytiffany). Both women will discuss image and branding, and help attendees gain a better understanding of the..Read More
THE HEALERS
This virtual panel, moderated by Dr. Shirley Daniels, Chair of the Department of Nursing, will feature women in healthcare who will share their experiences combatting the COVID-19 pandemic, and dis-..Read More
THE POWWER!™️ SERIES FEATURING BLAIR IMANI
THE POWWER!™️ (Passionate Outstanding Women Who Effortlessly Rock!) was created to highlight extraordinary women who have advanced their field(s) while simultaneously serving and shaping their communities. This virtual discussion will be moderated by POWWER!TM founder..Read More