Hey Ms. Parker

People are losing their SNAP benefits, and too many are responding with silence or judgment. Food insecurity isn’t a character flaw; it’s a crisis of circumstance. One layoff, one medical bill, one unexpected setback can change everything, and when it does, survival shouldn’t depend on shame. SNAP and WIC were never about handouts. They were created to keep families fed and children healthy when life falls apart. That’s humanity, not charity. You are not better than someone on welfare - just luckier. Leaders and policymakers should remember: dignity isn’t a privilege. It’s a responsibility. #SNAPBenefits  🎨Liberal Jane Illustration

Leadership in women’s health means amplifying research, equity, and representation. Proud to see that in action at the Black Women in Clinical Research Conference. Too often, the conversation about women’s health leadership focuses on access and advocacy, both essential, but leaves out a critical piece of the story: representation in science itself. The Black Women in Clinical Research Conference reminded me that true progress occurs when women who’ve been excluded from research, leadership, and decision-making positions are finally shaping the data, driving innovation, and leading conversations about care. Black women are not only subjects of health data; we are producers of knowledge, innovators, and bridge builders. Our lived experience, cultural insight, and community relationships strengthen the integrity and relevance of women’s health research. That’s the story too few people tell. As leaders, we have an obligation to ensure that every study, every policy, and every program refl...