W.O.M.E.N. On A Journey – Our 2013 Spring/Summer Newsletter
A bit of time has gone by since the last edition of ‘W.O.M.E.N. On A Journey’, and what a journey we are on. There have been a lot of exciting changes, additions, and ideas going on in and out of the office and we are all very excited for this next chapter of the organization. In keeping with our mission, W.O.M.E.N. has been a part of numerous health fairs and festivals throughout the community. We have formed wonderful new partnerships and are conducting on-site health screens and counseling in addition to our other services. As you will read further in this edition, we also have a number of new campaigns that are shaping up to not only change our organization, but change the lives of those we touch.
Please click HERE to view our 2013 Spring/Summer Newsletter!
My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph – Available NOW
With FIVE STARS on www.amazon.com, My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph is available now! Considered “a must read” by one reviewer, “Catherine not only delivers a powerful message, but one that is heartfelt, honest and impactful. It is one of the most important messages that a woman (or man) could witness.”
Just like her previous work, Catherine Wyatt-Morley has poured her heart into this book using every bit of strength she has. Catherine went through a cycle of internalizing and self-educating, before she gained the strength for helping others. Desperately seeking sanity in an insane diagnosis, she took control of her life through the pages of her first book, AIDS Memoir Journal of an HIV Positive Mother written to her children and in 2005, Catherine joined Ian Mayo-Smith in writing a second book, entitled Positive People: Combating HIV and AIDS (Trafford Publishing).
In AIDS as in many other diseases both physical and psychological, the most successful prevention efforts aim not just at informing people, but also at changing social norms. Catherine’s life and W.O.M.E.N. carry out both of those tasks. Catherine hopes to remain at the forefront in the fight against HIV/AIDS and fervently believes that before the sun sets on another child’s dreams, HIV must be eliminated. “I can say that she not only writes the message, but she LIVES the message each day as she strives past her own struggles to educate and impact others.” – amazon.com review of My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph.
My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph is available HERE in paperback and Kindle version
Pick up your copy today!
National HIV Testing Day is June 27, let W.O.M.E.N. Help you KNOW YOUR STATUS!
This year not only marks the 19th year of the inception of W.O.M.E.N., but also the 19th anniversary of National HIV Testing Day, the perfect time to take advantage of TWO tools in HIV prevention. This Thursday, June 27, 2013, Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition will be conducting FREE and CONFIDENTIAL HIV Testing from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. In addition to testing, we will provide integral information, resources, and one on one counseling to inform and educate those who are interested as well as complimentary refreshments for all participants!
Today, it is estimated that every 9.5 minutes, someone in the United States is infected with HIV. According to aids.gov, over 1 million people in the United States are infected with HIV while an astonishing 1 in 5 people living with HIV are unaware of their infection. Don’t let yourself become a statistic and take advantage of what is being offered to you right in your very backyard. Take control of your life and know your status, all it takes is 20 minutes and a quick, painless swab of your mouth.
Can’t make it to W.O.M.E.N. on the 27th? NO PROBLEM! We offer free AND confidential HIV testing and counseling Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 p.m. We take appointments and walk-ins, there are NO EXCUSES!
East Side Story to Host Book Signing for Catherine Wyatt-Morley’s Latest Book: My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph
Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition (W.O.M.E.N.) Founder and Chief Executive Officer Catherine Wyatt-Morley will hold a signing for her third book, My Life with AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph, on Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. at East Side Story at 1008 Woodland St., Unit B, Nashville, Tenn.
“My Life with AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph addresses difficulties facing minorities, women, and children with HIV/AIDS and the families who are both infected and affected by the disease.” said Wyatt-Morley. “It sounds the alarm to those minorities, women and children at risk of contracting the infection. HIV/AIDS has touched my life in more ways than I could have ever imagined. Here I share the ways the disease has touched me, my children and others.”
Wyatt-Morley’s efforts have been honored with a plaque in the Women’s National Hall of Fame. She received SELF Magazine‘s Women Doing Good award, which honors women changing the world for the better. W.O.M.E.N. is the only 19 year old HIV/AIDS social service, community-based agency founded, organized and administered by an African American mother living with AIDS in Tennessee.
“By letting readers into the lives and inner thoughts of HIV-positive women, Catherine empowers women everywhere, demonstrating the way forward,” says Wendy Horn, PhD., President and Principal Writer, Insight Communications Group. “Her book is enlightening, entertaining, educational, and always moving.”
The event is free and open to the public!
See you this Friday on the Bridge!
There are just TWO days until W.O.M.E.N. will be celebrating Catherine Wyatt-Morley’s latest book, My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph at Book on the Bridge!
Book on the Bridge will take place THIS Friday, June 21, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. on the Renaissance Hotel pedestrian bridge (611 Commerce Street, Downtown Nashville).
Guests will be able to purchase My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph and have the opportunity to have it signed by Catherine Wyatt-Morley!
Special Guests include:
State Representative, Brenda Gilmore
Theodora Pinnock, M.D.
and Entertainment by Keith Floyd!
Please call W.O.M.E.N. at 615-256-3882 if you have any questions regarding Book on the Bridge
This event is FREE and open to the public. All proceeds from Book on the Bridge will go to 501 (c)3 W.O.M.E.N.
Four Days Left Until Book on the Bridge!
There are only four days left until W.O.M.E.N.’s celebration of Catherine Wyatt Morley’s new book,
My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph.
