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The Healers are Comin': Courageous Access Black Women's Conference 2026!
Empowering and uplifting, the Courageous Access Black Women's Conference 2026 invites participants to engage in cultural healing sessions, foster sisterhood, and embrace empowerment and awareness. In October 2026, something extraordinary is about to take place in Chicago. Our inaugural Courageous Access Black Women's Conference. #CABWC2026 A circle of powerhouse Black women healers — from Washington D.C., Georgia, North Carolina, Iowa, and Panama — will step into one room to
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Dec 2, 20253 min read


Sistas, We’re Building Something Big — Save the Date!
Celebrating empowerment and unity at the Courageous Access Black Women's Conference 2026, featuring cultural healing, sisterhood, and personal growth. Hello, Beautifuls! I’m so excited to share something powerful and long in the making: our Inaugural Black Women’s Conference 2026 , hosted by Courageous Access . This isn’t just another event. It’s a declaration. It’s us reclaiming the right to heal our way. For generations, we’ve been told healing only counts if it comes in st
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Nov 9, 20254 min read


Sis, We’ve Always Been the Proof — Healing, Whole and Free
But Sis, here’s what we know: we’ve never stayed helpless for long.
We build anyway.
We rise anyway.
We mother anyway.
We lead anyway.
The grief in our bodies is real, but so is the medicine in our spirits.
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Nov 6, 20254 min read


The First of its Kind Support Group for Black Women Healing!
A joyful woman with curly hair and a nose ring smiles brightly in an office setting. Dear Sisters, As we honor the ending of Mental...
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May 25, 20252 min read


Sexual Awareness Month is Here - We Got a Lot for You!
This is a combined logo for SAAM2025 (Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2025) and Courageous Access. The are these words written in black:...
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Apr 1, 20253 min read


Empowerment through the Arts™: Who's it For, Anyway?
If you've heard about Courageous Access for any length of time at all, Sis, you've heard about Empowerment through the Arts™! But have...
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Mar 30, 20252 min read


Join Us for the 3rd Annual Empowerment Arts Showcase!
Beautifuls, it’s that time of year again! We are thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual Empowerment Arts Showcase—an event designed to uplift,
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Oct 4, 20243 min read


Hardships Happen: A Newly Located Resource
Statistics indicate that 98-99% of domestic violence (DV) survivors experience financial abuse. We also know that over 40% of Black women...
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Jul 28, 20241 min read


Elevating Voices: Supporting Black Domestic Violence Survivors During National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April marks National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about sexual violence and its impact on...
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Apr 23, 20242 min read


Empowering Black Women Through Healthy Living: The Story of Angela Mickens
Today we’re sharing a story of Black women’s empowerment from our own backyard! Angela Mickens is a nurse, Black women’s health advocate,...
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Feb 29, 20241 min read


Empowerment in the Face of Pain: The Story of Christy Sims
While there is a lot of pain associated with our histories as Black Women, Black History Month is also an incredible opportunity to...
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Feb 12, 20242 min read


Courageous Fire Featured in the Black Iowa Newspaper
We are incredibly excited to share that our Founding Executive Director, Courageous Fire, is a featured author in the Black Iowa...
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Feb 7, 20241 min read


Unraveling the Layers of Victim Blaming and Shaming in Domestic Violence
Despite efforts to address domestic violence in the world, myths and misconceptions are still present, perpetuating a culture of victim...
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Dec 12, 20233 min read


Navigating Domestic Abuse, Self-Care, and the Holidays: A Guide to Prioritizing Your Well-Being
The holidays are often portrayed as a time of joy, peace, and togetherness, but for so many, it isn’t so. For many, this time of year...
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Nov 20, 20233 min read


Empowerment Arts Showcase: A Celebration of Resilience and Healing for Black DV Survivors
In a world where resilience and healing often mesh with the power of art and community support, the 2nd Annual Empowerment Art Showcase...
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Oct 30, 20232 min read


Navigating the Therapist Relationship: Red Flags and Finding the Right Fit
When it comes to our mental health and well-being, finding the right therapist isn’t always an easy, one-time choice. Much like dating,...
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Oct 22, 20234 min read


Celebrating the Empowerment Arts Showcase for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
In a world where we, as Black women, often find ourselves at the crossroads of adversity and strength, there's an undeniable magic that...
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Oct 8, 20232 min read


Financial Abuse: How to Recognize it and How You Can Help
Financial abuse is a silent but powerful weapon used by abusers to maintain control and power in their relationships. While it may not...
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Sep 17, 20233 min read


You Deserve Black Women's Health Resources
In the intricate tapestry of Black women’s health, there exist threads that intertwine mental health, parenting, relationships, physical...
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Sep 5, 20235 min read


Navigating the Complexities of Parenting - Things Our Kids Want Us to Know
Black parenting has always been a challenging journey, but when you factor in the impact of domestic violence on a family, and for a lot...
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Aug 20, 20233 min read
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