Urban Training Research Advocacy Institute & Network (U-TRAIN)
Welcome to the Urban Training, Research, Advocacy, Institute, and Network (U-Train) program at Sustain Equity Group (SEG). This trauma-informed leadership development program is designed specifically for Black women who are active in violence prevention and intervention work in their communities.
Our U-Train trauma informed, and culturally competent program is unique. We've selected twelve Black women from seven different states, all of whom have made valuable contributions to gun violence prevention organizations. Despite their important work, these women often lack the emotional support, financial resources, and infrastructure needed to advance as professionals. Our U-Train program aims to fill these gaps, providing participants with the tools and resources they need to succeed.
Our goal is to educate and inform our participants about the importance of mentorship, self-care, leadership development, career advancement, and economic mobility and to support them as they take the necessary steps towards their career growth in violence prevention and intervention. We want them to leave our program feeling empowered, equipped, and ready to make a difference in thier community.
Our unique position is our focus on the specific needs of Black women working in violence prevention and intervention. We understand the unique challenges they face, and we're here to provide the resources, support, and community they need to overcome them.
Our U-Train trauma informed, and culturally competent program is unique. We've selected twelve Black women from seven different states, all of whom have made valuable contributions to gun violence prevention organizations. Despite their important work, these women often lack the emotional support, financial resources, and infrastructure needed to advance as professionals. Our U-Train program aims to fill these gaps, providing participants with the tools and resources they need to succeed.
Our goal is to educate and inform our participants about the importance of mentorship, self-care, leadership development, career advancement, and economic mobility and to support them as they take the necessary steps towards their career growth in violence prevention and intervention. We want them to leave our program feeling empowered, equipped, and ready to make a difference in thier community.
Our unique position is our focus on the specific needs of Black women working in violence prevention and intervention. We understand the unique challenges they face, and we're here to provide the resources, support, and community they need to overcome them.
Welcome to the inaugural cohort to participate in the U-TRAIN program! (Jan-Dec 2022):
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U-Train cohort consists of women who are in search of healing for themselves and their communities. They have stepped up to the plate to embrace the opportunity to gain leadership training to effect change. Sustain Equity Group's leadership works with the women in the initial U-Train cohort, seeking avenues to support their vision and mission while protecting them from exploitation. The evolution to realizing the U-Train program has woven through building their trust, identifying their unique needs, and developing a curriculum that will help them obtain funding and sustain leadership efforts in their communities. 100 Black Women & Girls has identified mentors and leaders in disciplines such as wellness, public speaking, and other key areas of leadership development to support this cohort."
- Dr. Portia Jackson Preston, assistant professor of public health at California State University, Fullerton |
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Wellness Retreat
Welcome to the Wellness Retreat at Sustain Equity Group (SEG), a transformative sanctuary specifically designed for Black women who are advocate homicide survivors and co-survivors. Our retreat is more than just a getaway; it's a lifeline, a place of healing, growth, and empowerment.
Did you know that society has studied the needs of pandas more than the wellbeing of Black women and girls impacted by violence? While we value the importance of wildlife conservation, we believe that Black women and girls deserve the same level of attention, care, and resources.
Our Wellness Retreat aims to address this disparity by providing a safe and supportive environment where survivors can connect, heal, and thrive. We remove the financial burden from participants through corporate sponsorship, grants, and private donations, making this transformative experience accessible to all.
Our goal is to educate and inform our participants about the importance of self-care and healing, and to support them to take the necessary steps towards their wellbeing. We want them to leave our retreat feeling empowered, rejuvenated, and ready to take on the world.
Did you know that society has studied the needs of pandas more than the wellbeing of Black women and girls impacted by violence? While we value the importance of wildlife conservation, we believe that Black women and girls deserve the same level of attention, care, and resources.
Our Wellness Retreat aims to address this disparity by providing a safe and supportive environment where survivors can connect, heal, and thrive. We remove the financial burden from participants through corporate sponsorship, grants, and private donations, making this transformative experience accessible to all.
Our goal is to educate and inform our participants about the importance of self-care and healing, and to support them to take the necessary steps towards their wellbeing. We want them to leave our retreat feeling empowered, rejuvenated, and ready to take on the world.