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In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I speak with Camesha Cox, the founder of The Reading Partnership, a nonprofit transforming the literacy landscape for marginalized families in Canada. Camesha shares her journey from working in the UK to establishing The Reading Partnership in Toronto, emphasizing the power of community-driven solutions in tackling literacy challenges. Through inclusive, family-centered programs, Camesha discusses how her organization is disrupting systemic barriers to literacy and helping children thrive.Topics We Cover:The origins of The Reading Partnership and its early success in TorontoHow literacy disproportionately affects Black, racialized, and low-income children in CanadaThe impact of interactive, play-based learning in early childhood educationScaling "Kids Read" from a local to a national literacy initiativeThe development of a French version of the Reading Partnership for Parents programThe vital role of community collaboration in overcoming literacy challengesEmpowering parents and educators to build lasting literacy skills in childrenHeartwarming success stories from families transformed by the Kids Read programTo Learn More and Connect with Camesha:The Reading Partnership Website@TRPNow on X (Formerly Twitter)@TRPNow on InstagramDonate to The Reading PartnershipSupport the show

In this episode, Laura discusses the power of community-based mental health care with guests, Camesha Jones-Brandon and Dr. Marion Malcome. Camesha and Dr. Marion share about their work with the Chicago-based Heal TogetHER program, which provides peer support for Black women to be seen, heard, and build authentic connections that empower mental well-being. Heal TogetHER provides support to people who have mild to moderate mental health concerns with brief 1-on-1 emotional support, resource connections, and education about mental health conditions. They discuss preventative approaches in mental health, the significance of social connections for our overall wellness, and practical strategies we can implement in our daily interactions to support the mental health of our friends and family. Learn more about the Heal TogetHER program at https://www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/healtogether.   Guest Bios ::Camesha Jones-Brandon Camesha L. Jones, LCSW is a Community Mental Wellness Changemaker who serves at the intersection of culture, community, and social justice. She is the Executive Director of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness, a social enterprise that provides mental wellness care that centers the experiences of Black women in Chicago. Since Sista Afya's founding in 2017, they've served over 1000 Black women through their innovative, community-driven programs. In 2020, she launched Sista Afya Community Care NFP, a nonprofit that provides free mental wellness care and education to women experiencing multiple barriers to care. Camesha's work at Sista Afya has been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Vogue, Allure, TEDx, and Rolling Out. Camesha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who graduated from Spelman College with a Bachelor's in Sociology and received her Master's in Social Work from the University of Chicago. Camesha strongly believes in eliminating barriers in the mental health field that people of diverse cultural backgrounds experience by creating affordable and accessible care that centers the well-being of the whole person. Connect with Camesha Website: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com Connect on Instagram & Facebook - @sistaafya   ::Dr. Marion Malcome Dr. Marion Malcome is a mother, scholar, social worker and a born-and-raised Chicagoan - south side! Dr. Malcome is currently an Assistant Professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Social Work where she teaches courses on clinical assessment and diagnosis and power, oppression, privilege and social justice. Her research is situated at the intersection of race, place and mental health in which centers the lived experiences of Black women and mothers to understand how where one lives coupled with experiences of racism shapes mental health and wellbeing over the life course. Dr. Malcome's community work has long been focused on “helping people help people” through the lens of Black mental health and is grounded in close to 20 years of direct clinical social work practice experience. She also co-created the Becoming an Anti-racist Mental Health Clinician in 2013 which has trained just over a thousand clinicians across the country. Connect with Dr. Marion Website Connect on LinkedIn   Resources: Event: Join us for the Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference +Retreat, May 27-30, 2025 in Virginia Beach! Learn more at bwlretreat.com Credits: Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: laura@knightsconsultinggroup.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn Follow BWL on LinkedIn Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights  Graphics: Téa Campbell Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay  

