Black Women's Labor: A Labor Day Conversation on Care & Economic Justice
About this Event
Across North Carolina, families are navigating rising costs, unstable work, growing caregiving responsibilities, and persistent inequities in maternal health and access to care. Black women, in particular, are often being asked to carry more while receiving less support, fewer protections, and fewer pathways to economic stability.
Join Oxfam America, Forward Justice, and the North Carolina Black Alliance for a community event that will bring lived experience into dialogue with policy.
We’ll hear directly from Black working women, caregivers, workers, and community members, while creating space for advocates and policymakers to respond and identify opportunities for meaningful action.
Expect powerful community stories, honest conversation, opportunities to connect with local leaders, and concrete ways to take action.
Come for the food and fellowship. Stay for the stories, solutions, and a chance to help shape a stronger future for North Carolina families.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Community Reception
Info: Enjoy appetizers, connect with fellow attendees, and meet community leaders, advocates, and partners from across North Carolina.
🕑: 06:10 PM - 06:30 PM
The State of Black Working Women & Birthing People
Info: A look at the economic and health realities affecting Black women and families, including workforce instability, caregiving pressures, and maternal health inequities.
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PM
Community Stories: Work, Care & Economic Security
Info: Hear directly from North Carolinians about how policy decisions show up in everyday life.
🕑: 07:15 PM - 07:45 PM
Community Conversation
Info: Attendees will have an opportunity to share perspectives, ask questions, and discuss the challenges and solutions that matter most to their communities.
🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:15 PM
Policymaker Response & Commitments
Info: Invited policymakers and leaders will respond to what they’ve heard and discuss tangible opportunities to support workers, caregivers, and families.
🕑: 08:15 PM - 08:30 PM
Take Action & Closing
Info: Learn how to stay involved through civic engagement, contacting elected officials, voting, and other opportunities to help move the conversation forward.
Where is it happening?
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