{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Healthy Project Podcast","title":"Empowering Black Iowa: Mental Health, Community Support & The Back the Black Campaign - A Candid Conversation with Courageous Fire","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2054,"description":"Join us for an insightful episode of the Healthy Project Podcast, hosted by Corey Dion Lewis, as he dives deep into a conversation with the inspiring Courageous Fire. They discuss the importance of mental health, community support, and the impact of the Back the Black campaign in the state of Iowa. Courageous Fire shares her passion for empowering Black women, especially those who are survivors of domestic violence, and highlights the upcoming events and initiatives designed to uplift the Black community. Don't miss this empowering conversation filled with wisdom and hope for a brighter future. \n\nShownotes:\n00:00 - Introduction\n00:58 - Courageous Fire's background and passion for empowering Black women\n02:15 - The importance of mental health in the Black community\n04:15 - The Back the Black campaign in Iowa\n07:32 - Preparing for the May 6th event\n09:52 - How white allies can support the campaign\n12:30 - The role of food, music, and merchandise at the event\n15:25 - Creating a fun and educational atmosphere for everyone\n19:30 - The significance of community support\n22:12 - About the guest: Courageous Fire\n23:37 - The power of faith communities in supporting survivors\n25:52 - Resources and training available for organizations\n28:12 - Connecting with Courageous Fire and her work\nHope to see you at the Back the Black Community Event!\n\n\"We just want to see you, love on you, and give you some good stuff that day.\" - Courageous Fire\n\nAbout the Guest:\nCourageous Fire is a passionate advocate for mental health and empowering Black women, particularly those who are survivors of domestic violence. With her dual roles as an educator through her LLC and founder of a nonprofit, Courageous Access, she provides vital support, resources, and training for both survivors and organizations seeking to create safer spaces. Courageous Fire is dedicated to making a positive impact in the Black community in Iowa, uplifting and strengthening their lives. Connect with her through her...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/MSRYwgzVwmOkZXeinjXJXt6vM1REXDF2oD3ZSMgwLMU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lY2Zl/MzVlNDRkOWQ4MDEz/ZTNkOTY2MzMyNzYx/M2I0MC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}