Watch this episode to learn how one social enterprise is advancing literacy through evidence-based programming that engages parents and the community. Camesha Cox is an Ashoka Fellow, award-winning education-sector trailblazer and Founder and Executive Director of The Reading Partnership (TRP), a non-profit that designs and delivers community-based literacy programs and educational resources. In this episode, she agrees with the adage "it's never too late to learn", but explains why literacy is much harder to master the older you get. She also rejects “acceptable rates of failure” and calls upon governments to support programs (like TRP) that work. 00:00 Preview 00:16 Introduction 00:40 About Camesha Cox 02:26 Camesha's backstory that led to The Reading Partnership (TRP) 06:55 The mission of TRP 11:16 What impact stories touch Camesha and keep her motivated? 14:55 How TRP is making a difference in the lives of families and communities 16:55 What are some myths and misconceptions about literacy? 20:45 How to make learning exciting when teachers are “competing” against the allure of social media and video games 24:06 How to get involved in TRP 25:35 What role does empathy play in the delivery of TRP programming? 29:23 The Inner Development Goals 31:08 How has Ashoka Canada impacted Camesha's work? 33:37 Camesha Cox's Purposeful Empathy Story CONNECT WITH ANITA ✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/ ✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram ✩ Facebook Page https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyFacebook ✩ Facebook Group https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyCommunity ✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast CONNECT WITH CAMESHA ✩ Ashoka Canada Profile https://ashokacanada.org/fellow/camesha-cox/ ✩ The Reading Partnership https://readingpartnership.com/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/c-camesha-cox-med-18445555/ Season 14 of Purposeful Empathy is brought to you in collaboration with Ashoka Canada. Ashoka Canada is devoted to catalyzing social entrepreneurship and innovation aimed at driving systemic change. The Ashoka Canada story is one of solutions, developed over decades of searching, selecting, and supporting our country's highest impact Social Entrepreneurs. Together, they represent some of Canada's most impactful responses to critical challenges. Learn more at https://ashokacanada.org/ Show Notes ✩ Inner Development Goals https://innerdevelopmentgoals.org/ ✩ Donate to The Reading Partnership https://readingpartnership.com/donate-2/ Video edited by David Tsvariani

If you haven't already heard, we launched the Candid Christian Convos Card Game this week and it is now available for pre-order! In this miniseries of the podcast we have different groups of people playing the game. Watch on Youtube for the best experience! Join Camesha & Rovonn in Episode 1 for an intimate chat as they demonstrate how the Candid Christian Convos Card Game strengthens bonds in romantic relationships. Hear their candid responses to thought-provoking questions, fostering spiritual intimacy and open communication. Whether you're dating, newlyweds or seasoned partners, gain insights to nurture a deeper connection. Don't miss out on this heartwarming discussion! Ready to deepen your bond? Get Candid Christian Convos Card Game now at candidchristianconvos.com. Let's Go There. **In order to capture their candid responses, all participants are seeing their questions for the first time and only got one take. ** Videography:  @rovonnrussell  Creative Strategy:  @CohedomCreativeHouse  Connect With Us: Instagram/Tiktok: @candidchristianconvos Email: info@candidchristianconvos.com www.candidchristianconvos.com #RelationshipGoals #Intimacy #ChristianCouples #MarriageAdvice #LoveAndFaith #CommunicationSkills #CandidConversations #SpiritualConnection #RelationshipBuilding #CoupleGoals #ChristianLiving #LoveWins #HealthyRelationships #FaithBased #personalgrowth

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In today's episode, Taylor is joined by guest Camesha Jones, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness. Together, they dive into signs you might need therapy, how to find the best therapist for you, and how to navigate a therapist breakup. Wherever you're at in your mental wellness journey, there's something for you in this episode. Show NotesFree Self-Care AssessmentSelf-Care Sundays NewsletterInstagram: @innerworkout | @taylorelysemorrisonConnect with Camesha Jones:Email: camesha@sistaafya.comWebsite: Camesha Jones | Sista AfyaSista Afya: Instagram | FacebookLinkedIn: Camesha L. Jones, LCSW Free Take Care AssessmentGet on the App Waitlist

