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Healing Together: A Virtual Town Hall – Join Us for a Conversation on Faith, Health, and Action Tuesday, March 4, 2025 7:30 PM EST Streaming LIVE on BalmInGilead.org, Facebook, Instagram & YouTube For 37 years, faith communities have been at the forefront of HIV awareness, prevention, and advocacy. This event will bring together faith leaders, medical experts, and community advocates to discuss HIV treatment, prevention strategies, and health equity. Discussion Topics Include: -New Trends in HIV Treatment – Antiretroviral therapies & long-acting injectables -Prevention Innovations – PrEP, new vaccines & prevention methods -Ending the HIV Epidemic – Achieving undetectable viral loads & reducing transmission -Addressing Health Equity – Improving healthcare access in marginalized communities The discussion will be interactive! Attendees can submit questions to the panelists and participate in real time. Let’s come together to break the stigma, uplift our communities, and create lasting change. 🔗 Sign up for Email Notification https://lnkd.in/edHGt52t #HealingTogether #HIVAwareness #FaithInAction #HealthEquity #NationalWeekOfPrayer #BalmInGilead

The Balm In Gilead, Inc. is proud to launch the Healthy Churches 2030 Roadmap Tour, bringing critical health resources & education to faith communities across the U.S. 📍 First Stop: Raleigh, NC! 🗓️ Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 10 AM - 2 PM 📍 Antioch Bible Fellowship 2701 Holloway Road, Raleigh, NC 27610 This FREE community health event will feature expert-led discussions, health resources, screenings, and uplifting inspiration from faith leaders, including our extraordinary, thundering host, Rev. Dr. Jamal H. Bryant. Why Attend? ✅ Think about It: What is YOUR Health Agenda? ✅ Learn about health disparities impacting the Black community ✅ Access resources to improve health outcomes for yourself & loved ones ✅ Connect with top physicians, providers & faith-based health advocates ✅ Engage with exhibitors offering FREE health materials & screenings ✅ Enjoy complimentary lunch & inspiring musical performances Together! Let’s work to bridge the gap in health disparities and create healthier communities. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/edCuwSv3 #HealthyChurches2030 #FaithAndHealth #CommunityWellness #BlackHealthMatters #HC2030Tour #PublicHealth #FaithInAction

Women’s History Month: Honoring Women in Leadership & Public Health 🌸 At The Balm In Gilead, Inc., we are proud to celebrate our founder and CEO, Dr. Pernessa C. Seele—a visionary leader, advocate, and change-maker in the fight against HIV/AIDS and health disparities. For over three decades, Dr. Seele has mobilized faith communities and public health leaders to address critical health issues impacting communities of color. Her dedication to healing, education, and empowerment continues to make a lasting impact across the globe. This Women’s History Month, we honor her leadership and the countless women who shape the future of health equity and community advocacy. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInPublicHealth #Leadership #FaithInAction #HealingCommunities #TheBalmInGilead

Advancing Black Health, One City at a Time! We are excited to announce that Rev. Dr. Jamal H. Bryant is joining Dr. Pernessa C. Seele as the official co-host of the 2025 Healthy Churches 2030 Roadmap Tour! The Roadmap Tour is a FREE, one-day, in-person health experience designed to empower faith communities, families and individuals with expert health knowledge, screenings, and practical resources. 📍 2025 TOUR DATES 🔹 March 29 – Raleigh, NC 🔹 April 26 – New Orleans, LA 🔹 May 3 – Norfolk, VA 🔹 May 31 – Columbia, SC 🔹 June 28 – Baltimore, MD Time: 10AM – 2PM Why Attend? ✅ Think About It: What is YOUR Health Agenda? ✅ Access Life-Saving Health Information from top medical professionals ✅ Engage with Experts & Exhibitors offering essential health tools ✅ Be Inspired! Experience faith-driven conversations & powerful music ✅ Take Home Free Health Resources & Giveaways ✅ Enjoy a Complimentary Lunch while learning how to protect your health equity, empowerment, and action in Black communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your health and your future! This tour isn’t just an event—it’s a movement toward health 🔗 Register today: https://lnkd.in/eBn9UsqW @PastorJamalBryant #HealthyChurches2030 #BlackHealthMatters #FaithAndWellness #HealthEquity #RoadmapTour2025

