Chain Restaurants
Phillips Seafood – 601 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Cheesecake Factory - 201 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202
The Capital Grill - 500 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Morton’s Steakhouse - 300 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Kona Grill - 1 E Pratt St #103, Baltimore, MD 21202
Local Bars/ Restaurants
Watershed - 1065 S Charles St Suite 101, Baltimore, MD 21230 *
Loch Bar - 240 International Drive, Baltimore, MD 21202
The Choptank - 1641 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD 21231
The Elk Room - 1010 Fleet St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Rosas Bar & Grill - 1002 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230 *
*AmbassadorApproved
Seafood (can be somewhat pricey)
Captain James Seafood Palace – 2127 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21231
Angie’s Seafood - 1727 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21231
Mo’s Seafood - 219 S President St, Baltimore, MD 21202 *
Rusty Scupper - 402 Key Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21230
Mama's On the Half Shell - 2901
O'Donnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224 (about 3 miles away) *
Others (prices very)
Miss Shirley’s Café – 750 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202 (brunch)
Azumi - 725 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD 21202 (Japanese)
BLK Swan (Black owned) - 1302 Fleet St, Baltimore, MD 21202 (can be expensive)
Papi Cuisine (Black Owned) - 2 E Wells St #116, Baltimore, MD 21230
Nick’s Fish House - 2600 Insulator Dr, Baltimore, MD 21230 (about 3 miles away) *
As we gather for the 4th Annual Endometriosis Conference, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support throughout our journey. This conference marks a pivotal moment as we announce that it will be our last. Endo Black, Inc. is shifting its focus to prioritize extensive research initiatives and impactful programming for endometriosis.
Over the years, we've created a safe space for dialogue and sisterly bonds, fostering a community dedicated to advocating for African American women and women of color affected by endometriosis.This weekend's conference will be a celebration of our shared experiences, featuring empowering discussions on various aspects such as thriving with endometriosis, active participation in research, pelvic floor therapy, holistic approaches to management, and the impact of endometriosis on reproductive health in African American women.
As we transition, we invite you to join us in this collective effort to address the broader issues surrounding endometriosis through advocacy and education. Your continued support is invaluable, and we look forward to evolving together in our mission.
Lauren R. Kornegay Founder & Executive Director Endo Black, Inc.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2024
9:45 AM
10:10 AM
10:20 AM
DOORS OPEN (LOBBY)
WELCOMING
WELCOMING OF EB AMBASSADORS
MAIN PANEL DISCUSSION: IMPACT OF ENDOMETRIOSIS ON REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH IN AMERICAN 10:30 AM
11:30 AM
12:20 PM
1:30 PM
2:30 PM
3:20 PM - 4:00 PM
11:00 AM
11:45 AM
12:30 PM
1:15 PM
2:30 PM
SCREENING OF PSA
LUNCH & BREAK (VENDORS OPEN)
BREAKOUT SESSON ONE
BREAKOUT SESSION TWO
CLOSING REMARKS
SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
BRUNCH
THRIVING WITH ENDOMETRIOSIS
OPEN FLOOR
WELLNESS CHECK-IN
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACKNOWLEDGMENTS & CALL TO ACTION & CLOSING
Known as the “Endo Educator”, Samantha Denäe, CHHP, is a certified holistic feminine wellness practitioner & counselor, Endometriosis advocate, survivor, and educator. As the owner of Samantha Denâe, LLC, Samantha creates holistic herbal products, yoni steam blends, teas and incense all in the aid of healing reproductive disorders and to assist with the balancing of the sacral chakra.
Her “ENtouch Womb Detox Capsules” are a special blend of herbs that was created to help heal her endometriosis & is suited for healing stagnant blood flow and tissue in the uterine cavity thus creating a healthier period.