Relationships are the foundation of our personal and professional lives. But, what happens when our relationship with ourselves or those we have welcomed into our lives are unhealthy?  How do we protect and support our mental health in our relationships? In this episode, our guest, Camesha L. Jones, the Executive Director of Sista Afya Community Mental and Wellness, helps us understand the following: Why depression in Black women looks different from how commonly characterize depression? Why it's important for women to have an identity outside of a relationship? The mental health strategies she recommends when we find ourselves getting lost in a relationship. How to heal from past relationships, and, more! This is the mental health conversation you didn't know you needed today! To learn more about our guest, Camesha L. Jones, LCSW, including community mental health services and programming with Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness and Sista Afya Community Care, please be sure to check out the following platforms: Website: https://www.sistaafya.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjvRAAIZQssdClh5TYkouPw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SistaAfya/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sistaafya/ Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce.  Be sure to check out our website, https://growngirldivorce.com, for support groups, financial resources, free downloads, and more.  Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists.  We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to give back to your community? As we are agents to make people feel better about their lives, it is a natural thing to desire goodness not only for our clients but also for as many individuals as possible.     We are grateful to have Ms. Camesha L. Jones, the Founder of Sista Afya Community Wellness. She is a social worker that aims to have an impact on a specific niche of the community which is black women with their mental health. With that, she will be inspiring us in creating a social impact that is also agreeable to the group practice's capabilities.       Episode Highlights:  When did Camesha's non-profit arm for the community start social impact investing? What are the similarities and differences between profit and non-profit organizations in terms of marketing? How challenging is the process of adding a non-profit branch to practices that have goals for social impact? What are the other ways to still serve social impact bonds with the community? How will listening to your community's needs help you best serve them?       To connect with Ms. Camesha L. Jones:   You can visit her website at https://www.cameshajones.com/ & https://www.linkedin.com/in/camesha-l-jones.   Check out her community at https://www.sistaafya.com/our-team, or through Facebook and Instagram accounts at https://www.facebook.com/SistaAfya/ and https://www.instagram.com/sistaafya/?hl=en   Reach her through her email at camesha@sistaafya.com    This episode is sponsored by TherapyNotes. TherapyNotes is an EHR software that helps behavioral health professionals manage their practice with confidence and efficiency. I use TherapyNotes in my own group practice and love its amazing support team, billing features, and scheduling capabilities. It serves us well as a large group practice owner.   Do you ever wish for a financial therapist who could relieve you from the last few months of bookkeeping, talk you off the edge when you're running into issues with Quickbooks, or help you work through a profit plan for growth? GreenOak Accounting does just that! GreenOak Accounting is an accounting firm that specializes in working with group practices. Their value goes WAY beyond bookkeeping; they can help you get on track for financial success. Schedule a free consultation by going to http://greenoakaccounting.com/tgpe

Donor-centered communication has been one of the keys to unlocking growth, funding, and community support for Sista Afya Community Care in Chicago.  Committed to maintaining excellent standards of care in everything they do, today Executive Director Camesha Jones shares how finding the perfect rhythm, tools, and touchpoints to communicate with their supporters and beneficiary community, is an extension of that ‘excellence in everything' approach.Sista Afya is a social enterprise that provides community mental wellness care that centers on the experiences of Black women. Following a year of strong growth and expanding services Camesha explains how a consistent communication strategy has supported achieving their goals, despite the fact that they are ‘only a small but mighty' organization.From using freely available online resources, and leveraging platforms such as LinkedIn, to when consulting with specialist advisers is cost-effective, Camesha opens up on the journey to creating a communication strategy and cadence that supports the whole organization, just as Sista Afya Community Care supports the well-being of the whole person.You can find out more about the work Sista Afya Community Care is doing, and support them here: https://www.sistaafya.com/ And to assist you in creating your own communication cadence follow the link to the free Donorbox 5 A's of Awesome Fundraising download: https://poweredby.donorbox.org/podcast-five-as-of-awesome-fundraising/We know you will be using it again, and again!  If you're inspired to take control of your outgoing communications but feel you may not be ready to do it alone, follow the link to find out more about Donorbox Premium custom packages including coaching, and the support you need to advance your mission here:  https://donorbox.org/premiumOr find out more at: https://donorbox.org/   DO YOU have a question? The Nonprofit Podcast is here to answer your questions!  Our weekly Ask-Me-Anything feature is one click away, simply open the form, add your name, and ask us! ANYTHING!!  ➡️ https://donor-box.typeform.com/to/wXlnEX3XSupport the show

In today's episode, we are joined by Camesha Jones, Community Mental Wellness Changemaker and Founder & Executive Director of Sista Afya. We discuss Creatively Healing through Community and Camesha discusses several different ways to start/continue your healing journey. You can find more about Sista Afya on their social media handle https://www.instagram.com/sistaafya/ & website https://www.sistaafya.com. Listen and share with others:) BWH healing workbook can be found at: amzn.to/3kpZZF1 Looking for an editor, graphic designer, or any other freelancer check out Fiverr Link: fvrr.co/3xIpVA1 Buy "Healing on the Daily" Glass Mugs: www.bwhpodcast.com/product-page/he…f8-799ecc7033cb Check out BWH website at: www.bwhpodcast.com If you are interested in being a guest, please find form here: linktr.ee/bwh_pod

