Morning of Culture is for patients with IBD (Crohn's or Ulcerative Colitis) and geared to people who identify as Black/ African American.

Join us for a FREE community event designed to connect, empower, and inform IBD patients, caregivers, and supporters through shared stories, trusted information, and local support.

DATE
Saturday, May 17, 2025

TIME
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

LOCATION:
Michael’s Restaurant\
1525 1st Ave S
Birmingham, AL

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Real conversations with IBD patients and caregivers

• Insights from expert physicians and advocates

• Resources to help you manage your health and speak up for your needs

• Free food, fellowship, and a supportive environment where your story matters

FEATURED SPEAKERS & PANELISTS

• Jeanine Maclin, MD, MPH – Keynote Speaker, University of Alabama at Birmingham

• Whitney Neal, PhD – Program Moderator, IBD Patient

• LaTanja Banks – IBD Patient Panelist

• Stephenie Wallace – IBD Caregiver Panelist

• Ashleigh Williams – IBD Patient Panelist

REGISTER NOW (Spots are limited)

Members of the community and friends of UNCF are invited to take part in helping Alabama and Mississippi students get the college education they need and deserve to ensure better futures for all Americans. This year’s Walk for Education will include college readiness resource vendors for students and parents, voter registration, and a kids’ zone.

Lace up your walking shoes and join UNCF. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate. Your participation will make a positive impact on the life of a student seeking higher education. The first 100 people to complete the walk will receive a gift certificate to Papa Johns (accepted at 36 locations).

More information about National UNCF Walk for Education Birmingham

Helping young adult citizens successfully return to and remain in the community after release from incarceration.

• Essential Skills Training and Opportunities for Work Experience Training earning up to $15 per hour

• Career Readiness Training and Certification

• Housing and Supportive Services

• Access to Healthcare and Counseling

• Job Placement and MORE

Click here for more information.

The Office of Child Care Subsidy administers the subsidized child care program funded through the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF). The mission of the program is to provide Alabama’s low and moderate-income families with equal access to affordable and quality child care services as they participate in work, educational, or training activities. Currently, the Department administers the program regionally through three (3) Child Care Management Agencies (CMA’s) in nine (9) regions.

Child Care Assistance Application - Alabama

For more information, click here.

The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery® program offers cancer patients free transportation to and from their cancer-related treatment. For those who cannot drive themselves or have no other means of getting to treatment, volunteers donate their spare time and the use of their personal vehicle to give cancer patients in their community a much-needed ride. Prospective volunteers may contact Heather Adams or visit www.cancer.org/drive and complete an online volunteer inquiry form. Click here to learn more. 

Despite the uncertainty of this year, you can still make a difference in the life of a Birmingham student by helping him or her read better and dream bigger!

For more information view here.