A Sista's Touch

01/01/2021

Strong Black Lead

Happy New Year AST community! A daily message for 2021 and beyond! “Remember, you are 100% that Queen!” 💜

From all of these QUEENS to all of you... here's a special motivational message to get the new year started right.

12/30/2020

Happy Kwanzaa
Ujamaa

12/28/2020

Happy Kwanzaa
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12/28/2020

**Late post**
Happy Kwanzaa ❤️🖤💚

12/26/2020

Happy Kwanzaa AST community. ❤️🖤💚

12/08/2020

Rashida Jones named next president of MSNBC

Congratulations Ms. Jones. #ASistasTouch 💜

Phil Griffin will step down after 25 years at the cable news channel.

12/01/2020

A Sista's Touch's cover photo

11/26/2020

Strong Black Lead

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As we prepare for an untraditional Thanksgiving, we share this very timely message from THE Ms. Jill Scott!

Be safe AST community and reflect on the things YOU are most Thankful for during this holiday.

From one Queen to the next, here's a special motivational message from Jill Scott to you. 👑❤️

11/15/2020

Be aware, make good decisions, stay healthy!

As COVID numbers rise across the nation, here are a few tips to ensure you and your loved ones remain safe! For free testing, join us on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at our Oakland Testing Site! See the flyer for more details .
#rootsempowers #Covidsafety #health #communityfirst #communityhealth #protectcommunity #oakland #eastoakland

11/15/2020

Black mask w/ AST logo | asistastouch

The use of masks to safeguard us from the pandemic will be with us for a while. This customize AST mask will look good on you.

https://www.asistastouch.org/product-page/black-mask-w-ast-logo

With masks being the number one strategy to fight against COVID19, now you can wear our exclusive A Sista's Touch mask. This double layered, cotton, Black mask, with the AST purple logo will be a great addition to your mask collection.

11/11/2020

Yamiche Alcindor Receives the 2020 Gwen Ifill Award From the International Women's Media Foundation

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The International Women's Media Foundation announced that they would award Yamiche Alcindor the 2020 IWMF Gwen Ifill Award.

11/10/2020

Naval Academy: 1st Black woman named student brigade leader

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#StillMakingFirsts

The first Black woman to assume the top role leading fellow midshipmen at the U.S. Naval Academy is taking up that post as brigade commander next semester.

11/07/2020

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Come thru HBCU's

11/06/2020

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Thank you, Stacey Abrams!

11/05/2020

Cori Bush becomes Missouri’s first Black congresswoman

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“Working class people need representatives who look like them and who have experienced their struggles. I am that champion," Cori Bush wrote on Twitter.

10/29/2020

AST Swag | asistastouch

Several people have been asking about our charity 5k swag; well here it is. Many thanks to those who have continued to support our efforts in raising human trafficking awareness. Happy shopping. #AST #WRO #WeRunOakland #ForOurChildren #StopHumanTrafficking #GetYourSwag
https://www.asistastouch.org/shop

10/10/2020

Megan Thee Stallion announces scholarship fund for women of color

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Rapper Megan Thee Stallion on Thursday announced a $10,000 scholarship fund with Amazon Music's Rap Rotation.

10/09/2020

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10/05/2020

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10/04/2020

‘A Battle for the Souls of Black Girls’

“Black girls are viewed by educators as more suspicious, mature, provocative and aggressive than their white peers”, said Rebecca Epstein.

This is why it is so important that we teach our young queens the skills needed to navigate this system while elevating their voice without feeling the need to smolder their spirit. #ASAP:PQ #ASistasAlwaysPrepared
#PubertyToQueen #ASistasTouch 💜

Discipline disparities between Black and white boys have driven reform efforts for years. But Black girls are arguably the most at-risk student group in the United States.

10/03/2020

In honor of Breast Cancer awareness month.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, which many ignore as a photo opportunity with pink ribbons.

Unfortunately, this form of cancer runs rampant in our community — disproportionately impacting the lives of our women and our families.

The numbers are quite jarring — with the data showing higher rates of diagnosis and mortality in Black women versus white women.

So what can we do?
1) Encourage regular mammograms over the age of 40.
2) Ensure our loved ones are following up with their doctors!
3) Encourage a healthy diet and exercise routine for the women in our families.