🖤✨ Black History Month may end, but the celebration of African American health pioneers and faith leaders is every day. We honor their innovation, empowerment, and progress in healthcare—365 days a year. Their contributions inspire us to continue the work toward health equity and stronger communities. Let’s carry this legacy forward together, advocating for impactful change and celebrating the leaders who make it possible. 💙 #BlackHistoryMonth #HealthEquity #FaithAndHealth #CommunityWellness

Harriet Tubman’s Legacy in Health and Freedom with Victoria Smalls | Dr. P on the Pod How does freedom connect to health, wellness, and cultural preservation? In this inspiring conversation, Victoria A. Smalls—a Gullah Geechee native of St. Helena Island, SC, is Founder & CEO of Smalls Cultural Resources, where she champions Gullah Geechee communities across the United States and their global ties to Africa’s Diaspora. With over two decades of leadership in cultural advocacy, Victoria has served as a state and federal commissioner, museum curator, and national heritage advocate, amplifying Black history and preserving Gullah Geechee heritage. In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Harriet Tubman’s impact beyond freedom fighting ✅ How health, heritage & liberation are deeply connected ✅ The importance of cultural preservation in today’s world Victoria has earned numerous accolades, including the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award and recognition as one of South Carolina’s most influential Black leaders. Her work continues to uplift communities, protect cultural heritage, and advocate for justice. Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/dDs5F7nV How do you see health and freedom intertwined in our communities today? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #DrPOnThePod #HarrietTubman #CulturalPreservation #GullahGeechee #BlackHistory #Leadership #HealthAndFreedom #EquityAndAdvocacy

Final Deadline: Submit Your Prayer Video by Midnight Tonight! ⏳ Faith leaders, this is your last chance to submit a 2-minute prayer for The National Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS. Your prayer will be a beacon of hope, education, and healing for those impacted by HIV/AIDS. 📌 Deadline: TONIGHT, February 27 at 11:59 PM EST 📤 Submit here → https://bit.ly/NWPHA2025 Let’s unite in prayer, faith, and action to support those affected and work toward health equity in our communities. Join us LIVE for our Virtual Town Hall: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 7:30 PM EST Streaming on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube https://lnkd.in/edHGt52t Together, we can heal, educate, and advocate for a future free from stigma. #NationalWeekofPrayer #FaithInAction #HealthEquity #HealingAIDS #TheBalmInGilead

Connect with Fellow Health Ministry Leaders! The Balm in Gilead Health Ministry Network is a virtual community for: 🌟 Health ministry leaders 🌟 Participants in health ministries 🌟 Senior Ministers championing health equity 💡 What We Provide: A platform for connection and collaboration Strategies to grow and strengthen your health ministry Updates on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment impacting Black communities Join us to foster connection, share strategies, and improve health for African American individuals, families, and communities. 📲 Join our Facebook group today: https://lnkd.in/ey_nQxSj #HealthMinistry #FaithAndHealth #CommunityWellness #TheBalmInGilead

Healing Together: Embracing Life & Honoring Love Join The Balm In Gilead, Inc. for a Virtual Town Hall as part of the National Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS. This impactful event will highlight the power of faith, education, and advocacy in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Tuesday, March 4, 2025 7:30 PM EST Live on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube More info: https://lnkd.in/egm8Rgw3 For 37 years, faith communities have played a vital role in breaking stigma, advocating for prevention, and uplifting those impacted by HIV/AIDS. Now, we continue this work together. Faith Leaders: We Need You! We invite you to submit a short prayer video (2 minutes max) for prevention, education, and support of those affected. Your message may be featured on our platforms. Deadline: February 27 at Midnight EST Submit here: https://bit.ly/NWPHA2025 Mark your calendars and help us spread the word! Together, we can heal, educate, and uplift communities. #HealingTogether #FaithInAction #NationalWeekofPrayer #HIVAIDSAwareness #TheBalmInGilead

🎗️ National Cancer Prevention Month: Protecting Our Communities According to the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), over 40% of cancers and nearly 50% of cancer deaths in the U.S. are linked to preventable causes such as: 🔹 Smoking 🔹 Excess body weight 🔹 Physical inactivity 🔹 Excessive sun exposure 💡 What You Can Do: Make healthy lifestyle choices Stay consistent with cancer screenings to catch it early Use vaccines to help prevent specific types of cancer Prevention and education are key to reducing cancer risk and saving lives. Let’s work together for a healthier future! 💙 #CancerPreventionMonth #HealthEquity #CommunityWellness #TheBalmInGilead