Camesha Chanel is a Master Life Coach and Transformational speaker specializing in Authentic Alignment in all aspects of life. Camesha lost 100+ pounds naturally, and aligned her mind, body, and soul collectively! Camesha's purpose is the inspire and guide individuals to achieve authentic alignment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/obioma-martin/support

EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode of Black Businesses Matter Podcast, Camesha and I discuss mental health. Specifically mental health within the black community. We touch on the stresses of black women which include financial, relationship-based, and many other triggers. Camesha explains how we got here and how Sista Afya is trying to help.IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT… LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)Mental wellness How Camesha came into Mental care/wellnessThe factors to mental unwellness within the black community in Chicago What does Sista Afya mean?What brings Camesha Jones joy? Stream & Download Black Businesses Matter Podcast NOW for FREE on Apple Podcast, Google, Stitcher, Pandora, and Spotify! To connect further with me:Visit my website: Thel3agency.comConnect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thel3agencyFollow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackbusinessesmatterpodcast/Connect with me on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/thel3agency/To connect further with Sista Afya:Visit Sista Afya's website and support: https://www.sistaafya.com/Be sure to follow our podcast on our NEW page on Instagram. I can't wait to see you join us and take the pledge of #blackbusinessesmatter 

Pardon me while I drop my first ever LIVE episode into this space! And, wouldn't you know it, my guest and I cover all the Conversations With a Wounded Healer favorites: community, connection, spiritual anchors, resiliency, the white-washing of mental wellness spaces, and the importance of therapists engaging in their own work (natch).  What a joy to sit beside Camesha Jones, LCSW, at Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness, her gorgeous social enterprise located in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood. Founded in 2017, Sista Afya is dedicated to providing low- to no-cost mental wellness services that center the experiences of Black women. Let's chat about why centers like it are important––and, believe me, there aren't many places like Sista Afya, sadly. “Sometimes people keep saying this BS that Black people don't want to engage in therapy,” says Camesha. Ah, yes, the narrative about which communities are and aren't receptive to supportive healing, created by those outside the community to stigmatize and keep critical infrastructure like therapy from reaching those who need it. Camesha flatly refutes the trope.  Camesha has built a center that's community focused down to its core. The name, for instance, combines sista, a term of endearment used between Black women, and afya, a Swahili word that means to be healthy, free from psychological and physical illness.  In her own life, Camesha takes continual care to address challenges inherent to living with bi-polar disorder. She offers hope to folks, including fellow therapists, with similar experiences, modelling self-awareness and practicing sustainable self-care while running a successful business. “I go to therapy. I go to my psychiatrist. I take my meds. I do all the things [ ] and that's part of why I call myself a mental illness survivor,” she says, adding, “we're dealing with some of the same things, we're all dealing with some of the same things. It doesn't mean that we can't be effective in this work.” GUEST BIO Camesha Jones, LCSW, is a Social Worker, Entrepreneur, and Community Mental Wellness Advocate who serves at the intersection of culture, community, and social justice. Camesha strongly believes in eliminating barriers in the mental health field that people of diverse cultural backgrounds experience by creating affordable and accessible care that centers on the well-being of the whole person. Camesha is the Founder and Executive Director of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness.  “WHOLE WOMAN, WHOLE COMMUNITIES” FUNDRAISER INFO To donate to Sista Afya's campaign, please visit: https://donorbox.org/saccwholewomen/fundraiser/sarah-buino I'm excited to support Sista Afya's Fall campaign, “Whole Women. Whole Communities.” This year, Sista Afya Community Care has offered 650 free therapy sessions and over 35 community workshops and classes that have collectively served over 200 women. The goal is to raise $35,000 to continue offering free mental wellness care to Black women in Chicago. They need your support to sustain the progress they've made so far. Sista Afya continues to remove barriers to accessing mental wellness care in their communities. Will you contribute to the annual year-end campaign by giving $50, $100, $250, or whatever amount you can towards our goal of $35,000 to help deepen the impact in providing free mental wellness care for Black women? The campaign will run the entire month of December, but make sure to donate now.  For full show notes, resources, and links to connect with our guest, visit: http://www.headhearttherapy.com/podcast *** Conversations with a Wounded Healer is a proud member of @mhnrnetwork. Let's be friends! You can find me in the following places... Website: www.headhearttherapy.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WoundedHealr/ https://www.facebook.com/HeadHeartTherapy/ Instagram: @headhearttherapy Twitter: @WoundedHealr @HeadHeart_Chi

