Today, we’d like to send a special thank you to our amazing Board of Directors for their time and commitment throughout 2025! We couldn’t do this work without them, and we’re looking forward to the year ahead as we continue building an Ohio where everyone can thrive!

Need assistance accessing abortion care? Our Member Assistance Program is here to help! To request support, fill out our Client Intake Form on our site here www.ohiowomensalliance.org/map or call or text our Warmline at 614-259-8130...1/2

Ohio is under a state of emergency! Check out our safety guide to help you stay warm and safe during this time. 1/2

Our Visionary Ohio Worker Job Board is the spot where Ohioans and remote job seekers can find opportunities that align with their values. Your dream job is waiting for you. Start your search today at the link in our bio!

Today marks what should be the 53rd anniversary of Roe vs. Wade. Instead, it serves as a reminder of how our reproductive freedom has been stripped away—and as always, Black women have suffered the most. On June 24, 2022, the Dobbs decision dismantled more than 50 years of legal protections... 1/3

While many will mince and water down Dr. King’s words today, we must continue to beat the drum of his radical philosophies of resistance and change. The T**** administration speaks of freedom, but their only interest is a racist…1/2

Early detection starts with self-examination. A few minutes can make a lifetime of difference. Here are three important self-examinations you can do to continue ensuring your health. Please remember: Self-examination is about noticing changes, not diagnosing yourself. 1/2

Black Women deserve to live long, healthy lives, and early detection is key to making sure that happens! 👩🏾‍⚕️ Your health matters and your life matters! 1/2

The murder of Renee Nicole Good is an act of terrorism, fascism, and horror that illustrates that the Tr*mp administration will stop at nothing to carry out their racist, xenophobic immigration policies. 1/2

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s deeply connected to Reproductive Justice — because it’s about more than awareness; it’s about bodily autonomy, access to quality care, and the right to live a healthy life. 1/3

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Janell Green Smith. She was a devoted Black midwife and advocate who committed her life to advancing equity in maternal health. 1/3

Happy New Year! May this year bring new beginnings and endless possibilities!💚

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous Kwanzaa! Swipe to learn more about how Reproductive Justice is woven through each principle of Kwanzaa, which is celebrated by many Black communities from December 26-January 1. 🤎 1/2

Make your year-end gift to Ohio Women’s Alliance today! secure.everyaction.com/yieeTBK4_Eur...

Let’s recap a night that was FILLED with black joy and celebration! On September 4, we had our inaugural gala, Celebrate BLACK! We enjoyed a night of empowerment and unity that celebrated the incredible power that is unleashed when we invest in the vision and leadership of Black women...1/2

Let’s take a look back at the support we provided to ensure our community could access abortion care. Through our Member Assistance Program, we’ve been able to provide support to 775+ people in need of abortion care. As this is only our second full year in operation, we’re also happy...1/5

Let’s take a look back at the past 6 months of our Be Well: Sacred Circles of Healing & Wellness for Black Moms. Through this program, we’ve been able to provide resources and create meaningful impact for Black moms* and birthing people in Columbus...1/2

Ohio Women’s Alliance will be closed December 15 - January 2 so our staff can rest and rejuvenate for the new year. OWA’s normal hours of operation will resume on Monday, January 5. 💚

Our Member Assistance Program will be closed from Monday, December 15, through Friday, January 2—any requests for support made after 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, will receive a response upon our return on Monday, January 5...1/3

We know you have many choices when it comes to Giving Tuesday, and we hope a gift to OWA is one of them! Donate today! secure.everyaction.com/yieeTBK4_Eur...

Do you have five minutes to fill out our community survey?! Your voice will help shape what’s next! Visit this link docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... to share your thoughts as we plan for 2026!

Join us next month for our FINAL session of 2025, Be Well: Sacred Circles of Healing and Wellness for Black Moms. All Black birthing people living in Ohio who are pregnant or have a child under 2 years old are welcome to this session, which will focus on Acknowledging Progress, Grief, & Growth...1/3

Looking for ways to navigate the holiday season? Take a look at some holiday care tips we’ve created from a Reproductive Justice lens! 1/2

Are you someone or know someone who needs a free, hot meal for this Thanksgiving? Please check out these food resources for the upcoming holiday for Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland residents...1/2

We’re back again with some resources! We’ve gathered food resources for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday for Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland residents. Take a moment to swipe and share to help raise awareness of resources available for anyone who might need assistance during this time. 1/2

Last week, we had our in-person, November session of Be Well: Sacred Circles of Healing and Wellness for Black Moms in partnership with Motherful, JustChoice, and CelebrateOne. 1/3

The Member Assistance Program will be closed from Friday, November 21, through Sunday, November 30. Intakes will close on Thursday, November 20, at 5:00 p.m. Still, our partner organizations and clinics will be able to offer additional support and referrals during the closure...1/2

Do you have five minutes to fill out our community survey?! Visit this link docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... to share your thoughts as we plan for 2026!