Catherine Wyatt Morley’s third book is now available and it’s time to celebrate! Book on the Bridge will take place this Friday, June 21, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Hotel pedestrian bridge. This event is FREE and open to the public! Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments while listening to keynote speaker State Representative, Brenda Gilmore and the author of the foreword of My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph, Theodora Pinnock, M.D. In addition, Catherine Wyatt-Morley will be signing copies of her book!
My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph is now available on www.amazon.com!
Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, 6/8/13
Because June 8, 2013 is Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, it is important to recognize the startling facts about the demoralizing impact HIV/AIDS is having on the Caribbean American communities all over the world. According to the Caribbean People International Collective, Inc., surveys of Caribbean American communities reveal significant health disparities and have identified HIV/AIDS and inadequate access to health care as a major health issue in this population.
People of color now account for a greater proportion of AIDS cases reported. A close examination of the U.S. AIDS cases over the past decade reveals that HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among African American between the ages of 25-44, according to the Centers for Disease Control. It is important to note that African-American are often viewed as one group, there is, in fact, a wide variety of populations in the US included under this heading are upper class, lower class, Christian, Muslim, inner city, suburban, descendants of slaves and recent Caribbean immigrants all come under the African-American heading.
A high rate of migration between the Caribbean and the United States creates potential public health implications for the delivery of care and treatment services for Caribbeans living with HIV/AIDS in the United States. Poor health, premature death and AIDS have challenged the extended Caribbean-American family in every part of the country to find new reservoirs of compassion, to increase our political voices, confront many difficult issues such as drug use, sexuality, poor health care which for generations, have been deemed unmentionable. The spiritual lives of our communities have been tested to its core as religious leaders reach out to advocate with families who have suffered stigma and exclusion.
You are Invited to Join W.O.M.E.N. at ‘Book on the Bridge’
Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition to Host “Book on the Bridge”
Celebrating Catherine Wyatt-Morley’s Latest Book: My Life With AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph
Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition (W.O.M.E.N.) Founder and Chief Executive Officer Catherine Wyatt-Morley will hold a signing for her third book, My Life with AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph on Friday, June 21, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. on the Renaissance Hotel pedestrian bridge at 611 Commerce St., Nashville, Tenn.
“My Life with AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph addresses difficulties facing minorities, women, and children with HIV/AIDS and the families who are both affected and effected by the disease.” said Wyatt-Morley. “It also sounds the alarm to those minorities, women and children at risk of contracting the infection. HIV/AIDS has touched my life in more ways than I could have ever imagined. Here I share the ways the disease has touched me, my children and others.”
W.O.M.E.N will host an evening of celebration to honor Wyatt-Morley on My Life with AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph. The event is free and open to the public, and will take place on the pedestrian bridge connecting the Renaissance Hotel and the Nashville Public Library parking garage. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be offered. Music will be performed by Keith Floyd, as well as moments of inspiration shared by keynote speaker, State Representative Brenda Gilmore, author of the foreword of My Life with AIDS, Tragedy to Triumph, Theodora Pinnock, M.D. as well as Catherine Wyatt Morley.
“By letting readers into the lives and inner thoughts of HIV-positive women, she empowers women everywhere, demonstrating the way forward,” says Wendy Horn, PhD., President and Principal Writer, Insight Communications Group. “Catherine’s book is in turn enlightening, entertaining, educational, and always moving.”
W.O.M.E.N. is the only 19 year old HIV/AIDS social service, community-based agency founded, organized and administered by an African American mother living with AIDS in Tennessee. Catherine’s efforts have been honored with a plaque in the Women’s National Hall of Fame and she is a recipient of SELF Magazine‘s ‘Women Doing Good’ award, which honors women changing the world for the better.
Grant Writing Position Available with W.O.M.E.N.
Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition is looking to fill the position of Grant Writer. This position will be responsible for writing proposals for both unrestricted operating revenue and restricted projects as well as for submitting timely and accurate reports for all existing grant funded projects. This is a part time position with the potential to become full time depending upon resources acquired.
Major Responsibilities:
- Write and edit proposals in response to foundation, corporate and government RFP’s
- Manage a calendar of both unrestricted and restricted deadlines
- Attend applicable resource development meetings
- Maintain a clear understanding of the organization’s history and programs
- Make appointments with foundation officers
- Identify potential funders
- Produce letters of intent and proposals for submission
- Develop professional working relationships with private and public funder contacts and monitors
Requirements:
- Proven experience in writing successful proposals, particularly federal proposals, in one or more of the following areas: Economic Development, Family Support Services, HIV/AIDS Services, Housing Services and Food Services
- Ability to analyze present data in a compelling manner
- Strong familiarity with government and foundation contract/grant proposals
- Ability to manage time and multiple projects efficiently
- Excellent attention to detail; ability to proofread effectively
- Ability to work in a team environment and be self-directed
- Strong computer and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and meet multiple deadlines
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive proposals
- Strong editing skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors
- Strong contributor in team environments
Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years experience with grant writing
- Previous experience with non-profit fundraising
- Experience working in deadline-driven environments
- Able to work well in a team environment, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines
- Able to monitor and meet income goals
DIRECTIONS FOR APPLYING: Send resume, salary requirements and cover letter detailing how your experience and skills fit this position, as well as a written grant submission sample which you prepared to [email protected]
Office Closure in Honor of Memorial Day
W.O.M.E.N.’s offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2013 in honor of Memorial Day.
We will re-open Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 8:00 a.m.
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