In todays episode Dr. K is joined with Camesha Jones, LCSW to discuss the power of community in healing and surviving mental illness. Camesha is a licensed clinical social Worker, a Community Mental Wellness Advocate who serves at the intersection of culture, community, and social justice. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness, which is a social enterprise that provides low-cost mental wellness services that center the experiences of Black women in Chicago. Camesha is a millennial leader who is shaping the leadership needed to fight the battle of the mental illness crisis in younger minority generations. Episode details: {0:00 - 05:39}-Episode details—Importance of Community Healing and Introduction of Guest (5:40-06:54}-Camesha discusses inspiration behind mental wellness work {07:05-09:34}-Mental health conditions (trauma, depression, anxiety, burnout, multiple roles) and systemic issues (affordability, accessibility) complicating mental illness {09:35-13:59}- Other barriers to seeking mental support (conditioning, learned behaviors, generational norms, superwoman mentality, mental illness stigmas, time barriers) {14:00-16:22}- Sista Afya whole-person services and community support (workshops, wellness classes, groups, individual therapy, yoga classes, solution focus, creating goals and attaining goals, combination of coaching and therapy. {16:35-18:43}-Empowerment for mental wellness (support and encouragement for vision of health and life---validating experiences of race & gender) {18:57-20:25}-Camesha discusses inspiration of overcoming her own journey of mental illness (establishing a new narrative of self and strengths, coming out of a victim mentality) {20:38-23:23}-Camesha offers mental wellness tips (social and community support, staying active, making time for yourself, spending time with others) {23:30-29:17} –Controlling stress, setting boundaries, expressing limitations, honor and respect your needs, unpacking root causes of becoming stuck in old habits {29:24-35:02} Key takeaways and conclusion www.sistaafya.com www.cameshajones.com instagram @sistaafya LinkedIn (Camesha L. Jones) designandwellness.com

When Camesha's 3 year old daughter would not go to sleep and every night it was a struggle, she was inspired to write "Finding Fun" a children's book that she created to help relax a restless soul. Written in one night, this book was truly a God send

When we heal ourselves we have the power to heal our community and others around us. Community healing is exactly what Spelman Alum Camesha Jones had in mind when creating Sista Afya, a mental wellness enterprise that provides low-cost mental wellness services for Black women in Chicago. Sista Afya has served over 700 young Black women through culturally-centered therapy and social wellness events that bridge community and healing. Sista Afya has been featured in Vogue, New York Magazine, Travel Noire, Women's Health and many other publications as a top resource supporting the Black community with mental wellness. By making mental wellness simple, accessible, affordable, and centered around Black women's experiences, more people will get what they need to have a full, whole life. Things to note in this episode: The importance of making mental wellness accessible The option of microloans for funding your business Building a team and what to look for in new hires Calendly The Law of Divine Compensation by Marianne Williamson Connect with Camesha L Jones Sista Afya | Instagram | Attend a wellness workshop, class or group session Support the Podcast | Leave us a note or review | Subscribe to the podcast | Follow on Spotify You can find Girl Behind The Hustle on Instagram | Facebook | Website

Still not sure where to start when it comes to prioritizing self care? We get it. It's a lot to take in, especially when you have never stopped to really figure out what you need. Sometimes self care is just talking it out with someone who can relate and help push you forward. This episode gives you ideas and perspective through our real life every day morning conversation. It'll motivate you in realistic ways that won't stress you out, and you will get a few giggles too! This week Camesha Gosha, joins the me to discuss surviving virtual school, the skin care over 40 wake up call, the need for a support tribe that gets it, and much more! If you enjoy this episode, be sure to subscribe, write a review, and share with the women in your life. Join my email list here To learn more about the host and other ways to work together visit IcedCoffeeandSelfCare.com Follow @IcedCoffeeandSelfCare on IG. Got a topic or suggestion for discussion on the podcast submit it here. Learn more about guest Camesha Gosha here

