--- title: BWHI 40th Homecoming description: CONVENE WITH US IN CELEBRATION OF OUR 40TH ANNIVERSARY! WE WILL RETURN TO OUR ROOTS WITH “HOMECOMING” DINNER & DANCING CELEBRATIONS. --- [![BWHI 40 Anniversary Logo](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hubfs/logo_anniversary.png) ![BWHI 40 Anniversary mobile Logo](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hubfs/logo_anniversary.png) ](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org) - [Purchase Tickets - Washington D.C.](https://give.bwhi.org/event/40th-homecoming-dc/e512651) - [Purchase Tickets - Los Angeles](https://give.bwhi.org/event/40th-homecoming-la/e512649) - [Builders of the Movement](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/builders) - [State of Black Women Symposium](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/science-summit) - [Apply for a Scholarship](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/scholarship) - [* * ](https://www.facebook.com/BlackWomensHealthImperative/) - [* * ](https://twitter.com/blkwomenshealth) - [* * ](https://www.instagram.com/blkwomenshealth/) - [* * ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-women%27s-health-imperative/) - [* * ](https://www.youtube.com/c/BlackWomensHealthImperative) # Celebrating 40 Years of Loving Black Women We cordially invite you to join us in celebrating our 40th anniversary on behalf of our respected founder, Byllye Y. Avery, our President, Linda Goler Blount, MPH, and our dedicated Board of Directors.  But wait, there's more...  We're excited to also present the BWHI “State of Black Women Symposium" in conjunction with our incredible 40th Anniversary! [Purchase Anniversary Tickets](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org#tickets) [Register for the Symposium](https://give.bwhi.org/event/40th-homecoming/e484894/register/new/select-tickets) ![linda_byllye](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/linda_byllye.png?width=1000&height=1000&name=linda_byllye.png) ## 40th Homecoming Celebrations We are celebrating four decades of unrelenting devotion to the well-being, empowerment, and health of Black women. Tickets for this event are $125 each, but we have set aside a limited number of free tickets for individuals who apply for our scholarships. Semi-formal or formal attire.    **Scroll below to apply for scholarship tickets.** [![Los Angeles](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/la.jpg?width=400&height=250&name=la.jpg) ](https://give.bwhi.org/event/40th-homecoming-la/e512649) ### Los Angeles 6:30-11pm Event (Awards, Dinner, Entertainment) NeueHouse Hollywood, 6121 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 [Buy Tickets](https://give.bwhi.org/event/40th-homecoming-la/e512649) ![vanguard](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/vanguard.jpg?width=2000&height=1089&name=vanguard.jpg) ### Vanguard Award Recipients BWHI is delighted to announce two distinguished 2023 BWHI Vanguard Award recipients: Rev. Sarah Jakes Roberts and Sheryl Lee Ralph. Both Rev. Sarah Jakes Roberts and Sheryl Lee Ralph have exemplified the true spirit of the BWHI Vanguard Award by working as ambassadors for BWHI, spreading a critical and culturally tailored message to help women live healthier, happier lives. Their contributions have transformed and saved lives, aligning with the award's core mission. ### We will celebrate our four decades of impact in: ![Reproductive justice](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Reproductive-Justice.png?width=400&height=400&name=Reproductive-Justice.png) #### Reproductive Justice ![Maternal Health](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Maternal-health.png?width=400&height=400&name=Maternal-health.png) #### Maternal health ![Chronic disease](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Chronic-disease.png?width=400&height=400&name=Chronic-disease.png) #### Chronic disease ![Cancer research](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Cancer-research.png?width=400&height=400&name=Cancer-research.png) #### Cancer research and screenings ![Provider & policy change](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Provider-policy.png?width=400&height=400&name=Provider-policy.png) #### Provider & policy change ![College and youth programs](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/College-programs.png?width=400&height=400&name=College-programs.png) #### College and youth programs ### Builders of the Movement The Black Women's Health Imperative (BWHI) recognizes our "Builders of the Movement," those who were foundational to creating the National Black Woman's Health Project (now-renamed BWHI) mission of fostering a society in which all Black women and girls can achieve their full potential in all spheres of life. [Meet the Builders](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/builders?hsLang=en) ![Beige & Grey Minimalist Aesthetic Simple Grid Photo Collage (2000 × 2000 px) (2000 × 1250 px)](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Beige%20%26%20Grey%20Minimalist%20Aesthetic%20Simple%20Grid%20Photo%20Collage%20(2000%20%C3%97%202000%20px)%20(2000%20%C3%97%201250%20px).png?width=2000&height=1250&name=Beige%20%26%20Grey%20Minimalist%20Aesthetic%20Simple%20Grid%20Photo%20Collage%20(2000%20%C3%97%202000%20px)%20(2000%20%C3%97%201250%20px).png) ## The State of Black Women Symposium Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) celebrated its 40th  anniversary with the launch of its first State of Black Women (SOBW)  symposium. The event was held at BWHI’s birthplace, Spelman  College in Atlanta, and featured panel discussions, white paper presentations, and keynote speakers from the scientific and medical communities.  And, we will look toward the future with a new call to action in the fight for reproductive justice! Our celebrations will feature local artists, musicians, and thought leaders. And we will honor grassroots leaders with BWHI signature awards. And, In honor of our 40th anniversary, BWHI will offer 40 scholarships (8 per city) to cover the full cost of the ticket to our gala events.  ![Purchase-Tickets-3](https://www.40thhomecoming.bwhi.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Purchase-Tickets-3.jpg?width=1000&height=1000&name=Purchase-Tickets-3.jpg) ### Purchase Tickets Register to attend as many celebrations as you wish… Space is limited, so act now. 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