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Servant of Jesus | Advocate
“I serve a BIG God & I’m going to STEP for HIM every time!”
John 3:16 • Psalm 91 • Jeremiah 29:11
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As Black History Month comes to a close, I want to say a few things…

Black History is not regulated to a single month. It is to be honored, protected, and celebrated 365 days a year — and yes, that leap year too!

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Black History Month is nothing short of a blessing.

To be appointed to the Governor’s Commission on African American Affairs by Governor Josh Shapiro is a blessing.

To be led by phenomenal leadership — Executive Director Sierra C. Dunn, MJD, Andréa Stanford, Brittany Forman, and Dr. Jimyse L. Brown — is a blessing.

To co-chair the Health Subcommittee alongside the fantastic Phyllis Hicks is a blessing.

To serve on this Commission with brilliant Black leaders across our Commonwealth is a blessing.

To serve on this commission with HBCU leaders from Lincoln University and Cheyney University is a blessing. Ky’Shawn Tillery-Williams

To celebrate Black History Month at the Governor’s Residence with forward-thinking leaders committed to equity and justice is a blessing.

To celebrate Black History Month with the first, Black, Female Mayor of Media Joi W. is a blessing.

We stand on our ancestors’ shoulders.
We are their wildest dreams.

We do not take this appointment lightly. We are here to serve — because we are our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers. Forever.

God is… indescribable. 💜

#BlackHistory365 #GratefulToServe #WeAreOurAncestorsWildestDreams #GodIsIndescribable taken in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania by @drniimani

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I am so incredibly blessed to have the opportunity to be along side Rep. Gina Curry to champion for the bipartisan bill HB1944; which will ensure those who are affected by breast cancer will not have to pay out of pocket for a diagnostic mammogram!

We are dying, and that’s no exaggeration. Post-pandemic, we are facing an epidemic — BREAST CANCER. This insidious disease spares no one. Women and men of all ages, races, religions and sexual identities are faced with the diagnosis of breast cancer.

- 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
- 1 in 800 men will face a breast cancer diagnosis.
- Black women are TWICE as likely to die from breast cancer.
- In 2022, over 40,000 women lost their lives to this disease (CDC).

Let us remember:
- @knowingyemi , a Nigerian woman, diagnosed at 26, who passed at 30.
- @jaclynn.smith , friend, who passed at 33.
- @bossgirlsmom , advocate, who passed at 38.
- Sarah Pekera, single mom, who passed at 42.
- My Uncle Bobby who passed at 58.
These are just a few of the many lives cut short by breast cancer.

This is why HB1944 is critical. The mission is twofold:
1. Prevent breast cancer diagnoses
2. Ensure effective treatment and survival for those diagnosed

Removing financial barriers is not an option, but a necessity for survival. Diagnosis, treatment, and affordable diagnostic mammograms can significantly increase survival rates. This requires a village effort:
- We must address Immediate Needs like @unite4her
- We must incorporate Holistic and Integrative Therapies like @stillrisefarms , founded by @drmoniquegary
- We must address Healthcare Disparities among Black and Brown women, as championed by @chrysalisinitiative , founded by @truejamilkali and @touchbbca founded by @rickidove
- We must address the Maternal Health Crisis among women who are diagnosed with breast cancer during pregnancy and postpartum, as championed by @thealiciaharris and @journifortwo
- We must provide Community Resources like @byrdcancerfoundation

We must learn from our past, act in our present, and look toward eradicating breast cancer in our future. We ALL deserve to live, this is our village effort. God bless! taken in Harrisburg State Capital by @drniimani

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God is MORE than good! A humble thanks to WHYY-TV 12 for including me as a honoree for their Good Souls Project. I am also incredibly grateful WHYY featured the TRUE good souls— Janique Rivera-McGriff, Brenda Dorantes and Lynne Mitchell ♥️

I am beyond grateful to Cherri Gregg, Ms. Andrea Gibbs, Ms. Nicolle Surratte and WHYY for this amazing recognition. 🙏🏾 Lord, I thank you!

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” - Jeremiah 29:11 NKJV 🤍

We are ALL Good Souls! Let’s continue spread Agape love! by @drniimani

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🎀BEFORE 50: Global Breast Cancer Awareness Webinar🎀

🎀Meet Our Speaker🎀
💕 Dr. Nia Imani Bailey @drniimani

Knowledge can change the story.

Meet Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, Radiation Therapist, researcher and passionate advocate for breast cancer education and health equity.

Through healthcare, research and community advocacy, she is helping women turn knowledge into action.

Because awareness shouldn’t wait until 50. 🎀

Join Nia and other amazing speakers at BEFORE 50

📅 Saturday 31 October 2026
🕐 1:00 PM UK Time
💻 Live on Zoom

Register via the link in our bio. 💗

#Before50 #BreastCancerAwareness #HealthEquity #BreastHealth by @drniimani

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Huge humble thanks to Ms. Traci for honoring Byrd and our commitment to our community at One Philly — Pass The Baton — Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

We appreciate YOU more than you know! God is INDESCRIBABLE 💜

#ThankYou #ByrdCancerFoundation #GodIsIndescribable taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by @drniimani

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💗💜 TOGETHER WE RISE. TOGETHER WE HEAL.

Family and friends, I’m inviting you to join me for a day of awareness, empowerment, and hope. I’m honored to co-host this Breast Cancer & Domestic Violence Awareness Event alongside Sharon Bruce and Lisa Locke.

