Chocolate Milk Movie Screening on 8/27/21
For immediate release
August 26, 2021
In honor of Black Breastfeeding week, BLACK MOTHERS IN POWER will host a movie screening of the documentary film: CHOCOLATE MILK: The Documentary on Friday, August 27 at 6PM at Penn Cinema Riverfront.
The film is an exploration of the racial divide in breastfeeding.
Black Mothers in Power (BMIP) is a Black women led non-profit organization dedicated to Black maternal health. Since the organization’s inception in 2019, BMIP has been committed to the health and wellbeing of Black women and children and has maintained the core value of being “unapologetically Black.”
“From the very beginning, we committed ourselves to being unapologetically Black, and as we continue to grow, that value will never change,” said Shamarla McCoy, a spokesperson for the organization.
“Our allies, include non-Black men and women who understand that Black women have historically carried the weight of this nation and has continued to do so. If you say that Black lives matter on your bumper sticker or window pane, you need to say it with your purses and wallets as well,” said McCoy.
The organization has allies that have supported their work from infancy, including various organizations and businesses, men and women from all races and backgrounds, but it’s main focus is community organizing among Black women.
“When Black women connect, we exude a certain level of joy and we create a sacred space where we are heard, seen and valued. Sometimes, we have others enter into that space with a nefarious intent or to exert a power dynamic that makes our members uncomfortable,” said Shané Darby, the organization’s founder. “We want our allies to know that when you enter into our environments, we want to maintain the sanctity of our space and continue to uplift Black voices, thought, and creativity, “ continued Darby.
BMIP wants everyone to know that ALL are welcome and that no one will be denied entry due to the color of their skin, national origin or creed but those that are not Black women will be encouraged to pay a nominal donation fee to participate in the film’s screening.
“Because we seek equity and liberation for Black women, we cover 100% of expenses for all of our events for Black women,” said Darby. Black women are welcome to make a donation but are not obligated to do so. All others are highly encouraged to donate when they get tickets.
“We believe that when Black women win, so does everyone else, our allies understand that,” said McCoy.
For more information on how to make a donation or purchase a ticket, please visit the website at www.blackmothersinpower.org.