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What’s Happening at AAAHCT
A Better Me starts with discipline.![]()
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It starts with one decision… and the right support system.![]()
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If you’ve been wanting to build healthier habits but don’t know where to start, "A Better Me" is here to help.![]()
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With coaching, accountability, and a team behind you—you don’t have to do it alone. 💛![]()
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Want to learn more or get connected? Tap the link in our Bio to learn more. ![]()
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We’re excited to kick off our second cohort for “A Taste of African Heritage” cooking class series. During this 6 week series, we will go over Traditional Herbs and Spices, Greens, Whole Grains, Beans and Rice, Tubers and Stews, and will wrap up with Fruits and Vegetables. These classes will be from 10:30-Noon Sign up today and we will see you tomorrow through May 10th.![]()
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Facilitating these classes will be Genice Harris and Joyce Harris. ![]()
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Special Announcement!![]()
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This Saturday, April 5th we will kick off our 2nd cohort for “A Taste of African Heritage”. This 6 week series will teach you about a different food group each week. The sessions will take place the next 6 Saturdays at the Sustainable Food Center from 10:30-Noon. During Lesson 1, we will go over Traditional Herbs and Spices. Sign up today by scanning the QR code or by visiting the link in the bio. We hope to see you there. ![]()
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As Amplify Austin Day continues, we would also like to continue to spotlight our board members. ![]()
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Next is our Executive Director, Marva Overton. ![]()
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Marva is a native of Memphis, TN and received her Bachelor of Science degree from Vanderbilt University and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. Marva has experience in Human Resources, but it was her experience as an SAP software consultant at IBM that led to her pivot to positively impact the Black community in Austin and surrounding areas.![]()
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Marva has led the organization since 2007 and has helped create and advance many of the programs of the org today, including A Better Me, Intergenerational Gardening program, Project Breast Care and more. ![]()
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Marva not only serves as the Executive Director for AAAHCT, but also serves in various capacities across many other organizations, is an active member of the Austin Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc and a member of @mosaicchurchaustin. ![]()
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You can help Marva and AAAHCT continue the work in the Austin Community by donating today at AmplifyATX.org. Help us reach our goal of $5,000.![]()
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The biggest giving event in Central Texas is happening for 24 hours on March 5-6. On![]()
Amplify Austin Day, our entire community will come together to support the local![]()
nonprofits that do so much good for us.![]()
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Your participation will give back to over 700 organizations across 7 Central Texas counties.From racial equity and environmental activism, to those who serve children, the arts, animals, veterans, and more, there is a cause for everyone to support.![]()
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We invite you to help the Alliance for African American Health in Central Texas (AAAHCT) advance and expand our current initiatives by giving today. You can make a donation this Amplify Austin Day by visiting shorturl.at/xUK10![]()
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AAAHCT Board Members pictured from left to right: Darrias Thomas, E. Nicole Thompson, Elizabeth Wilson, Marva Overton, Shirelle Zachery and Eric Mayse.![]()
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