The BIPOC Women's Health Network
Educate. Empower. Equity.
BIPOC WHN is led by a group of medical students who aim to provide healthcare resources and improve health experiences for racialized women in local Canadian communities.
What We Do
Local resources to community services
Resources for equitable care
Vaccines & Reproductive Health
Join us on June 23 as we explore topics related to vaccines, pregnancy, and reproductive health, with guest speakers Dr. Ayesha Raza and Dr. Darine Darine El-Chaâr.
Dr. Ayesha Raza is a Family Physician with fellowship training in women’s health and special interests in newcomer and refugee health, as well as sexual and reproductive health. Dr. Raza has also demonstrated an interest in medical education and social determinants of health, both locally and internationally.
Dr. Darine El-Chaâr is an Early Career Investigator, Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) physician at TOH, Associate Scientist at OHRI, and Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa. Dr. El-Chaâr is a co-lead of the COPE Network, which was set up in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. El-Chaâr’s research contributions are mostly involved in maternal health during pregnancy, surveillance and management of pre-term labor, and implications of cesarean delivery.
Reproductive Health
Birth control access, abortion services, and gynaecological cancer resources.
Gender-Based Violence
Toolkits for leaving domestic violence, obstetric violence, and rape kit access.
New Mom?
Links to culturally specific prenatal, postnatal, and postpartum resources.
2SLGBTQ+ Health
Links to gender-affirming care, LGBTQ+, and culturally competent resources.
Menopause & Perimenopause Advice
Tools and resources to help better manage the symptoms and psychology of perimenopause and menopause.
Our Sponsors
OMSA Sponsorship Grant 2020
Accel Labs Grant 2020
#RisingYouth Community Service Grant 2020
CoreGroup Global Health Practioner Conference Grant 2021
CFMS Student Initiative Grant 2020-2021
What People Say
Jenny Kim
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“BIPOC Women’s Health gave me the care and understanding I never felt elsewhere. As a Black woman, I was often dismissed when I expressed my concerns about reproductive health. Here, they listened. They created a plan that finally addressed my pain and helped me manage my PCOS. I feel empowered now, with a team that respects my voice and understands my experience. I’m so grateful for this compassionate and culturally competent care.”
Shannon Wendle
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“Going through perimenopause was confusing, and it felt like no one truly understood. The specialists at BIPOC Women’s Health guided me through the changes, both physically and emotionally, in a way that was gentle and respectful of my unique needs. They tailored their advice to my background and lifestyle, and I finally feel like I have control and insight. This service has been life-changing, and I couldn’t have asked for a more understanding team.”
Sammy Parks
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“Menopause came with so many unexpected challenges that left me feeling alone and overwhelmed. The BIPOC Women’s Health team provided support at every step. They explained things no one had ever told me, offered real solutions, and reassured me that I wasn’t alone in this experience. I found a safe space where I could be open and understood, and now I feel stronger and more at ease with my journey.”
Martha Grey
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“For years, I felt uncomfortable discussing intimate health issues, especially in settings that didn’t feel culturally aware. BIPOC Women’s Health changed that. They created an environment where I felt safe to open up about my sexual health concerns without judgment. They provided solutions that were both respectful and practical, rooted in a deep understanding of my background. I now have a supportive team that respects my identity and empowers me to take control of my sexual health.”