We’re back again with some resources! We’ve gathered rent, utility, and legal resources for Central Ohio. Please take a moment to swipe and share to help raise awareness of resources available for anyone who might need assistance during this time... 1/2

Join our staff on Friday, November 14, at The Main Library for an afternoon of co-working and fellowship. We can’t wait to see you there!

Join us this month for our November sessions of Be Well: Sacred Circles of Healing and Wellness for Black Moms. All Black birthing people living in Ohio who are pregnant or have a child under 2 years old are welcome to this session, which will focus on Seasonal Supports. 1/3

IT’S ELECTION DAY! GET OUT AND VOTE TODAY! There's 1 hour left to vote. Also, remember if you are in line at your polling place by 7:30 pm, stay in line — you have the right to vote! If you get in line by 7:30 pm, and any poll workers try to turn you away....1/2

Earlier this month, we held our last session of the Be Well Leadership Cohort at the Yoga Carriage—where we focused on holistic care through grounding movement, meditation, gratitude, and more. We enjoyed sharing space and reflecting on our journey together throughout the cohort...1/2

What’s scarier than haunted houses and horror movies? When our communities’ voices go unheard. 🕯️👀 This season, don’t ghost your people, check in on your friends, family, and neighbors. 1/2

Due to the ongoing government shutdown, about 1.4 million Ohioans could temporarily lose access to SNAP food assistance benefits in November. Please take a look at the resources we’ve gathered to help citizens navigate these tough times. 1/2

🪪 Make sure your voter ID is valid before you head to the polls! In Ohio, you’ll need a valid photo ID to vote. Accepted forms include: ✅ Ohio driver’s license or state ID ✅ Interim ID form from the BMV ✅ U.S. passport or passport card ✅ U.S. military, Ohio National Guard, or VA ID card 1/4

🚨 Voting tip! 🚨 During early voting, you’ll cast your ballot at your County Board of Elections. 🗳️ But on Election Day, everyone votes at their assigned polling location, and it might be different! 1/2

We love receiving feedback like this from mothers* who attend our Be Well: Sacred Circles sessions! 💚 Knowing that we created a space where Black mothers* can be seen, heard, and valued helps give us the motivation to continue providing the support and resources they need to heal and thrive...1/3

Our 2025 Voter Guide has all the info you need to vote early or on Election Day! Visit the link here www.ohiowomensalliance.org/vote to check your polling location, see what’s on your ballot, and more!

Deadlines matter. ⏰ Absentee ballots make voting more accessible for so many in our communities, and missing the request deadline can mean missing your chance to be heard. Absentee ballot applications must be received by your board of elections by 8:30 p.m. today. 1/2

It’s the scariest and most uncertain time in our country’s recent history, and it’s more important than ever that we take care of us. Click below to make your gift to our Be Well fall campaign, which directly supports OWA wellness programming! secure.everyaction.com/yieeTBK4_Eur...

Join us next month for our November sessions of Be Well: Sacred Circles of Healing and Wellness for Black Moms. All Black birthing people living in Ohio who are pregnant or have a child under 2 years old are welcome to this session, which will focus on Seasonal Supports. 1/3

Did you know there are different ways school boards can be elected? 🗳️ Right now, Columbus City Schools uses one system, but other cities use different ones that can shape representation and decision-making in powerful ways. 1/3

Feedback like this encourages us to continue doing our work to ensure abortion seekers have the support and resources they need! Are you in need of abortion assistance? We can help! 1/2

Thinking about voting absentee? 🗳️ We’ve pulled together everything you need to know. Visit www.ohiosos.gov/elections/vo... for all the info you need to vote by mail in the upcoming election! 1/3

Columbus City Council got a makeover, candidates are currently campaigning for District 7, and it affects all of us! 🏛️ Now, Councilmembers live in the districts they represent, but the whole city still votes for them. This hybrid system helps make sure leaders know their neighborhoods...1/2

Your vote isn’t just for president or governor, it’s for the people shaping your everyday life. 🗳️ Local elections decide our schools, city budgets, public safety, and community programs...1/2

On World Mental Health Day, we center Black maternal mental health — because caring for Black mothers means protecting their peace, honoring their wellness, and creating space for rest, not just survival. Your mind matters. Your healing is essential....1/2

REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON! Join us tomorrow for our October session of Be Well: Sacred Circles of Healing and Wellness for Black Moms. All Black birthing people who are pregnant or have a child under 2 years old are welcome to this session that will focus on Building Support Systems...1/3

✨ Early voting starts now! ✨ Voting early means making your voice heard on *your* schedule and it gives our communities the power to show up strong from day one. Plan your vote, bring a friend, and let’s lead with the future we believe in. 💜 1/2