COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS AARTH
Grocery Give-Away
THURSDAY, JULY 17 | 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
In partnership with the Emergency Feeding Program AARTH will be providing free food boxes, which contains a mix of perishable, and non-perishable food items. No ID, or proof of residence is required. Food boxes are limited to prevent food waste. Online registration is required. Pick up will be at the Rocket Community Fitness, 5720 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, 98118.
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Series
Classes continue every Tuesday through July 22
12:00-2:30 PM | Online
Retiring, But Not Leaving the Fight
We extend our heartfelt gratitude and congratulations to Dr Renee McCoy, who will officially retire from her position as HIV Programs Manager at AARTH as of July 1. Dr. McCoy has been a foundational leader, visionary, and tireless advocate for health justice, HIV education, and the creation of safe spaces for the Black LGBTQ community
Although she is stepping down from her formal role, Dr. McCoy will remain closely connected to AARTH as a consultant, providing support through trainings and collaborative efforts to educate, eradicate HIV, and support LGBTQ communities Within that context she will continue as the co-investigator of AARTH’s research project, It Takes a Village, which explores the survival strategies of Black longterm survivors of HIV Her leadership and presence in key community health initiatives reflective of the mission of AARTH will also continue These include the Sankofa Health Collaborative, a network of organizations and individuals working to address health inequities for BIPOC communities, and the Ending HIV/AIDS One Prayer at a Time Campaign, which addresses HIV through spiritual activities She enthusiastically remains committed to the mission and visions of AARTH and excited to be part of our emerging efforts to create healthy communities
We are honored to have been led by her wisdom and passion, and look forward to the ongoing contributions she will make in this next chapter of her life Thank you, Dr McCoy, for your unwavering commitment and lasting impact
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for the 2025 PNW Black Pride Weekend a vibrant celebration filled with pride, fun, and powerful community connection.
AARTH TEAM
Vinson Latimore Interim Director vinsonl@aarth org
Twanda Hill Interim Co-Director twandah@aarth org
Ramona Shyne Program Manager ramonas@aarth.org
Ebony Harrison Training Coordinator ebonyh@aarth org
Feben Girmai Training Coordinator febeng@aarth.org
Shakira Mungai Office Administrator shakiram@aarth.org
Kimberly Breland Accountant
Yolanda Drew Consultant yolandad@aarth org
Dr. Renee McCoy Consultant
AARTH is a proud sponsor of 2025 Black Pride and will be there in full support. Come visit us, engage in the work, and celebrate with pride and solidarity
Thank you to our Community Partners
Physical Address 1111 Harvard Ave Seattle, WA 98122 206.850.2070
Mailing Address PO BOX 428 Renton, WA 98057
AARTH is able to provide the workshops and classes for FREE thanks to grants and support from our sponsors.
