Resources
- Birthing Beautiful Communities - Birthing Beautiful Communities (BBC) is a community of birth workers, or doulas, primarily providing social support to pregnant women at highest risk for infant mortality during the perinatal period.
- Black Girl Health Foundation - Focuses on improving the health of women of color through education, engagement, and empowerment, with programs like the College Ambassador Program and health and wellness conferences.
- Black Women's Political Action Committee (Cleveland) - Founded to increase the political involvement and influence of Black women in Cleveland, this group supports political candidates and initiatives that address the concerns and aspirations of Black women.
- Cleveland Rape Crisis Center - This center provides support, counseling, and advocacy for survivors of rape and sexual abuse, with specific programs aimed at supporting women and girls.
- Dress for Success Cleveland - Aimed at empowering women by providing them with professional attire, development tools, and a network of support to help them achieve economic independence.
- Girls Inc. of Greater Cleveland - Focused on young girls, this organization provides mentorship, educational programs, and activities designed to build skills, confidence, and advocacy in young women.
- National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Greater Cleveland Chapter - This organization works as change agents to influence policy that promotes gender equity in health, education, and economic empowerment for Black women and girls.
- New Voices for Reproductive Justice - Based in Ohio and Pennsylvania, this organization engages in advocacy and community organizing to support Black women and their families in areas like reproductive justice, environmental justice, and voting rights.
- Project Noir Cleveland - An initiative by Enlightened Solutions, Project Noir seeks feedback from Black women in Northeast Ohio to assess changes in their living conditions, professional environments, and healthcare systems since 2020.
- The Women's Center of Greater Cleveland - This organization offers comprehensive services tailored to women’s needs, including career counseling, educational programs, and support groups for personal development and empowerment.
- United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland - They provide financial assistance to local, grassroots service agencies that serve children, families, and seniors in Greater Cleveland, focusing on strengthening the capacity of organizations that serve African American and impoverished communities.
- Village of Healing - The Village of Healing Center is dedicated to providing high-quality health care services that cater to the social and cultural needs of our patients, ultimately enhancing health outcomes and optimizing the quality of care to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities.
- WomenSafe - WomenSafe offers emergency shelter and support services for women and children who are victims of domestic violence, as well as educational outreach programs to increase community awareness of the issue.
- Woman Up Cleveland - This organization celebrates womanhood through events that support community, education, philanthropy, and local business, offering a network that connects women to resources and opportunities.
- YWCA Greater Cleveland - YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. They offer various programs that support women's health, safety, and economic advancement.