Welcome Sistas of AZ is a volunteer group of African-American women, who are community leaders representing various organizations, businesses and diverse backgrounds. The mission of Sistas of AZ is to educate and empower all women to make responsible choices about their health and to help reduce health disparities as it relates to reproductive and sexual health, cancer, heart disease, domestic violence and other issues. Sistas of AZ promotes healthy living and wellness through education, communication, integrity and commitment via resources, community events and partnerships with community organizations.

Small group of Arizona women think ‘Pink 365’ days of the year By Michelle Fitzhugh-Craig shades Magazine Republished with permission from ZM productions/Shades Magazine. Copyright 2012 All rights reserved. As the end 2011 winds down, most people are in one holiday spirit or another. You can find them busy Christmas shopping, getting creative with their Kwanzaa and Hanukkah preparations, packing up the old and readying for the new. But not Tina Brown. In her Chandler, Ariz., home, Brown is not so much into the red, green and the occasionally gold, as much as she is into pink... Pink 365, that is. Read the rest of the article (pdf)

Press Release   Date:Dec. 6, 2011 Contact: Tina Brown (480) 695-2615 For Immediate Release Sistas of AZ again named a ‘Giving Hope A Hand’ recipient Fry’s Food Stores donates $6K to assist organization in educational outreach programs PHOENIX – Fry’s Food Stores – a division of The Kroger Co., one of the largest retail food companies in the U.S. – has again named Sistas of AZ a recipient of its Giving Hope A Hand program. Fry's President Jon Flora recently presented a check for $6,000 to Sistas Founder Tina Brown at one of his store grand openings in Chandler, Ariz. Sistas of AZ – a nonprofit organization, whose focus encourages healthy living – will use to support its PINK 365 breast cancer awareness campaign. This is the third year in a row that the nonprofit has received the award. The award will benefit Sistas’ ongoing initiative – PINK 365 – a breast cancer awareness campaign, which targets women of color and is supported and funded by Susan G. Komen for the Cure Phoenix Affiliate. Since its inception in 2008, PINK 365 has hosted 97 events in partnership with various community organizations, resulting in more than 4,000 free mammograms to uninsured and underinsured women. On Jan. 7, Sistas will host its first, free PINK 365 mammogram event of 2012 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 1401 E. Jefferson in Phoenix. The Fry’s donation is helping to make the screenings for Valley women possible at no charge. “Aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women, the number one cause of cancer death in Hispanic women and is the second most common cause of cancer death in white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian/Alaska Native women,” Brown said. “Being again recognized by Fry’s and its Giving Hope A Hand program means we can reach even more women who would not normally have the means – or the access – to be checked for breast cancer.” In recent, years, Sistas has partnered with Native Health, Asian Pacific Community in Action, the Worthy Institute and others to educate and inform women – especially those of color – about the importance of early screening and regular check-ups. For more information, contact Tina Brown at (480) 695-2615 or visit sistasofaz.com. About Sistas of AZ Sistas of AZ is a volunteer group of African-American women, who are community leaders representing various organizations, businesses and diverse backgrounds. Its mission is to educate and empower all women to make responsible choices about their health and to help reduce health disparities as it relates to reproductive and sexual health, cancer, heart disease, domestic violence and other issues. About Fry’s Food Stores Fry’s Food Stores is headquartered in Tolleson, Arizona. The company employs more than 18,300 Arizona residents. The 121 Fry’s Food Stores service more than one million households per week. Fry’s has been serving Arizonans with fresh food at famous low prices since 1960. Fry’s Food Stores is a proud member of the Kroger Co. based in Cincinnati, Ohio. For more information, visit the company’s web site at www.frysfood.com. About Fry’s/Kroger’s Giving Hope A Hand program Fry’s/Kroger’s Giving Hope A Hand program is committed to finding a cure for cancer and helping women and their families find the treatment and resources they need to face their illness head on. With the help of key vendor partners who share the commitment to eradicating this cancer – and providing support to those who face it – the Kroger family of stores once again will be Giving Hope A Hand by investing $3 million for breast cancer awareness, treatment and research in the communities we share. Press Release (pdf document)