Early detection + healthy lifestyles will help curb this disease in our communities.

Infographics by: @hellobeautiful

#Roots #rootsempowers #oakland #BayArea #eastoakland #breastcancer #breastcancerawareness #communityhealth #healing #blackwomen

09/28/2020

Nurse Kim out there supporting A Sista’s Touch! 🙌🏾👏🏾💜👑

09/28/2020

To our WRO family, we want to say thank you again for making our 3rd annual and first virtual charity 5k an engaging and informative experience as we continue to raise human trafficking awareness. The annual events would be nothing if not for our participants. As mentioned at the conclusion of our live kick off, you are family, we appreciate you, and we look forward to your participation in 2021. Until then, get involved and if you see something, say something! 💜👑#wrofoc2020 #ASistasTouch #stophumantrafficking #BlackGirlMagic
We do not own the rights to this song...

09/26/2020

Downtown San Jose’s first Black-owned coffeehouse opens Saturday

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Sister entrepreneurs’ Nirvana Soul will celebrate the roasted bean — and local artists

09/26/2020

The Abolitionist Fighting Sex Trafficking with Words and Altars | KQED

Regina’s Door...💜👏🏾💜👏🏾

"You're not forgotten. You're not alone."

09/25/2020

Messages from Our Community Based Partners

A few recorded PSAs from some of community-based partners! Thank you for sharing your wisdom to promote awareness and safety! #wrofoc2020 #ASistasTouch 💜

09/24/2020

Sending another thank you to our 2020 Community Based Partners! Thank you for all that you do to provide supportive and preventive services to end human trafficking and the exploitation of our children! #wrofoc2020 #ASistasTouch

09/22/2020

A Sista's Touch & Bank of the West Partnership

A Sista's Touch extends our gratitude to Will Jackson and Bank of the West for their support of We Run Oakland: For Our Children for the second year!

09/22/2020

WRO family! We want to keep you encouraged! You have until Saturday to enter your results! Stay hydrated and stay healthy! #WROFOC2020

09/21/2020

Emmys 2020: Zendaya's Historic Lead Actress Win Is Euphoric

Hand clap for Oakland and A Sista’s Touch!! We see you Zendaya! Congratulations on being the youngest Emmy winner for a drama series.

Another year, another TV awards season! Well actually, this isn’t just another year (*stares into camera*), but you know what I mean.

09/19/2020

Today was AMAZING! Thank you to EVERYONE who participated.

09/18/2020

3rd annual and first virtual charity 5k: We Run Oakland: For Our Children. 30 to 30 campaign: 30 reasons to get engaged, a 30 day count down. Reason #30: Everyone likes a brand new T-shirt, especially when it represents a great cause. Today is the last day to pick up your registrations!! Please email us at [email protected] for questions or assistance. 1 more day to our live kick off. Don't forget to enter your times. https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Oakland/WeRunOakland2020

09/18/2020

We are setting up and excited to see each one of you! Come out TODAY to pick up your swag bag filled with Asistastouch goodies, your tshirt, face mask, and medal for completing the race. Our first virtual 5k walk/run happens TOMORROW at 9am. Tap in with us on Facebook and zoom as we go LIVE. We are so EXCITED! Wear your mask and come see us today 2p-7p.

09/16/2020

3rd annual and first virtual charity 5k: We Run Oakland: For Our Children. 30 to 30 campaign: 30 reasons to get engaged, a 30 day count down. Reason #28: The response to trauma is different for everyone who experiences it. What is so needed in the area of trauma informed care is the consistency of resources, especially in those most vulnerable times. Crisis Support Services of Alameda County, a community based partner for the 3rd year, specializes in caring for others "from the inside out." Recognizing that September is Suicide Prevention month, it is so important that as a community we understand our role in helping others, because we never know when we will need someone. 3 more days to stand for a cause.
https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Oakland/WeRunOakland2020

09/15/2020

3rd annual and first virtual charity 5k: We Run Oakland: For Our Children. 30 to 30 campaign: 30 reasons to get engaged, a 30 day count down. Reason #25: Your completed swag bag is ready! We have arranged for a socially distant swag bag pick up on Thursday and Friday in Oakland. Please see your registration or recent email for details. For more information, please email [email protected]. Registrations still available. 4 more days remain until the live kick off!
https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Oakland/WeRunOakland2020