Through Walk In Them Shoes, supporting and uplifting women remains close to my heart. This gathering is an opportunity to honor survivors, encourage those navigating difficult journeys, and remind someone that she does not have to walk alone. 💕

🗓 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 St. Johns Lutheran Church
1224 Melrose Avenue
Elkins Park, PA 19027

Come hear our guest speakers, shop with our vendors, and connect with a community that cares. Food will be available for purchase, and fundraiser proceeds benefit Link in the Chain Community Outreach.

Bring a friend, share this flyer, and help us surround our community with love and support. Your presence matters. 🤝🏽

With love,
Lady Dar 💗

#BreastCancerAwareness #DomesticViolenceAwareness #WalkInThemShoes #TogetherWeHeal #ElkinsPark by @drniimani

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Black Women for Shapiro because he is for us! ✊🏾💜 taken in Salem Baptist Church of Abington by @drniimani

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On Jun 4, 2023, at 3:30 PM, acire’s legacy <kacreativity@gmail.com> wrote:

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Good Afternoon Dr. Nia Bailey,

My name is Erica Jo Robinson, and I was refered to you by Beverly Brooks from wbncradio. I met Beverly through the H.E.R Story T.O.O. Anthology by Dr Carolyn Wilson, I am one of the Contributing authors.

While talking about my cancer journey with her, I told her that if I could, I was ready to share my story. Even though my diagnosis is not breast cancer, but rather Adenocarcinoma (Neoplasma of the Appendix affects 1% of the cancer population) she recommended that I get in contact with you!

I have attached a little about myself, and of course, at your leisure please take a look.

Have a great day, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Ms. EjRobinson

You told your story.

Thanks to Raquel, Ryan, Christian, Eunice and Daddy, for making it happen 💜

We became friends.

Rest Well my friend.
Love you.
See you soon. taken in Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden by @drniimani

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Erica: I was just diagnosed again (3rd time).. whatever we are gonna do together, let’s do it!Time Is moving quickly

Nia: Oh no l am so sorry!! What did they say???

Erica: That’s its not good that the cancer came back in less than a year

Nia: I am so sorry this is happening to you

Erica: Me too sis, I don’t wanna waste this time

Nia: We won’t! Let’s do it! What are you thinking of???

Erica: Ha! Maybe we should talk sometime today? jus want to talk about my story.. fireside chats, interviews, anything

Damn 💔
Rest in Peace my friend 🕊️ by @drniimani

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💗 I’M HONORED TO BE A FEATURED SPEAKER! 💗

I’m excited to join an incredible group of women for the GLOBAL WEBINAR: BEFORE 50 — Know Your Breasts. Know Your Risk. Know When to Act.

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Webinar for Women Under 50

As a BCL6 gene carrier, Radiation Therapist, cancer advocate, and Founder of the Byrd Cancer Foundation, this conversation is deeply aligned with the work I’m passionate about — education, risk awareness, early action, and empowering women to know their normal.

I’ll be joining an amazing panel of voices bringing different perspectives and experiences to this important conversation.

📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM EST 💻 LIVE on Zoom ✨ FREE • LIVE • INTERACTIVE

Don’t wait until 50 to start knowing your breasts.
 Know your risk. Ask questions. Have conversations. Know when to act.

💜 Knowledge. Support. Empowerment.

I’d love for you to join us! Register through the QR code on the flyer.

Please share this with a woman, daughter, sister, mother, brother, uncle, friend, or loved one who needs to hear this message.

#Before50 #BreastCancerAwareness #KnowYourRisk #KnowYourBreasts #KnowYourNormal by @drniimani

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HEAL THE YARD. 🧡 Healed. All. Of. Us. 🖤♥️💚

What began as an idea to create space for Lincoln University students to talk, breathe, connect, learn, and heal became something so much bigger than an event.

Heal the Yard was a culturally grounded mental health, wellness, unity, and community healing experience created through the partnership of the @paafamcom and Lincoln University.

And truthfully?
We didn’t just create a space for healing. We experienced it together.

PART I — THE CONVERSATION Mental Health Forum & Panel
Thank you to our panelists Brandon, Alicia, Ricardo, Dr. Jones, and Mr. Ruffin for showing up with honesty, vulnerability, wisdom, and heart.

PART II — THE REAL CONVERSATIONS
Black Men & Mental Health: “Let’s Talk About It”
Commissioners Brandon and Kenneth created room for an honest conversation about the pressure Black men can feel to appear strong, stay silent, and carry life’s burdens alone.

Black Women & Mental Health: “Protecting My Peace”
Commissioner Faith created a meaningful space for Black women to talk about mental health, stigma, peace, financial wellness, healthy relationships, independence, friendships, and navigating college life away from home.

PART III — THE ACTIVATION ZONE
The Activation Zone brought resources, wellness, creativity, music, mindfulness, giveaways, student engagement, and meaningful conversations directly to the Yard.

Grateful for every partner who showed up to pour into our students!

And a HUGE shoutout to the donors who helped make Heal the Yard possible: @mind_ful_graphics @metrodiner @shopritestores @wegmans

And then there was the TEAM.
Our ED, Sierra, led. Ky’Shawn had an idea. Faith ran with it. Dr. Harper organized. The Commissioners followed through.

And most importantly—
WE LISTENED TO THE YOUTH.
We shared our experiences. We made room for difficult conversations. We laughed. We connected. We learned. We had FUN!

You reminded us why this work matters.
This is bigger than one day.
It won’t stop here.
We are forever connected.
Because we are our brother’s and sister’s keeper.

And healing is a journey.
So we’ll keep walking it—TOGETHER! taken in Lincoln University of PA by @drniimani

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