Dr. Arielle Dance mani Tyler
IMPACT OF ENDOMETRIOSIS ON REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH IN AFRICAN AMERICAN
BREAKOUT SESSION ONE
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN ENDOMETRIOSIS
CHRISTINE IVERY
TIFFANY DAVIS
DR. LATAASHA MURPHY
JULIA MANDEVILLE
DR. AMY HOLDA GUEYEWEINSTEIN
DR. JHUMKA GUPTA
SAMANTHA DENÄE, CHHP
DR. MELISSA MCHALE
ENGAGING IN ENDOMETRIOSIS RESEARCH: A PANEL DISCUSSION ON ACTIVE PARTICIPATION
SURRENDO - YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SONYA WORTHY OKOLO
DR. BRITA ALLGYER
NATALIE SOLOMONBRIMAGE
APRIL HARPER
MCKENZIE HARPE
Dr. Brita Allgyer, PT is a board-certified physical therapist and pelvic pain specialist. She is a Northern Virginia native who is driven by a passion for helping others achieve their optimal health and well-being. She has always had a love for helping people and understands firsthand what it's like to be a patient.
Throughout her 17-year career, Brita has become proficient in multiple modalities. She believes strongly in hands-on manual methods and takes a patient-centered, holistic approach to physical therapy. Her passion is women's health—particularly pelvic pain, endometriosis, bladder and sexual dysfunction, and postpartum care.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
Tiffany Davis, a native of Birmingham, AL, is a triple-board certified Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience. She is the Founder of Channeling Qi Health and Wellness and resides with endometriosis.With a professional journey marked by thriving with endometriosis and overcoming a prolonged recovery from COVID, Tiffany's passion is to extend holistic healing to individuals facing similar challenges.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
Known as the “Endo Educator”, Samantha Denäe, CHHP, is a certified holistic feminine wellness practitioner & counselor, Endometriosis advocate, survivor, and educator. As the owner of Samantha Denâe, LLC, Samantha creates holistic herbal products, yoni steam blends, teas and incense all in the aid of healing reproductive disorders and to assist with the balancing of the sacral chakra. Her “ENtouch Womb Detox Capsules” are a special blend of herbs that was created to help heal her endometriosis & is suited for healing stagnant blood flow and tissue in the uterine cavity thus creating a healthier period.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
Dr. Jhumka Gupta, ScD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Global and Community Health within the College of Health and Human Services. Her research program applies a social epidemiology framework toward advancing the science of gender-based violence against women and girls (e.g. intimate partner violence, sex trafficking). Specifically, she investigates the mental and reproductive health implications of gender-based violence and conducts intervention studies aimed at reducing violence against women. Her primary focus is with vulnerable populations, both within and outside of the United States, and includes refugees, immigrants, and communities impacted by conflict. She has authored or co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications on these topics.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
McKenzie Harpe is a storyteller and youth/family wellness specialist living in her rural hometown of Edison, GA. Throughout her personal challenges with endometriosis, McKenzie has spent time navigating and understanding holistic health through the art of storytelling. She deeply values the interconnected roles of self-advocacy, research, and creative expression as it relates to personal and community healing. Her love and passion for reproductive wellness runs infinitely, and she cherishes her ability to transmute pain into poetry. Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
April Harper embarked on her entrepreneurial journey inspired by her personal battle with endometriosis. Alongside her husband, she cofounded Harp Vision with the mission of providing all-natural solutions to enhance well-being. April is dedicated to understanding the intricate relationship between chronic pain, brain health, and skin quality. Beyond offering products, their commitment extends to building a thriving community that prioritizes holistic health.
Your support means the world to us, enjoy 10% off your purchase by using the code: endoblack.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
Christine M. Ivery, MPH, CHES is dedicated to addressing inequities in healthcare and mitigating issues within the Black infant and maternal mortality crisis. Her passion is to help all walks of life through disease and disparity prevention, as well as to make an impact in the communities she serves. As Founder and CEO of Public Health Jawn LLC, Christine provides consulting and coaching to various organizations within the field. Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
Julia Mandeville (nee Welch) earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with Microbiology from the University of West Indies, Cave Hill Campus (2010). She also holds a Master of Public Health with a specialization in Global Health from the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom. Julia is a PhD (doctoral) Public Health student, specializing in Social and Behavioral Sciences at George Mason University (GMU) in the United States of America. In 2014, she received her diagnosis of severe endometriosis, which was determined to be the underlying cause for the multiple academic and career disruptions she experienced due to chronic debilitating pain. Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
Dr. Melissa McHale, M.D., is a gynecologic surgeon and endometriosis excision specialist practicing in Bethesda, MD at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. She grew up in Washington, DC, and feels passionately about providing outstanding endometriosis care in the DMV. Dr. McHale attended Boston University School of Medicine and completed her OB/GYN residency at Johns Hopkins before completing a two-year fellowship with Dr. Andrea Vidali, a world-renowned surgeon specializing in endometriosis, miscarriage, and reproductive immunology. Dr McHale’s focus is on surgical management of endometriosis for both pain management and fertility.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com
Dr. Latasha N. Murphy, M.D., FACOG, is a skilled Board Certified gynecologist and surgeon in The Gynecology Center at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Her pleasant and warm personality puts patients at ease. This allows for open conversation and a plan tailored to each patient’s needs. Dr. Murphy has been recognized by her peers as a “Top Doctor” in Baltimore magazine.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com
Natalie A. Solomon-Brimage, the resilient founder of Meraki Life & Style, LLC, propelled by two decades of triumph over chronic pain and a relentless pursuit of self-actualization. Diagnosed with Stage IV Endometriosis almost 25 years ago, Natalie transforms her journey into a testament of strength.
