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foundations to freedom: a research project
foundations to freedom: a research project

the Collective seeks to explore the profound impact of sustained financial assistance on the stability, well-being, and long-term success of Black women. through Foundations to Freedom, we will examine how 6 to 12 months of rent assistance can alleviate economic strain, creating a foundation for lasting transformation. Black women disproportionately face economic and social challenges that heighten chronic stress, making it difficult to secure stable housing, access quality mental health care, and focus on their future goals.

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brianne patrice’s motherhood journey shows why we should un-romanticize maternity
brianne patrice’s motherhood journey shows why we should un-romanticize maternity

brianne patrice’s journey through motherhood has been marked by her daughter’s chronic illness and the systemic challenges Black mothers face. patrice's daughter was diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, leading to complex medical, familial, and legal battles, including a wrongful CPS case and a custody dispute. patrice highlights how society romanticizes motherhood, ignoring the harsh realities many Black mothers endure. her experience with her daughter’s illness and the weaponization of CPS underscores the need for broader support for Black mothers (and women) navigating these systems.

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