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Amplifying Diverse Voices, Ep. 6: Engaging Black Women with Lived Experience
Amplifying Diverse Voices, Ep. 6: Engaging Black Women with Lived Experience
Amplifying Diverse Voices, Ep. 6: Engaging Black Women with Lived Experience
Thursday 29th August 2024
Hear inspiring stories from Black women in recovery as they share their journeys and the impactful work they're doing in their communities.
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Episode Overview
- Black Women's Care Project addresses specific needs of Black women in recovery.
- Year-long qualitative study reveals common experiences of feeling unheard and unseen.
- Emphasis on the importance of follow-up with research participants.
- Barriers like transportation and childcare significantly impact Black women's recovery.
- Community-based approaches can effectively address these barriers.
We wanted to find out what was missing. We wanted to find out their collective experiences.
In this episode of Recovery Talk, the spotlight is on the voices of Black women who have lived through the challenges of substance use and criminal justice involvement. Hosted by Wardell Royal III from the Health Equity team, this conversation wraps up the 'Amplifying Diverse Voices' series with an inspiring panel including Annie Powell, Laurie Johnson-Wade, Angelina Smith-Wilson, Tarusa Steward, and Angela Burton. These remarkable women share their unique journeys and the transformative work they are doing in their communities.
They delve into the Black Women's Care Project, a collaborative effort aimed at understanding and addressing the specific needs of Black women in recovery. The discussion highlights the significant findings of a year-long qualitative study, revealing common experiences of feeling unheard and unseen, and the deep-seated distrust many have towards research. The guests emphasise the importance of follow-up with research participants to show that their voices matter.
They also talk about the barriers like transportation and childcare that Black women face, and how community-based approaches can make a difference. This episode is a powerful testament to the resilience and advocacy of Black women in recovery. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in health equity and peer recovery support. Why not tune in and hear these incredible stories yourself?