Center for Leadership of Afikan Women's Wellness

The Center for Leadership of Afrikan Women’s Wellness (CLAWW) is a Milwaukee-based nonprofit dedicated to helping Black women heal from trauma, strengthen family and community bonds, and thrive in health, leadership, and wellness.

CLAWW's mission is to increase awareness and develop a network of services and circles of individualized support for Black/African American women affected by trauma in Milwaukee County.

CLAWW's vision is to provide Black/African American women with culturally relevant systems of awareness, assessment, and support in healing from trauma. The Core Values are Community, Family, Respect, Integrity, and Excellence.

CLAWW, the Center for Leadership of Afrikan Women's Wellness, is devoted to promoting Black women's and their families' well-being. Here's a snapshot of their work:

 
Collaboration lies at the heart of CLAWW's approach. The center partners with organizations such as Rooted and Rising, 5 Points Neighborhood Association, Wisconsin Community Services, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to provide holistic support for Black women. Their commitment to community networking remains steadfast, with ties to institutions such as the Rooted and Rising and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Health Equity: Lunch & Learn Workshops
Providing aging Black women with healthy lunches and education about chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. These workshops empower women with knowledge and tools to live healthier lives.

Sisters Talk
A safe space where women gather to discuss books, social issues, and shared experiences. Together, we explore healing from trauma, building resilience, and uplifting each other.

Sankofa Drum Circle
An intergenerational, multicultural drumming circle led by master drummer Lucky Diop. It offers healing, stress relief, and joyful connection through rhythm and music.

Gifts of Hope Care Packages
Special care baskets are provided to mothers who have experienced the death of a child, offering comfort, remembrance, and community support during a painful time.

Creative Arts Workshops
Junk Journaling, Expressive writing, Greeting Card Making, and other hands-on arts workshops that encourage creativity, relaxation, and self-expression.

Annual Fundraising Events
Events such as the Wine, Women & Wings Red Carpet Affair and Mom & Me Vintage Tea Party bring the community together to celebrate, raise awareness, and support CLAWW’s mission.