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Big news for our Community!  Introducing The Community Shield Plan, life and health insurance made for YOU, starting at just $675JM. Whether you're self-employed, freelance, or working a 9-5, this one's for the WE-Change Community Group. No one should have to choose between coverage and covering the bills. 📲 Pre-enrollment is OPEN NOW. Have questions? Send us a dm!

Your sexual health matters, and so does having access to the right care! From HIV and syphilis screenings to general sexual health checks, knowing your status and staying informed are essential parts of taking care of YOU. 🩺 In this episode of our Sexual & Reproductive Health FAQ series, we're breaking down the services that support your health, well-being, and peace of mind.  When was the last time you prioritised your sexual health? Join us at the WE-Change Sexual & Reproductive Health Festival & Fair on November 28, 2026, from 10 AM–4 PM, as we continue making health information and resources more accessible!

🚨 LAST CALL FOR VENDORS! 🚨 The countdown is on!  Vendor applications for the WE-Change Sexual and Reproductive Health Festival and Fair close TOMORROW!  Are you a small business owner, entrepreneur, or creative looking for an opportunity to showcase your products and services? This is your chance to connect with the community and be part of an exciting day of health, wellness, empowerment, and celebration!  Saturday, November 28, 2026 Kingston, Jamaica 10 AM – 4 PM Don't miss your chance to be part of the experience!

One year after Hurricane Melissa, what does recovery look like for the communities most affected? WE-Change Jamaica reflects on our work, the relief efforts, the people we encountered and the journey that continues long after the storm.Watch our reflection on one year of recovery. instagram.com/reels/DfU5qZOg…

Got questions about our Sexual and Reproductive Health Fair & Festival? We’ve got answers! 💗 WE-Change is bringing a day of health, wellness, education and celebration to Kingston on Saturday, November 28, 2026. From sexual and reproductive health services to mental health support, this is an opportunity to prioritise your well-being, access important services and connect with resources in a welcoming space. Save the date, spread the word and bring a friend! Have questions? Drop them in the comments below!

WE-Change Ja showed up and showed OUT in pink! On October 25, 2026, we joined hundreds at Emancipation Park for the WE-Change Ja Pink Run-running, walking, dancing, laughing, and taking up space for women's health. From the start line with pink balloons to aerobics in the park, to hugs, selfies, and our team repping  "Run for the Cause. Run for Community." Awareness matters because breast cancer affects all of us. When we run together, we remind each other to check, to get screened, to support our sisters in treatment, and to never face it alone. Thank you to everyone who ran, cheered, and wore pink with purpose! Tag us in your Pink Run pics! Who did you spot?

TRUE or FALSE: Breast Cancer Edition  When it comes to breast cancer, myths can do real harm. They can give us a false sense of security or stop us from getting checked when we should. Knowing the facts helps you take charge of your health and Dr. Miller is here to separate fact from fiction. Tell us, how many did you get right? 👇

What happens when we uphold the very systems that harm us? Patriarchy can show up in our relationships, our communities and the expectations we place on each other. Being queer does not automatically mean we have unlearned control, rigid gender roles or the belief that someone must hold power over someone else. This is an invitation to reflect, without blaming people for their own oppression. What have we been taught to accept, and what are we willing to challenge? Our liberation calls us to question the power we experience and the power we exercise. 💛

Reproductive justice is about more than reproductive rights. It is about choice, dignity, autonomy, and the conditions we need to live and thrive. 💜 Coined in 1994 by Black women activists, the reproductive justice framework reminds us that our rights cannot be separated from the social, economic, and political realities that shape our lives. Through the work of SisterSong and generations of Black feminist organisers, reproductive justice continues to challenge us to think beyond access to healthcare and consider what it truly means to have control over our bodies, our futures, and our families. In Jamaica and across the Caribbean, this means confronting the barriers that prevent women, LGBTQIA+ people, and marginalised communities from making decisions about their bodies safely and freely. On November 28, 2026, WE-Change Jamaica will host our Sexual and Reproductive Health Festival and Fair, creating space for health education, free screenings, wellness activities, meaningful conversations, and community connection. Join us as we continue exploring what reproductive justice looks like in practice and how we can build healthier, safer, and more informed communities. What does reproductive justice mean to you? 💜

Your experience matters. Your voice can help shape better disaster response. 💛 On October 12, 2026, WE-Change Jamaica will launch research to hear directly from people who received our assistance after Hurricane Melissa. We want to understand how the hurricane affected you and your household, your experience accessing our support, whether it met your needs safely and with dignity, and what challenges remain as you recover. If you’re contacted, we invite you to share your experience through our recipient survey. Participation is voluntary, your responses are confidential, and choosing whether to participate will not affect any current or future assistance.Your feedback will help strengthen our gender-responsive, rights-based approach to disaster preparedness and response, informing future strategies, protocols, training and advocacy.

Your experience matters. Your voice can help shape better disaster response. 💛 On October 12, 2026, WE-Change Jamaica will launch research to hear directly from people who received our assistance after Hurricane Melissa. We want to understand how the hurricane affected you and your household, your experience accessing our support, whether it met your needs safely and with dignity, and what challenges remain as you recover. If you’re contacted, we invite you to share your experience through our recipient survey. Participation is voluntary, your responses are confidential, and choosing whether to participate will not affect any current or future assistance.Your feedback will help strengthen our gender-responsive, rights-based approach to disaster preparedness and response, informing future strategies, protocols, training and advocacy.

Your experience matters. Your voice can help shape better disaster response. 💛 On October 12, 2026, WE-Change Jamaica will launch research to hear directly from people who received our assistance after Hurricane Melissa. We want to understand how the hurricane affected you and your household, your experience accessing our support, whether it met your needs safely and with dignity, and what challenges remain as you recover. If you’re contacted, we invite you to share your experience through our recipient survey. Participation is voluntary, your responses are confidential, and choosing whether to participate will not affect any current or future assistance.Your feedback will help strengthen our gender-responsive, rights-based approach to disaster preparedness and response, informing future strategies, protocols, training and advocacy. Swipe to learn more and meet the research team. Together, we can build a response that better reflects our communities’ needs.

There’s a place for you on our team! 💜 WE-Change is looking for volunteers to help bring our Sexual and Reproductive Health Festival and Fair to life. Help us create a welcoming space for community, care and conversations that matter. We need support with: - Digital media - Booth and table setup -  Guest support and directions - Registration and Welcome Ready to get involved? Click the link in our bio to apply by October 30, 2026. Tag someone you’d love to volunteer with! ✨

An exploratory study of body image, body satisfaction, and body dissatisfaction in transgender and nonbinary Jamaicans is being conducted. DM @uwiperceptionresearchja to take part in a no more than 90-minute interview if you're an 18+ Jamaican who identifies as transgender or nonbinary, or share this with a friend who may be interested in participating!  This study is being conducted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and was approved by the Mona Campus Research Ethics Committee (MCREC).

This Breast Cancer Month we are sponsoring mammograms for 5 women over the age of 40. Spots are first come, first served. DM us for more information and to register. Swipe for the details, and share this post with someone who could benefit. Let’s show up for ourselves and each other. 💜