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Let's Get Glowing Black women have higher rates of many illnesses, such as hypertension, breast cancer at young ages, diabetes, stroke, and lupus. As mothers, entrepreneurs’, and caretakers, we are always passionate about the needs of all the people around us and seldom do we work on our own care.In the beginning of each year, many of us create resolutions with the intention of changing bad habits and starting a pattern of better health.Let’s Get Glowing Woman’s Wellness Expo’s will allow women to participate in Yoga and healthy eating seminars as well as create vision journals in a safe environment...

LINK: https://www.facebook.com/events/1746608838759201 WHEN:Saturday, September 29th, 2018 WHERE:1400 Foch St Fort Worth, TX 76107 DESCRIPTION:The Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated invite you to join us as we rally around our students, families, and our community to raise the awareness of bullying. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is working with several organizations within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to implement educational outreach initiatives that raise awareness about issues affecting families such as mental health, including bullying. According to statistics reported by ABC News, nearly 30 percent of students are either bullies or victims of bullying, and nationwide 160,000...

LINK: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SanPedro/DivineNine5KLosAngeles WHEN:Saturday, October 6th, 2018 WHERE:Point Fermin Park807 Paseo Del MarSan Pedro, CA US 90731 DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 6, 2018 as we bring the Los Angeles Area Divine Nine Organizations and friends together for the Divine Nine 5K race.  The race is sure to  provide participants the opportunity to network, socialize and raise funds to support the NPHC Los Angeles Scholarship fund. Running and/or walking can be incredibly beneficial to the body, mind, and spirit, and you will find that even short runs (5K) could leave you feeling more energized, more focused, and better able to enjoy all that life...

The route will begin and end at the Tougaloo Owens Health and Wellnes Center. Racers will run/walk through the Tougaloo community and the historic Tougaloo College campus. Please order your race tshirt by using the link AKA 5K Official 2017 Race Shirt or RUN WITH ME. Greek shirts are available on this site. The last day to order 5K tshirts is September 4, 2017.Awards: Overall, Masters, Grand Masters. Age group awards to top three.5K Run/WalkMale: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69, 70 & OverFemale: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69, 70 & OverTEAM COMPETITION: Teams may have 3-5 members, but only top...

Saturday, October 21, 2017 in Fort Worth, TX at Trinity Park Policeman and Fireman's Memorial Click Here To Register The Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and the Epsilon Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated invite you to join us as we rally around our students, families, and our community to raise the awareness of bullying. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity are working with several organizations within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to implement educational outreach initiatives that raise awareness about issues affecting families such as mental health, including...

Join us on June 17, 2017 as we bring the Chicagoland Divine Nine Organizations and friends together for the Divine Nine 5K race.  The race is sure to  provide participants the opportunity to network, socialize and raise funds to support the NPHC-Chicago Scholarship fund. Running and/or walking can be incredibly beneficial to the body, mind, and spirit, and you will find that even short runs (5K) could leave you feeling more energized, more focused, and better able to enjoy all that life has to offer.  Participants will receive a  T-shirt, goodie bag and race medal to all finishers. Registration includes: T-shirt, goodie bag, and...

The Divine Nine 5K is a 5K run/walk that brings together members, family and friends of the Divine Nine organizations. Presented by the National Pan Hellenic Council of Greater Atlanta and Fulton County Parks and Recreation, participants not only gain the unity and fellowship with others but participate in community service by donating new or gently used (clean) blankets for Atlanta's homeless citizens. Registration includes: T-shirt, goodie bag, and race medal to all finishers Location: Welcome All Park, 4255 Will Lee Road, Atlanta, GA US 30349 Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Atlanta/DivineNine5KAtlanta

LBISB NUPES PRESENTS:HEALTHY KAPPAS I HEALTHY COMMUNITIES LOCATION: CULVER CITY STAIRS DATE: SATURDAY MAY, 13TH 2017ADDRESS: 6800 HETZLER ROADCULVER CITY, CA 90232FOR MORE INFORMATION: PLEASE CONTACT BROTHER BAILEY AT 708-244-7653

Divine Nine 5K hosts it's 2nd annual event in Chicago, IL and 1st annual event in Atlanta, GA. The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) and Chicks with Kicks, Inc. are hosting Divine Nine 5K to support deserving undergraduates with scholarship funds for college.The NPHCis a collaborative organization of the 9 major Black Greek Lettered fraternities and sororities. Chicks with Kicks, Inc. is a non-profit organization with a mission to inspire ladies of all ages to lead a healthier lifestyle via health, fitness and wellness.  There were over 400 participants in the 1st Annual Divine Nine 5K. Your participation in Divine Nine 5K will...