The conversation helped raise the awareness about safety resources for women, ways to advocate for women and the ever-present need to protect Black women at all times.

The #AskHer conversation was moderated by Erika Totten, a leading practitioner in healing, liberation and community building for Black women. Guests included Grantee Partners Roberta Eaton, Interim Executive Director of DeafDAWN and Koube Ngaaje, President and CEO of DASH, and also included Millicent Shaw Phipps, Director Legal Programs, Ujima.

Read the full article about protecting Black women by Mercy Chikowore at Washington Area Women's Foundation.