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In this minisode, Softening Therapy Ammie, Latania, DeJada, and Camesha share gems about how to navigate finding a therapist, when to know it's needed, and what the benefits are of engaging in therapy.  ----Community Spotlight AdsTK remedies is a family owned candle and personal care company that smell great and make you feel amazing. TK remedies offer motivational self care products to amplify your journey to personal success and relax. Including meditation guides and self-care guides.Purchase your personal care products today with TK remedies at: www.tkremedies.com and follow them on Instagram at: @tkremedies---Join the Sista Afya Community!Join us at our upcoming workshops and groups to get community support with your mental wellness from women just like you.  Sign up to join our community at: www.sistaafya.com/services---About Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness: Sista Afya is a social enterprise based in Chicago that provides low-cost mental wellness services that center the experiences of Black women. We believe that by making mental wellness simple, accessible, affordable, and centered around Black women's experiences, more people will get what they need to have a full, whole life. Stay in touch with us by following us online on Instagram @sistaafya and on Facebook @sistaafya . Learn more about Sista Afya at: www.sistaafya.comSupport the show

In this episode Softening Superman Ammie, Latania, DeJada, and Camesha share their experiences and relationships with Black men. They share the struggles Black men face, examples of Black men in their lives growing up, and how relationships between Black men and women can be healing; especially while fighting for our collective liberation.  ----Community Spotlight AdsGrowing Home Inc. Everyone deserves a good job and good food. Growing Home is a chicago based urban farm and job training program and englewood. Growing Home offers a:  Holistic Employment Training Program;  Food Access Programs: Market Stands & Delivery Programs and Food/Nutrition Community Education classes at no cost to you. You can get plugged into what Growing Home offers by visiting www.growinghominc.org or follow them on Instagram at @growinghome NAMI ChicagoNAMI Chicago has the courage to believe that healing is possible.NAMI Chicago provides a helpline, support groups, training, and community support for you to get the tools you need to take care of your mental wellness.If you or someone you know needs mental health support, contact NAMI Chicago's helpline at: 833-626-4244. To learn more about NAMI's services you can visit: www.namichicago.org and follow them on instagram @namichicago---Join the Sista Afya Community!Join us at our upcoming workshops and groups to get community support with your mental wellness from women just like you.  Sign up to join our community at: www.sistaafya.com/services---About Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness: Sista Afya is a social enterprise based in Chicago that provides low-cost mental wellness services that center the experiences of Black women. We believe that by making mental wellness simple, accessible, affordable, and centered around Black women's experiences, more people will get what they need to have a full, whole life.Stay in touch with us by following us online on Instagram @sistaafya and on Facebook @sistaafya . Learn more about Sista Afya at: www.sistaafya.comSupport the show

In this episode Softening Sexuality Ammie, Latania, DeJada, and Camesha share their experiences navigating sexuality from girlhood to womanhood. From having ‘the talk', making sense of it within spirituality, appreciating their bodies, and owning their power in sex- they share how they are shaping sexuality as Black women, on their own terms. ----Community Spotlight AdsGet Yo' Mind RightHealthy Hood Chicago provides free mental wellness services through their Get Yo Mind Right initiative. Get Yo Mind Right offers mental wellness counseling, mental wellness workshops, and reiki at no cost to you!Sign up for Get Your Mind Right's services at: www.healthyhoodchi.com/ and follow them on instagram at: @getyomindright_chiBoujie B's BoutiqueBoujie B's Boutique specializes in making female identifying individuals feel beautiful, adding a boost of confidence to what's already present and encouraging young entrepreneurs to follow their dreams of being a small business owner. Boujie B's Boutique offers a wholesale lip gloss program. Through this program, individuals can start their own lip gloss businesses for as low as $20! They also provide skincare essentials that are great for self care and self love. To get started use the code SOFTEN on their website to receive 15% off your first purchase!Visit www.boujiebsboutique.com  and follow them on instagram at: @boujiebsboutique---Join the Sista Afya Community!Join us at our upcoming workshops and groups to get community support with your mental wellness from women just like you.  Sign up to join our community at: www.sistaafya.com/services---About Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness:Sista Afya is a social enterprise based in Chicago that provides low-cost mental wellness services that center the experiences of Black women. We believe that by making mental wellness simple, accessible, affordable, and centered around Black women's experiences, more people will get what they need to have a full, whole life. Stay in touch with us by following us online on Instagram @sistaafya and on Facebook @sistaafya . Learn more about Sista Afya at: www.sistaafya.comSupport the show

