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A heartfelt thank you to Melinda French Gates and Pivotal for once again expanding their commitment to women’s health across the globe. In 2025, Health Imperatives was the proud recipient of $2.5 million to enhance programs for the women we serve in Southeastern MA & the Cape and Islands. We are extremely grateful for your generosity, wisdom and committment to helping us keep the women we serve healthy, safe, strong and economically secure.

Opinion | Melinda French Gates: Women, We Deserve Better Than This Too many women walk out of their doctors’ office with no diagnosis, no treatment and no plan.

Health Imperatives celebrates Pride Month every day!

We believe every person deserves access to high-quality healthcare, support services, and opportunities to thrive, regardless of sexual orientation, gender, identity, or gender expression.

As we recognize Pride Month, we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community while strengthening our commitment to inclusive, affirming care and creating environments where all individuals feel seen, respected and supported.

We are proud to stand alongside our many partners and the communities. we serve and remain dedicated to advancing health equity across Southeastern, Massachusetts, and the Cape & Islands.

Let’s continue to work together to build, healthier, safer, and stronger communities for everyone!

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Continuing our celebration of - we know that sometimes self-care starts with the smallest things.

Did you get enough sleep last night?
Drink enough water?
Take a deep breath?
Ask for help when you need it?
Listen to music that lifted your mood?

How many can you check off today?

Self-care isn’t selfish – it’s essential. Your physical, emotional, and mental health matter. Give yourself permission to slow down, recharge, and prioritize, YOU!

Drop your number in the comments – how many have you done today?

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Exciting news to share! After 13 years at the helm of Health Imperatives, Julia Kehoe has announced she’s concluding her tenure as CEO. Today, the Board of Directors has announced that Stephanie Brown, CEO of Casa Myrna, will lead the organization beginning September 14th. Please join us in congratulating both of these remarkable women. Visit our website link in bio to learn more!

Women’s Health Week (and month) remind us that access to care changes lives.

Health Imperatives is proud to support women across Southeastern Massachusetts and the Cape & Islands by providing sexual and reproductive healthcare, survivor services, nutrition, support, housing, assistance, and more.

As a 2025 recipient of a $2.5 million grant through Global Action for Women’s Health, we are able to expand critical services for women who need them most.

Because when women thrive, we all benefit! Visit our website in bio for more about us and our services.

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Thanks to everyone who joined us last week for The Art of Healing - a survivor-led art show and open mic night. Special thanks to all who shared their stories and those who supported them. And a big shout out goes to Aysha Polcano, our Community Outreach Associate and Ellie Guiliani, our Communications and Outreach Advocate for running the event!

Some photos to share from last week’s Art of Healing - a survivor-led art show and open mic night. Thanks to all who shared their stories and those who supported them. Special thanks to Aysha Polanco, our Community Outreach Associate and Ellie Giuliani our Communications and Outreach Advocate for organizing this special evening!

Join us tomorrow night for the Art of Healing, a survivor-led art show and open mic night. Hope to see you at Brockton Public Library from 6-7:30 p.m. for an evening of community, expression and healing.

Together, we can break the cycle of violence by challenging the myths and promoting the facts. We stand with and support survivors. Our 24/7 sexual assault and r**e crisis center hotline can be reached at 508–5 88–8255.

At Health Imperatives, listening and learning are at the heart of what we do. This Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we’re sharing a few powerful reads that have stayed with us.