We educate and empower women of African descent affected by diseases of the reproductive system.

RSP's Mission Statement

The Resilient Sisterhood Project’s mission is to educate and empower women of African descent regarding common, yet rarely discussed, diseases of the reproductive system that disproportionately affect them. We approach these diseases and associated issues through a cultural and social justice lens—as we believe that poor knowledge of reproductive health is primarily related to health, racial, and socioeconomic disparities.

Upcoming Events

Part One: Understanding Menopause

Friday, October 24, 2025

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET

Zoom

Join the Resilient Sisterhood Project for the first session of our two-part workshop series exploring menopause and its connection to endometrial cancer. During this hour, we will work together on closing knowledge gaps around menopause, discussing the stages of menopause, common symptoms and health concerns, treatment options like menopausal hormone therapy, and more. All are welcome to learn, ask questions, and gain practical insights about menopause.

Opening Reception: Call and Response: A Narrative of Reverence to Our Foremothers in Gynecology

Saturday, October 25, 2025

3:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET

Countway Library, 695 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115

All are invited to join the Resilient Sisterhood Project for an afternoon of live music, powerful artwork, and insightful conversations as we mark the opening of our groundbreaking art exhibition, Call and Response: A Narrative of Reverence to Our Foremothers in Gynecology, at Harvard Medical School's Countway Library.

Part Two: Understanding Endometrial Cancer

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET

Zoom

Join the Resilient Sisterhood Project for the second session of our two-part workshop series exploring menopause and endometrial cancer. This workshop will focus on better understanding endometrial cancer through conversation on topics like postmenopausal bleeding, key risk factors, the diagnosis and treatment process, and ways to advocate for yourself in medical settings. All are welcome to deepen their knowledge about endometrial cancer and feel empowered in navigating care.

"Rest and self-care are so important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.”
- Eleanor Brownn

RSP brings an expansive definition to and understanding of the word “women” to include transgender women, cisgender women, gender queer, and gender non-conforming people who have a female reproductive system. We believe that everyone should have access to important information regarding the reproductive health and rights of people with female reproductive systems.

Find the reproductive health information you need…

Being informed about important reproductive health issues is beneficial to your general health. In addition, having a healthcare provider you trust to answer your questions can be critical in addressing your health concerns.

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Our webinars offer insightful and relevant information surrounding matters of reproductive health/rights and social justice.

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Explore the stories and artwork that highlight the history of Black women’s reproductive health/rights and contributions to science and medicine.

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