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Empowering BIPOC Communities
HOW WE WORK
National Strategy.
Local Activation.
Collective Impact.
HPOC United operates through a national-to-local model designed to deliver culturally rooted holistic health programs with consistency, integrity, and measurable impact.
NATIONAL
Strategy • Design • Coordination
At the national level, HPOC United is led by the National Dream Team, a centralized leadership group responsible for:
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Designing national wellness programs and initiatives
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Developing culturally aligned program toolkits
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Securing partnerships, sponsorships, and funding
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Establishing quality standards and best practices
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Coordinating multi-city and multi-state program rollouts
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Ensuring consistency, accountability, and impact
The national team provides the vision, structure, and resources that allow programs to be executed seamlessly across the country.
LOCAL
Community Leadership • Activation • Execution
At the local level, HPOC United works through Community Ambassadors and HPOC Community Members.
Community Ambassadors serve as the local point people when national initiatives are activated in their communities. They:
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Coordinate local logistics and venues
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Activate trusted local community members
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Support hiring of local holistic practitioners and facilitators
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Serve as cultural and community liaisons
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Ensure programs reflect local needs and values
HPOC Community Members support and staff initiatives locally, ensuring healing work is rooted in trust, cultural familiarity, and community relationships.
IMPACT
Healing • Economic Opportunity • Equity
This model allows HPOC United to create meaningful impact by:
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Delivering culturally responsive wellness programs
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Expanding access to holistic health in underserved communities
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Creating opportunities for local practitioners and healers
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Strengthening community trust and participation
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Producing scalable, funder-ready outcomes
By combining national coordination with local leadership, HPOC United ensures that healing is both effective and equitable.
PROGRAMS & FOCUS AREAS
Culturally Rooted Wellness Initiatives
HPOC United designs and deploys national programs that address critical health disparities while honoring ancestral wisdom and community knowledge.
Core Focus Areas
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Black Maternal & Family Wellness
Supporting healthy pregnancies, births, and family systems through holistic care. -
Men’s Wellness & Mental Health
Addressing physical health, emotional well-being, and culturally responsive healing for men. -
Youth & Intergenerational Healing
Programs that support children, teens, and families through trauma-informed and culturally grounded approaches. -
Senior Wellness & Longevity
Promoting vitality, mobility, and holistic aging practices. -
Environmental & Food Justice
Community gardens, nutrition education, and access to healthy foods. -
Cultural & Ancestral Healing
Reclaiming traditional healing practices and cultural knowledge systems. -
Community Wellness Events
Wellness walks, forums, pop-ups, and educational gatherings. -
Social Healing Justice
Each program is nationally designed and locally executed to ensure both quality and cultural relevance.
Our Team
Meet Our Team
Our team is composed of passionate individuals who are dedicated to promoting holistic health and well-being within BIPOC communities. Together, we bring diverse skills and experiences to the table, ensuring that our projects are impactful and sustainable.

Dr. Karen "Raye" Haymore
Founder

LaKeisha Willis
HPOC United
PResident

Public Relations Officer
Natasha Sankey

Dr. Michelle Boulden-Hammond
Communications & Visibility Director

Dr. Ramona Carter
Community Engagement Director

Dr. Terria Dunlap-King
Program Development Director