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.
Purpose and…
Live purposefully. You only have one life to get it right. You were born, you live and then you die. Time moves quickly. Time ticks into days, traveling into weeks, progressing into months, falling into years, running into decades. What did you do with the time between ticking, traveling, progressing, falling and running?
When life happens and your midnight hour comes and your mind becomes the battlefield and your body weakens under the pressure and the winds pierce your soul and the storms of life cause torrential downpours and difficulty becomes your second skin and your blood boils in despair and everything seems to come against you and heartbreak rocks your world and the pit of down consumes you and up is located on another planet, live purposefully.
At the end of life material wealth will all be put on a shelf. All that stuff -diamonds, gold, silver- we just can’t get enough- cars, houses, clothes and even your cherished bling won’t mean a thing.
What will matter will be who’s life you made richer, deeper, stronger, meaningful. Empowerment with a purpose! Who will remember you when you are gone? When your last breath has been drawn and you lay hands crossed and the music stops and the dirt covers your hole in the ground and the flowers have withered away and the time between ticking, traveling, progressing, falling and running has passed, did you live purposefully? Each of us has a purpose, a destiny.
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]
Think Healthy, Swim Healthy, BE HEALTHY!
With the cold weather behind us and summer quickly approaching, everyone is ready to pack up that beach bag, lather on the sunscreen, and head to their favorite spot to relax – the water! Swimming is one of the most popular sport activities in the United States, not only offering refreshing fun but a variety of healthy benefits. From physical to mental benefits, swimming is a good choice all around. Though, in between the games of Marco-Polo and lounging the day away on your favorite raft, few people recognize that pools and other recreational water venues are also places where germs can spread and injuries can happen. Having fun while you swim means knowing how to prevent recreational water illnesses, and we have the perfect tips for you to stay healthy, safe, and happy in the water!
According to the Center for Disease Control, Recreational water illnesses (RWIs) are caused by germs spread by swallowing, breathing in mists or aerosols of, or having contact with contaminated water in swimming pools, hot tubs/spas, interactive fountains, lakes, rivers, or oceans. RWIs can also be caused by chemicals in the water or chemicals that evaporate from the water and trigger indoor air quality problems. In addition to illnesses, injuries — such as drowning and slips, trips, and falls — can occur in or around the water. It is important to remember that contrary to popular belief, chlorine and other disinfectants do NOT kill germs instantly. In fact, once germs enter the pool, it can take anywhere from minutes to days for chlorine to kill them.
With the number of recreational water injuries on the rise, swimmers need to take an active role in protecting themselves and their fellow swimmers and prevent the spread of germs. Below are simple tips to help protect yourself and those around you.
- Shower with soap before swimming
- Take a bathroom break every 60 minutes
- Wash your hands after using the toilet and/or changing diapers
- Don’t swallow the water you swim in
Parents of young children should take a few extra steps..
- Take children on bathroom breaks every 60 minutes
- Check diapers every 30 minutes
- Change diapers in the bathroom or diaper changing area and NOT poolside where germs can travel into the water
Equally dangerous to germs, drowning is the leading cause of injury death for children ages 1-4. Every day, 10 people die from drowning; 2 of those 10 are children under the age of 15 years. Of drowning victims who survive and are treated in emergency departments, more than half are hospitalized or transferred for further care. These individuals often experience brain damage, which can cause memory problems, learning disabilities, or permanent loss of basic functioning (or permanent vegetative state). To prevent drowning:
- Everyone (adults and children) should know how to swim
- Caregivers should know CPR
- All boaters and weaker swimmers should wear life jackets
- Backyard swimming pools should be separated from the house and yard by a fence with a self-closing and self-latching gate.
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.
W.O.M.E.N. Seeking Volunteers for Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is happy to announce that W.O.M.E.N. is looking for new members to join its Board of Directors. Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, established in 1994 with the mission to bridge service gaps to reduce health disparities.
For the past 19 years, W.O.M.E.N. has been in the forefront of promoting women’s health, identifying and addressing health disparities while remaining a driving force in empowering the voiceless. The organization aims to improve the quality of life for women and families facing adversities through education, and increased awareness.
If you are interested in learning more about W.O.M.E.N., looking to become a active member of our Board of Directors or would like to get involved send a email to [email protected] .
Catherine Wyatt-Morley Honored By SELF Magazine
Every year SELF Magazine honors Women Doing Good; honorees are real women doing real things to make a difference despite personal adversity. The women honored have used action to heal and shift their energy into creating something positive and uplifting to benefit others.
Catherine Wyatt-Morley, Founder and CEO of Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition, is among those being honored by SELF for her tireless efforts in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
“My wish is for every woman to be educated about this issue. Married women think they’re immune to the virus. But no one is an exception with AIDS. I want to reach that woman over 50 who thinks she can have unprotected sex or the young girl who is just starting to date”, says Wyatt-Morley.
Catherine Wyatt-Morley, Founder and CEO of Women On Maintaining Education and Nutrition is among those being honored by SELF Magazine for her tireless efforts in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Because of this wish, Wyatt-Morley has spent the last 18 years battling HIV/AIDS for not only herself; but for future generations, in hopes that her struggles will prevent others from becoming infected with HIV.
Click here to read the full article.
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