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So… we know our newsletters have been a bit irregular :-\ But trust we’re still working towards healthier and safer Black communities daily. Still advocating and advancing first response that centers people while reducing harm. Still the same melanated women (and...

As we enter a new month and the holiday season, many of us are carrying both gratitude and grief. From the government shutdown to families losing SNAP benefits and other critical assistance, we’re praying for everyone navigating these tough times. If you need a space...

Sis, taking care of yourself goes beyond scheduling that yearly check-up. This week was Mental Illness Awareness Week—a time to raise awareness, fight stigma, and remind each other that no one should have to face mental health challenges alone. It’s also Health...

So…looks like the rapture didn’t happen after all… But if you scroll through social media or watch the news, you might swear it did. The days are getting shorter, the nights darker, and the world still feels chaotic, but that’s exactly why we need to keep our lights...

🗣️Roll call! You got your shield, Sis? We’re in the final push of Shield September, and now is the moment to step up, stand tall, and protect people and our communities. On our journey to 4,000 new members by the end of the year, every single person who joins is...

Operation Shield September is in full swing. In cities like D.C., law enforcement presence is increasing, which means Black and Brown communities are more likely to be targeted. This makes it even more important to protect our peace, families, and neighborhoods....

September is for self-care in all forms. On this beautiful Sunday, here’s a reminder that your peace and rest are powerful acts of protection too. We need you here. And we need everyone in this work. Yes, you included. Your gifts, your voice, your care, and your local...

Sis, we know Labor Day came and went in a flash, and just like that, August is over. Now we step into September, closing out the summer and gearing up for what’s ahead. At 1M4, we’re calling this month Shield September—a time to strengthen our communities, protect our...

Many of us grew up watching Malcolm-Jamal Warner, iconically known as Theo Huxtable, but also so much more. He was the cool big brother, the thoughtful cousin, the friend who always came through. Through his work and presence, he helped shape how we saw Black boyhood,...