Over 50 Black women came together for a day of rest, healing, and connection at FIERCE Advocates’ Sanctuary Conference. From sound baths and creative expression to meaningful conversations, participants left inspired, supported, and renewed.

Parents and caregivers across Contra Costa County spent five powerful weeks building leadership skills, practicing real advocacy tools, and connecting with local decision-makers. Explore the stories and impact from this transformative Fall 2025 program.

Families kicked off the school year with joy, connection, and essential resources. From pony rides and youth performances to backpacks full of supplies, the Jump Off brought our community together to celebrate student success and shared support.

FIERCE Advocates celebrated two decades of community, empowerment, and connection at our 20th Anniversary Block Party. From Zumba and line dancing to cultural performances and family fun, the day honored the joy and spirit that make our community thrive.

A four-part cooking workshop brought families together to explore the 70/30 diet: a balanced, sustainable approach rooted in flavor, culture, and care. Together, we learned how small shifts in our plates can support our bodies, our families, and the planet.

Families and neighbors came together for holistic wellness at the Unity in the Community Health & Resource Fair. From life coaching to doula support and essential giveaways, the event highlighted the power of accessible care and collective well-being.

FIERCE’s Brilliance of Brotherhood creates safe, intergenerational spaces for men to grow, connect, and strengthen families and communities. Over 20 years, programs like this show how healing and leadership ripple outward, shaping stronger, healthier neighborhoods.

FIERCE Advocates brought neighbors together at the Back to School Bash to envision a safer, more vibrant Humphrey Playlot. Through games, art, and community dialogue, residents shared ideas to reclaim and reimagine this vital neighborhood space.