Hear from Dulce Galicia, Policy and Advocacy Organizing Manager at FIERCE, as she shares what brought her back to the organization and why this work matters so deeply. For Dulce, FIERCE is more than a job. It’s a place where advocacy, healing, and community care come together to create lasting impact.

Lauren McCollins, CoCo Doulas Program Coordinator, reflects on how FIERCE Advocates centers relationships, reignites dreams, and walks with families at every stage of life. From early childhood through every transition that follows, Lauren shares how FIERCE’s “birth to beyond” model ensures no one is ever out of reach or left behind.

Watch Coco Doula, Alaafia Shambe, share how FIERCE is transforming birth outcomes and building lasting support for Black families. From prenatal care to school advocacy, Alaafia speaks to the deep impact of having someone by your side every step of the way.

Shukura Lattier, FIERCE’s Health and Wellness Program Coordinator, speaks to the leadership she sees rising, especially among Black women who are choosing to lead not just for their children but for collective healing and growth. A Richmond native and longtime youth advocate, Shukura reflects on what it means to light a spark and watch others carry it forward.