From agonizing years since she was finally diagnosed in college at the age of 19, to enduring 20+ OB/GYN consultations, 5+ surgeries, and a challenging hysterectomy decision, Natalie faces each hurdle with unwavering resilience. Battling one 10cm fibroid and multiple smaller ones, severe Adenomyosis, and an unexpected diagnosis like Craniopharyngioma, a rare brain tumor, she persists as an EndoWarrior.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) was developed to ensure that the experiences and perspectives of Black and Latina adolescent girls who have endometriosis are incorporated directly into the development of a serious gaming health intervention to increase empathy and reduce stigma associated with endometriosis.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com.
Sonya Worthy Okolo, PT is a native of Asheville, NC. As a graduate of University of Maryland Baltimore, she has over 25 years of experience and loves what she does! After her own (O.A.S.I.S.) birth trauma, an interest was sparked in pelvic floor therapy with dreams of better for herself and others… a place of ease, prevention, and recovery. She is the founder of Oasis PT & Pelvic Health with offices in Columbia, MD and Bethesda, MD.
Sonya has extensive postgraduate pelvic health training and specializes in treating chronic pelvic pain, infertility, bladder, bowel, and sexual health conditions. Her multi-system skill set includes functional & sports-specific training, advanced manual therapy including Visceral Mobilization, Myofascial Release, and Osteopathic Joint Mobilization. Read more at www.endoblackconference.com. .
Dr. Gueye-Weinstein is a highly respected and renowned OBGYN, boardcertified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She completed her rigorous training at Johns Hopkins, one of the most prestigious medical institutions in the world. Her expertise in the field of OBGYN has earned her recognition as one of the top doctors in both the United States and internationally. Dr. Gueye-Weinstein is sought after as a tertiary referral for second opinions and challenging cases.
Read more at www.endoblackconference.com
Endo Black, Incorporated is a black-women-led organization advocating for African American women and women of color living with endometriosis in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area and established in April 2019 and incorporated in April 2020 by Lauren R. Kornegay.
The organization addresses advocacy for endometriosis among African American women and women of color, providing a safe space, producing opportunities for endo-sisterly love, educational and enriching programs with a wealth load of beneficial resources.
Engaging, educating, and encouraging endo sisters everywhere.
To create an atmosphere of support because no one should feel alone.
To create endo-sisterly love, genuine bonds, and friendships.
To create opportunities for education on women’s reproductive health in the community.
To create a dialogue around what policies, laws, and regulations need to be changed to meet the needs of women affected by endometriosis.
Endo Black, Incorporated is dedicated to implementing programs that focus on enhancing a safe environment, health equity, and the educational wellbeing of the local community.
The E.B. Program Targets include four program targets tailored to advance the mission of Endo Black, Incorporated, with four (4) commitments to sustainable service.
The four program targets are:
Changing the Narrative (Risk Factors & Pain Management)
Health Equity and Racial Injustice
Women's Reproductive Health and Wellness
Social Impact
TheEmpoweringEndoSistascampaign’s purposeistopromoteendometriosis screenings,ensureaccuratediagnoses, andencourageAfricanAmericanwomen tobecomeactivepatients.
