Progress Center for Black Women

09/06/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month💜

This message is deeply personal for me because I am a su***de attempt survivor.

There was a time when the pain felt heavier than the hope—when I could not see beyond the moment I was in. But I survived. I stayed. And today, I am living a life I once could not imagine.

Crash Box Therapy was built from that journey. It was created to give people a safe space to release what they have been carrying, reconnect with themselves, and remember that healing is possible.

To anyone struggling silently: your life matters. Your story is not over. Please give yourself the chance to see what can exist beyond this painful moment. You do not have to carry it alone🫂

And to my fellow survivors: I see you. I honor your strength. I am grateful that you are still here. 💜🙌🏾✨

If you need immediate emotional support, call or text 988 anytime to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

***dePreventionMonth

09/04/2026

Come spend a Sunday afternoon with us at the Progress Center for Black Women for good books, good conversation, and good folks!

🗓 Sunday, September 20, 2026
🕰 1pm – 3pm
📍30 W Mifflin St., STE 702, Madison, WI

🔗 Learn more & register: centerforblackwomen.org/events/silent-book-club/

08/30/2026

Come spend a Sunday afternoon with us at the Progress Center for Black Women for good books, good conversation, and good folks!

Sunday, September 20, 2026
1pm – 3pm
30 W Mifflin St., STE 702, Madison, WI

Learn more & register: https://www.centerforblackwomen.org/events/silent-book-club/

08/15/2026

Tickets are $50.

07/31/2026

It’s that time of year!

🎒📚 Back-to-school season is almost here!

The 31st Annual Virginia and Perry Henderson Back to School Celebration is a wonderful opportunity for Dane County students and families to get ready for the new school year.

Students can receive a free backpack (one per student) while supplies last. Families must attend together, and students must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026
⏰ 8:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Madison College – Truax Campus
1750 Wright St., Madison

Thank you to the 100 Black Men of Madison, Inc. and all community partners for helping students start the school year prepared and ready to learn! ✨

07/09/2026

SAVE THIS POST FOR LATER. 📌

I've been hearing it a lot lately: "When are we gonna see more of Carla?" Well cuties, we are in full swing of events and I am so excited to see you at some (or all) of these.

The Soft Hour happens on every fourth Saturday of the Month where you can talk about anything and everything

The Pleasure Table is diving into real topics this summer, peri/menopause with Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin and pleasure and movement at Miss Pole. And Glow & Gather is our annual celebration of Black womanhood with The River Food Pantry on August 30.

Which ones are you coming to? Drop it below or tag a friend who needs to see this.

07/08/2026

“Brooklyn Doby — also known by her artist name B.Denae Artistry — is the artist in residence at Art House 360 in Verona this month. Doby will be available for one-on-one conversations, displaying her work during the meet and greet.

"This will be an opportunity to hear about my artistic journey and to just connect with the community and have fun, mix n' mingle and celebrate the creative arts of the world," said Doby.

The event is Thursday, July 9, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Art House 360.”

Brooklyn Doby — also known by her artist name B.Denae Artistry — is the artist in residence at Art House 360 in Verona this month. Doby will be available for