Get ready to make an impact this GivingTuesday! FIERCE Advocates is thrilled to relaunch the Community Education Leadership Institute (CELI) on December 3rd, empowering local voices and strengthening community leadership. CELI trains parents, caregivers, and youth leaders to champion education, health, and wellness, equipping them with critical advocacy skills for real change. Join us in supporting CELI this GivingTuesday—every donation helps fund stipends for our fellows, ensuring financial barriers don’t stand in the way of leadership. Let’s empower change together and support the next generation of community leaders!

Learn how Black doulas are addressing the maternal care crisis in Black communities. FIERCE Advocates' CoCo Doulas program trains community-based doulas to provide culturally sensitive, empowering support for Black mothers, improving birth outcomes and ensuring safe, dignified care for Black families.

Discover wellness tips rooted in cultural pride with FIERCE Advocates. From nutrient-rich soul food staples to vibrant Latinx and Indigenous dishes, we offer practical advice for families of color to embrace healthy eating, mindful traditions, and family-centered wellness practices that celebrate heritage and health.

At FIERCE Advocates, we recognize the unique mental health challenges faced by communities of color. From systemic inequalities to cultural stigmas, we explore these issues and provide valuable resources to promote mental health awareness and resilience. Learn about our support programs, personal stories, and strategies to foster mental well-being in diverse cultural settings.

At FIERCE Advocates, we're empowering parents to become leaders in their communities. Leadership goes beyond titles—it's about making meaningful change. Explore practical strategies, resources, and programs that help parents strengthen their leadership skills and drive positive outcomes in education, health, and social justice.

Unveiling Racial Disparities in Maternal Health
Black women in the U.S. are over three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women, a staggering reflection of systemic racism in healthcare. These disparities in maternal care also extend to prenatal access and infant mortality. FIERCE Advocates is committed to birth justice, advocating for equitable healthcare and supporting Black mothers through initiatives like the CoCo Doula program. Join us in the fight for maternal health equity to ensure every mother receives the care, respect, and support they deserve.

At the Black Village Network, joy and healing are not just goals—they are the foundation of our work. By creating culturally authentic spaces where Black community members can connect, heal, and contribute, we foster a sustainable ecosystem of empowerment. Participants evolve from receiving support to becoming leaders, actively pouring back into their community and co-creating a brighter future for Black families.

Maria Teresa Franco's journey with FIERCE Advocates’ life coaching program highlights the power of culturally responsive support in fostering resilience and empowerment. Through personalized coaching that honors her cultural background, Maria gained the confidence to navigate crises and better support her family. 'Thanks to FIERCE, I now feel empowered,' Maria shared, emphasizing how this support extends beyond her to uplift her entire community. Her story reflects the transformative impact of life coaching that equips individuals with the tools to thrive and make a lasting difference in their lives and the lives of those around them.

In Contra Costa County, birth experiences are being reshaped by FIERCE Advocates' CoCo Doulas program, a dedicated team of Black women empowering families through pregnancy and childbirth. These doulas offer more than just physical support during labor; they provide crucial emotional care and help Black families navigate healthcare systems that too often fail them. By offering culturally sensitive, compassionate care, CoCo Doulas are addressing disparities in maternal health and advocating for birth justice. Their work is vital in reducing the alarming maternal mortality rate faced by Black mothers, ensuring families receive the dignified and equitable care they deserve.