In the News Sistas of AZ, Walgreens, diverse communities partner to provide free breast cancer screenings By Deborah Rene` Jackson, Sistas of AZ Free breast cancer screenings are being provided to those unable to pay. Corporations and diverse communities are rapidly partnering with Sistas of AZ – an organization focused on supporting community health – to provide breast cancer screenings to as many as they can reach, in an attempt to combat the destruction of the disease. Walgreens and Cox are among the collaborative forces embracing the fight against breast cancer and have partnered with Sistas of AZ and its PINK 365 Campaign, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, The Worthy Institute along with Maricopa County Public Health Well Woman Program, Fry’s, Clear Channel and Harkins Theater. Individuals including Cardinals, Larry Fitzgerald Jr. (in honor of his late mother and breast cancer survivor) have donated generously to support the efforts of Sistas of AZ. “Since its inception, we have been able to provide 4,000-plus mammograms compared to 80 when we first started,” Sistas of AZ Executive Director Tina Brown. “In the past, because of the need, we targeted black women. But the need is greater and the program is open to all women. This is accomplished with the help of all of our appreciated partners.” Sistas of AZ/PINK 365 Traveling Billboard donated by Clear Channel Outdoor is currently located at I-10 West past 59th Ave. Early detection saves lives and resources are available for those in need. Obtain a complete list of dates and locations for mammogram services at www.sistasofaz.com and call 1(888) 233-6121 for an appointment. If you are 40 or older, if you are unable to pay high insurance co-pays over $100, if you live in Maricopa County and you are not eligible for AHCCCS, or if you have not had a mammogram in a year; then you can qualify for a free mammogram. Upcoming screening dates: Oct. 1 at Walgreens located on 387 N. Estrella Pkwy in Goodyear; Oct. 6 and Oct. 13 at The Consulate General of Mexico on 1990 W. Camelback Road; and Oct. 11 at Love International Ministries on 5201 N. 27th Ave. in Phoenix. Sistas of AZ/Pink 365 as an Affiliate of Susan G. Komen and is reaching out to faith-based communities during the month of October to participate in Pink Sundays in recognition of breast cancer awareness month. Those interested in joining Communities of Color Leadership Council to expand the outreach efforts including Pink Sunday can contact Tina Brown at (480) 695-2615. Writer Deborah Rene’ Jackson can be reached at Deb_speaks@yahoo.com.

Press Release   Media Contact: Norma Gutiérrez (602) 343-3025 office (480) 234-9326 mobile norma@torresmarquez.com For Immediate Release Cox Partners with Sista’s of Arizona to Offer Mammogram Screenings During Breast Cancer Awareness Month Company to host mammogram truck visits outside Cox Solutions Stores WHAT For the second consecutive year, Cox Arizona, is partnering with Sistas of AZ this October as part of “Breast Cancer Awareness Month” to conduct 80 mammograms in two days for Valley women. Cox will host truck visits at two Cox Solutions Store locations where women can obtain their free mammogram. To qualify, women must be 40 or older, live in Maricopa County, are not eligible for AHCCCS, uninsured or unable to pay high insurance co-pay of over $100, or have not had a mammogram within a year. Women must call Assured Imaging Women’s Wellness at 1.888.233.6121 to schedule their appointment in advance. WHO Cox Communications and Sistas of AZ are proud to provide these free mammograms to women in the Valley who can’t afford to have this life-saving procedure. As part of Cox’s commitment to the communities we serve, we are always thriving to educate and help our customers on important issues that have an impact on the lives of our residents. WHEN/WHERE October 15 from 10:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. Cox Solutions Store at Bell Towne Center Bell Rd. and 7th Street October 22 from 10:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. Cox Solutions Store at Camelback Colonnade Camelback and 20th Street INTERVIEWS To request an interview please call Norma Gutierrez at (602) 343-3025. WHY October 15 from 10:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, aside from skin cancer. According to the City of Hope National Medical Center and Beckman Research Institute, 2.6 million women have breast cancer right now -- half of them don’t know they have it. This year, about 182,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed and nearly 45,000 women will die from breast cancer. More than 90 percent of breast cancer patients survive when cancer is detected in early stages and treatment is begun promptly. The way to work toward a reduction in the incidence of breast cancer is to ensure that every woman knows about it and takes the steps for prevention and early detection. Press Release (pdf document)

Sistas of AZ teams up with Clear Channel

Executive Director's Message A woman's most important role as a mother has always been defined as one who prepares her family and children to live happy, healthy lives. This preparation should also include educating them about breast cancer – a disease that afflicts a growing number of African American and Latina women. All too often, those who are diagnosed bypass timely treatment. Conclusively, many of them perish at alarming rates. In an attempt to address this issue, Sistas of AZ and The Worthy Institute present PINK 365 – a breast health awareness campaign that targets women of color, but is open to all women. The campaign provides information and tools to increase awareness as well as the support necessary to empower advocates to take action. PINK 365 also provides breast health outreach education, free mammograms for the uninsured and under-insured women in a mobile mammography motor coach. Our outreach program is proactive in providing cultural competency and diversity training for all community health professionals that provide services and care to the targeted populations. PINK 365 also collaborates with the Maricopa County Well Woman Health Check program and is supported with partial funding provided by the AZ Community Foundation and Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund of the Minneapolis Foundation. Tina Brown Executive Director My Bio Our Partners: