She Was in a Shelter for Abused Kids and This Happened

In this powerful episode of Black Women’s Health Futures, we sit down with Bliss Celestine, Girls’ Education Activist, Child Rights Advocate, Education Consultant, and Founder of Bliss For The Needy Foundation, for an important conversation on FGM, girls’ education, women’s health, and health inequality affecting Black women.Bliss shares her personal experience as an FGM survivor and opens up about the long-term impact Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) can have on reproductive health, mental health, confidence, identity, and wellbeing. She also discusses the role of patriarchy, harmful cultural practices, and lack of education in shaping the lives of girls across underserved communities.In this episode, we explore:• Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) • Black women’s health and reproductive health • Girls’ education and empowerment • Mental health and confidence in young women • Health inequalities affecting Black women • Patriarchy and women’s bodily autonomy • Child rights advocacy and community impact • Digital health, AI in healthcare, and inclusive healthcare systems • The future of women’s health and health equity At Black Women’s Health Futures, we explore the intersection of Black women’s health, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, digital health, femtech innovation, maternal health, reproductive health, hormonal health, menopause, fibroids, and inclusive healthcare design.If you care about health equity, women’s empowerment, girls’ education, AI in healthcare, digital health innovation, and creating better futures for Black women and girls, this conversation is for you.Chapters00:00: Introduction to Bliss and Her Mission02:53: Personal Journey and Motivation06:12: The Intersection of Education and Health09:38: Cultural Influences on Girls' Education12:12: Addressing FGM and Its Impact19:21: The Cycle of Education and Health Disparities21:47: The Role of Technology in Education38:59: Investing in Girls' Futures46:48: Closing Thoughts and Reflections