In this episode Softening Ourselves, Ammie, Latania, DeJada, and Camesha share their experiences of being vulnerable and softer in their everyday lives. They dive into how it can be challenging to be a Black woman outside of stereotypes of being strong and guarded. From where they grew up to exploring how to show up in interpersonal relationships, they ponder what it means to be their authentic selves and create their own paths as Black women. ----Community Spotlight Ads Fontenelle ArtFontenelle Art provides fuses art, dance, and movement therapy for you to heal from the inside out. Fontenelle Art provides individual coaching, speaking, and a curriculum that focuses on aligning your inner self.You can experience all that Fontenelle Art has  offer by visiting: www.fontenelleart.com or follow them on Instagram at @fontenelleartA New Day Mental Wellness CenterA New Day Mental Wellness Center is a Chicago-based mental health, and social justice focused private practice counseling group that was established with the purpose of offering individuals, couples, family, and group therapy to teens, adults, and older adults.A New Day Mental Wellness Center offers Counseling, business consulting services, and holistic wellness care plans.To nourish your mental wellness you can get connected to their services at: www.anewdaymwc.org or give them a call to set up an appointment at: 312-702-0121---Join the Sista Afya Community!Join us at our upcoming workshops and groups to get community support with your mental wellness from women just like you.  Sign up to join our community at: www.sistaafya.com/services---About Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness:Sista Afya is a social enterprise based in Chicago that provides low-cost mental wellness services that center the experiences of Black women. We believe that by making mental wellness simple, accessible, affordable, and centered around Black women's experiences, more people will get what they need to have a full, whole life. Stay in touch with us by following us online on Instagram @sistaafya and on Facebook @sistaafya . Learn more about Sista Afya at: www.sistaafya.comSupport the show

Welcome to Soften the podcast Sis! In this first episode Softening the Hustle, Ammie, DeJada, Camesha, and Latania share their experiences with navigating the pressures of hustle culture, experiences with work, and defining ways that they can take care of themselves without getting caught up in comparison. ---Community Spotlight AdsCent(her)ed Collective supports Black women and girls with integrating holistic healing practices into their lives. Cent(her)ed Collective offers transformative retreats, community support circles, and healing workshops to take your well-being to the next level. You can save 10% off of their upcoming 2021 retreats by using the code: soften at check-out.Follow Cent(her)ed Collective on Instagram @centheredcollective and online at www.centheredcollective.com---Haji Healing Salon aims to inspire and support folks from all walks of life in sustainable healing to thrive. Haji Healing Salon offers Yoga/Meditation, Accupuncture, Reiki Healing and a variety of (online) healing lifestyle classes. If you want to have the Haji Healing experience you can apply for a Travelers Pass to get your first seven days of online classes for free. You can get started by visiting:  www.hajihealing.com and follow them on Instagram at: @hajihealingsalon----Join the Sista Afya Community!Join us at our upcoming workshops and groups to get community support with your mental wellness from women just like you.  Sign up to join our community at: www.sistaafya.com/services---About Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness: Sista Afya is a social enterprise based in Chicago that provides low-cost mental wellness services that center the experiences of Black women. We believe that by making mental wellness simple, accessible, affordable, and centered around Black women's experiences, more people will get what they need to have a full, whole life.Stay in touch with us by following us online on Instagram @sistaafya and on Facebook @sistaafya . Learn more about Sista Afya at: www.sistaafya.comSupport the show

Welcome to episode #9 of the PFWC Podcast. Today I sat down with Camesha Jones, LCSW, radical social worker and founder of Sista Afya. Sista Afya is a Mental Wellness Community that provides mental health resources and support at an affordable price for Black womxn in Chicago. Camesha opens up about her struggles with mental health and how she was able to use her experience to create Sista Afya.  You can learn more about Sista Afya at - https://www.sistaafya.com - and if you are interested in donating to the organization, you can do so there. You can also learn more about Camesha here, as well as via Linkedin. 

This year is heavy, right? As soon as you think you may be recovering from the impact of one issue, another one pops up, then another one, and it suddenly starts to feel like you are all alone in a list of spiraling issues. Even if you know there are no right now answers, how do you even begin to get through it? Sometimes sisterhood is needed for the heavy load. Not to make it go away but as a means of self care to be heard, understood, and supported. This week, I am talking with guests Camesha and Jennifer  about some of the current issues that are weighing us down. This conversation is to support each other and the many others who may be feeling the overwhelm of a pandemic, systemic injustice, racism, and more.   If you enjoy this episode be sure to subscribe and share with the women in your life.  To learn more about the host and other ways to work together visit IcedCoffeeandSelfCare.com Join my email list here and get your FREE guide for prioritizing self care. Follow the podcast on IG @IcedCoffeeandSelfCare

Dr. Camesha Grant is the Vice-President of Food Bank NYC. She takes some time to chat with the bros about the challenges of feeding already stressed communities since the COVID pandemic struck. A graduate of Virginia State and Fordham University, Dr. Grant reminds us that while most of us are inconvenienced...there are many that are struggling to feed families. Please head over to foodbanknyc.org and lend a hand. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Join Jessica and Camesha as they delve into their top four misconceptions of adulting, and what they’re going to leave behind in their respective new seasons of life!

