2023 Agenda
15th Annual
Black Women’s Wellness Day
Saturday, September 30, 2023
8:30 - 9:00 AM — Morning Stroll with FFBWW Walk Captains!* (Optional)
Enjoy a morning stroll with FFBWW Walk Captains! Get up early, bring your comfortable shoes, and get ready to move your body before registration!
Walk Led By:
*Note: Participation in fitness experiences at BWWDAY are voluntary, not required, and done at your own risk. Be sure to consult your physician or healthcare provider to ensure you are well enough to participate in this or other classes.
Outdoor Path behind Lakeside Commons
9:00 AM — Doors Open/Registration
Lakeside Commons (Outside of Exhibit Hall A&B) – Ground Floor
9:00 AM — 5:30 PM: Wellness Fair and Marketplace
Live DJ & Wellness Fair Stage
Groove to the beats of DJ Gemini Gilly, and warm up with the rhythmic energy, while exploring our showcase of holistic health, beauty, fashion and communication. With 60+ vendors and exhibitors, enjoy their diverse offerings, snag swag, and special features on our live Wellness stage including flash fitness, food demos, and more!
Music:
Special Drumming
Live Fitness Demos:
*Note: Participation in fitness experiences at BWWDAY are voluntary, not required, and done at your own risk. Be sure to consult your physician or healthcare provider to ensure you are well enough to participate in this or other classes.
Exhibit Hall B
9:30 - 10:30 AM — Morning Senior Session (For Women 62 & Older)
Join us for a morning session tailored to senior women as we delve into a lively discussion and activities designed to nurture your unique experiences and promote well-being.
*Registration check-in for this session will be available at your workshop room (Hall of Ideas G).
With Expert Presenters:
*Sponsored by
Hall of Ideas G (Level 4)
11:00 AM — Luncheon Room Doors Open for Seating
Exhibit Hall A (Ground Floor)
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM — Official Welcome & Opening Luncheon Program
Join us for our captivating opening session and luncheon program, featuring Lisa Peyton-Caire the visionary FFBWW Founder and CEO, alongside esteemed sponsors and distinguished special guests!
Music:
Special Drumming by Rockameem Bell
Local Artist and Community Activist
Exhibit Hall A (Ground Floor)
11:45 AM — Official Opening Remarks with Special Guests
Exhibit Hall A
12:30 - 1:30 PM — Keynote Addresses & Fireside Chat
*More Speaker Updates Coming
Exhibit Hall A
1:30 - 1:45 PM — Break / Transition to Afternoon Workshops
1:45 - 2:45 PM — Afternoon Concurrent Workshops
Afternoon Session 1 — Black Women Leading: How Black Women Are Leading Transformation in Black Maternal & Child Health
Featuring Guest Experts:
Hall of Ideas F (Level 4)
Afternoon Session 2 — Building Generational Wealth to Secure Our Present & Future - Part I
Featuring Guest Presenters:
*Sponsored by
Hall of Ideas I (Level 4)
Afternoon Session 3 — Minding Our Collective Mental Health & Wealth, Part I
Meeting Room N (Level 4)
Afternoon Session 4 — Black Women Deserve!: An Interactive Policy Session Fueled by Your Voice!
Hall of Ideas G (Level 4)
1:45 - 4:00 PM — Special Session for Teen Girls (13-18)
Includes a self-discovery and reflection workshop, poetry cypher, dance battles and more!
With Featured Facilitators:
With Guest Appearance by:
*Sponsored by
Meeting Room L (Level 4)
2:45 - 3:00 PM — Break / Transition to Afternoon Workshops
3:00 - 4:00 PM — Concurrent Workshops
Afternoon Session 5 — Black Women Leading: The Key to Securing Our Present & Future
Hall of Ideas F (Level 4)
Afternoon Session 6 — Building Generational Wealth to Secure Our Present & Future - Part II
Featuring Summit Credit Union & Guests:
*Sponsored by
Hall of Ideas I (Level 4)
Afternoon Session 7 — Minding Our Collective Mental Health & Wealth Part II: A Healing Community Conversation
Meeting Room N (Level 4)
Afternoon Session 8 — Back to Our Roots: Leading the Movement to Restore Black Farming & Self-Sustaining Communities
Hall of Ideas G (Level 4)
4:00 - 4:15 PM — Transition to Exhibit Hall A
4:15 - 5:15 PM — Closing Session & Circle Ceremony
Exhibit Hall A