WOCLN : Me. (Period) Film Screening
A screening of the film Me Period which explores how some Black families navigate conversations about bodies and periods.
Snacks and drinks will be served.
Date & Time:: Wednesday February 25, 2026 from 6-7:30 pm
Location: Rm 124 New Africa House UMass
Women of Color Entrepreneurs Panel
Are you thinking about starting your own business? Join us for a panel discussion with local women of color entrepreneurs of the local community. Learn about their journeys creating and developing their businesses and get your questions answered.
Date & Time:: Thursday March 5th, 2026 from 6-7:30 pm
Location: Rm 26 (Basement) New Africa House UMass
Women of Color Entrepreneurs Panel
Join us for a conversation with Fiona Almeida about Period Poverty and college students, while you engage in discussion, make period bracelets, and get creative while talking about these important topics
Date & Time: Wednesday March 11th, 2026 at 4:30pm
Location: Rm 124 New Africa House UMass
Support Skill Building Series at CWC
Drop in for 1, 2 or all 3 Small Group Workshops to practice strategies to support yourself, your friends, and your community in times of stress or crisis. No registration needed, check in at New Africa House Rm. 213 for all sessions.
Build Skills to Emotionally Support Yourself: Prepare for moments of anxiety or stress with strategies and resources to calm body and mind. Next Session: Tuesday 3/31/26, 10:30-11:30am
Build Skills to Support Your People: Learn about what you might say and do if someone shares that they’ve experienced violence. Next Session: Monday 3/9/26, 2:30-3:30PM
Build Skills to Support Your Community: Prepare to be an active bystander when you see a situation that doesn’t feel right. Next Session: Tuesday 3/3/26, 10:30-11:30am
New dates posted throughout the semester.
WOCLN : Warm Sips Wednesdays: Building Community One Cup at a Time
Would you like a hot beverage to take to class with you or drink on your way to the next class? How about sipping your cup over some meaningful conversations? Stop by WOCLN’s table for a free cup of coffee, tea or hot cocoa every Wednesday this spring.
Date & Time:: Wednesdays during spring semester (except holidays) from 10-11:30 AM
Location: Lobby of New Africa House.
Innermission
Disguised as office cubicles, Innermission offers a quiet space with self-guided activities to provide a mood (re)set and help you feel relaxed.
Date & Time: Drop in Monday - Friday 11am – 4pm all semester (excluding holidays)
Location: New Africa House room 203