Welcome to the Playbook podcast hosted by Jessica and Camesha. Jessica is a sonographer by profession but is also a wife, a mother and an enthusiast for fitness and life. Camesha is a teacher by profession but is also a girlfriend, an athletic sports coach and a lover of all things health and wellness. Together they have used their unique experiences and lessons that they’ve learned in the awkward adulting stage that so many of us are going through, to come together and provide a platform of guidance to others. There are no rules to life but there is the Playbook podcast!

Ready for another Iced Coffee and Self Care conversation? This week, host Latorsha brings in guest Camesha Gosha. Camesha is an author, blogger, producer, and mama motivator. In this interview episode the two dive into the self care conversation, the balance to making it all work, and guilty pleasures that are non-negotiable. Hit play and start your morning with these two as they share relatable truths and a few laughs. If you enjoy this episode be sure to subscribe to the podcast.  Follow on Instagram @icedcoffeeandselfcare Email Hello@latorshapeake.com for topic suggestions and to let us know what you are enjoying most on the podcast.

Good mental healthcare can literally save lives but Black people have a lot of barriers to entry when it comes to accessing good mental health services. This week I am joined by Camesha L. Jones, LSW, creator of Sista Afya, LLC. We discuss the particular issues affecting our mental health as Black people that are unique to our communities and experiences--things that don't get addressed in mainstream mental health discussions--and the challenges Black people, especially Black women, face in accessing mental healthcare. Camesha L. Jones, LSW is the Founder of Sista Afya, LLC. She has lived with a mental health condition for over 5 years and was able to overcome many challenges to achieve optimal mental wellness. Camesha created Sista Afya to help other Black women experiencing mental health challenges to get the information, community support, and the connection to resources necessary to be mentally well. She is a Radical Social Worker with an A.M. in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago and a B.A. in Sociology from Spelman College. She focuses on clinical and systems change in mental health and interpersonal violence prevention in African-American communities. Connect with Camesha at: www.sistaafya.com instagram.com/sistaafya facebook.com/sistaafya To support this podcast visit my Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/melanatedrising

Camesha Fox is the founder of The Reading Partnership, serving families in east Toronto. http://readingpartnership.com/ In this episode, she talks about the TRP's work teaching parents how to help their children read and why she is so passionate about literacy. Family engagement at its best.

Camesha L. Jones is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Sista Afya, LLC.She has lived with a mental health condition for over 4 years and was able to overcome many challenges to achieve optimal mental wellness. Camesha created Sista Afya to help other Black women experiencing mental health challenges to get the information, community support, and the connection to resources necessary to be mentally well. She is a Radical Social Worker with an A.M. in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago and a B.A. in Sociology from Spelman College. She focuses on clinical and systems change in mental health and interpersonal violence prevention in African- American communities. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/confessions-of-a-melanated-queen/support

Cameasha RM, The Confidence Architect, and lifestyle transformation coach share her story of how she stepped out of her comfort zone to start her coaching practice and how she helps women create their universe. In this special interview, Camesha and I chat about fear and how it holds us back from our true potential. We discuss how to live a happy and authentic life. And she tells us about one of her signature programs: Create your Universe and Own your Shit Challenge. Own your Sh*t Challenge starts June 13th. If you are inspired to take a leap of faith and finally do what you set out to do then join by going to www.ownyourshit.live To Schedule, a Coffee break with Cameasha go to www.mycoffeebreak.us Follow her on Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, SnapChat) by going to @CameashaRM ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Stephanie on Social Media @FWL_Steph - Instagram Fitness Wellness Life- Facebook www.fitnesswellnesslife.com Sponsors: Scribd- http://bit.ly/FWLBook Rocky's Natural Body Products- http://bit.ly/RockyBody Music by Ikson Spring --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanielopezgilmore/support