Joinusthroughoutthemonthleadingup toMarch,EndometriosisAwareness Month,inengagingdiscussionsabout EmpoweringEndoSistas.Use #EmpoweringEndoSistasonsocialmedia andsharethegraphicshere.Wehopeto seeyouinBaltimore,MDandAtlanta,GA.
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Downloadat www.empoweringendo-sistas.com
Joinusforanengagingeventfeaturinginfluentialfiguresfromtheendometriosis community.Ourpanel,comprisingadvocates,patients,anddistinguishedmedical professionals,willdriveacandidconversationaddressingtheuniquechallenges facedbyAfricanAmericanwomen.Additionally,anintimatefiresidechatonthe intersectionofintimacyandendometriosispromisesvaluableinsights.Theevent willbehostedinAtlanta,GA,leavingyoufulfilledandempowered,readytotakean activeroleinyourhealthjourney.
MARCH23,2024
DOORSOPENAT
12:30PM
PLYWOODPLACE
933LEEST.SWB1
ATLANTA,GA30318
WEDNESDAY,MARCH27,2024
AT6PM
OXONHILL,MD
TUESDAY,APRIL9,2024 10:30AMTO10:00PM
ALEXANDRIA,VA
A special thank you goes out to our 2023 Endo Black Allies and Advocates Conference Committee
Lauren R. Kornegay, Founder & Executive Director
Ayana Williams, Content Creation
Cristian Staten, Ambassador Liaison
Iyabo Alli, Photographer
Jasmine Lusane, Volunteer Coordinator
Kimether Redmon, Workshop Facilitator
Melanie Xavier-Duhart, Treasury Analyst
Mia Ray, Researcher
Roneisha Simpson, Creative Communicator
Nicholle Igbinyemi, Writer
Raeshonda Swales, Corresponding Secretary
Sabrina Fulghum, Ambassador Admin Support
Taryn Crawford, Ambassador Admin Support
Teri Jenkins, Program Training Specialist
Terie Coley, Endo Black Volunteer
Vonnice Boone
Ashley Drakeford
Ashlei Stevens
Shannon Thomas
Art Aure
Astringe Covington
Marcus Daniels
Daisha Smith
Welcome to our 2024 Endo Black Ambassadors. Also, take a look at our Ambassador Leadership Team.
AdilahAkbar Herndon,VA
AdrienneFaulcon Matthews,NC
DaneikaGriffin WindsorMill,MD
CristinaStaten AmbassadorLiaison
SabrinaFulghum Ambassador Assistant
TarynCrawford Ambassador Assistant
TeriCabera ProgramTraining Specialist
KimeraBroadie UpperMarlboro,MD
HopeCrawford Chantilly,VA
Dr.ArielleDance WestOrange,NJ
JessicaJacksonBanks Alexandria,VA
KaylaJohnson FourOaks,NC
CrystalLatimer Columbus,SC
JamilaShareefMcFarlane Alexandria,VA
BrittanieMorgan Baltimore,MD
KorieMorehead Rochestar,PA
ImaniTyler DrexelHill,PA
DerelynWilliams Atlanta,GA
TyreshaWilliams CapitolHeights, MD
TroyWynne Washington,DC
DeniseLaindley Brooklyn,NY
Who We Are:
The Peach Corps is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for individuals with endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, and the chronic health conditions associated with these illnesses. PEACH stands for PCOS, endometriosis, adenomyosis, chronic pain, and hope.
Event: The Peach Corps 2024 Conference
Date: May 17-19, 2024
Location: Hyatt Place Yonkers 7000 Mall Walk, Yonkers NY 10704
The Peach Corps 2024 Conference is a patient-centered conference designed to empower individuals with endometriosis, adenomyosis, and PCOS. It will feature in-depth sessions on endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, chronic pelvic pain, advocacy, and mental health. Speakers will share the most up-to-date research and clinical best practices focusing on patient/person empowerment and helping individuals improve their overall quality of life.
Event website: https://peachcorps.org/conference
Thank you to all of the supporters and sponsors of our 2024 Endo Black Allies and Advocates Conference.
Donate to a donation via PayPal (paypal.me/endoblack) or P.O. Box 348 Oxon Hill, MD 20750
Grab your discount codes
Use code: endoblack for 10% off at Harp Vision.
To learn more about Endo Black, Inc.
Email: info@endoblack org
Website: https://www.endoblack.org
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