I Am Moving Forward Cohort

Presented By InspireU Solutions

Black Women as Community Advocates across the United States

The I Am Moving Forward Advocacy Cohort is powered by InspireU Solutions, where we believe every idea holds the power to make a difference. Our work brings vision and purpose together, creating programs, stories, and trainings that inspire growth, leadership, and lasting impact.

Through this work, we continue to move forward, one woman, one community, one story at a time

Apply for 2025-2026 Cohort!

I Am Moving Forward Advocacy Cohort

InspireU Solutions presents The I Am Moving Forward Advocacy Cohort, which is funded by ViiV Healthcare’s Risk to Reasons Initiative. The first multi-million-dollar philanthropic investment dedicated to addressing Black women’s needs, voices, and leadership in HIV prevention and care in the U.S.

We’re proud to be fiscally sponsored by AIDS United, an organization creating real change. AIDS United works nationwide to end HIV. They support communities on the frontlines with funding, training, and advocacy. By centering people living with HIV, advancing racial justice, and promoting harm reduction, they help create healthier, more equitable futures for everyone affected.

Our mission is to empower Black women to take charge of their health by providing essential knowledge, tools, and resources for preventive care, overall wellness, and HIV prevention and care.

This training is specifically designed for all Black women who are new to advocacy. We provide education on HIV-related topics, guidance on community engagement, and opportunities to grow as leaders.

Through our work, we aim to:

Increase the participation of Black women in HIV prevention and care as community advocates across the U.S.
Address disparities and inequities faced by Black women.
Educate communities about the importance of care and prevention.
Eradicate stigma surrounding HIV.
Improve sexual and overall health outcomes for Black women.

What Participants Receive

Through this training, participants will gain not only education and support but also practical opportunities to put advocacy into action.

12 dynamic trainings via Zoom focusing on health, advocacy, and leadership.
Length of cohort will be 10 months
3 months of mentorship to support your personal and professional growth.
Inclusion on a Speaker Bureau website to highlight your voice and expertise.
A chance to create their own health event (funded)
Opportunity to be featured in a video PSA promoting advocacy and awareness.
A monthly stipend
A monetary end-of-training stipend
A chance to become a trainer for next year’s cohort, mentoring the next generation of advocates.

Now Recruiting For The

2025-2026 Cohort

Are you ready to move forward and make a difference?

You do not have to be living with HIV.
We’re now accepting applications for The I Am Moving Forward Advocacy Cohort, a transformative training experience designed to empower Black women new to advocacy in HIV prevention and overall care.

We are accepting only 30 applicants from November 6th - November 16th, and only 8 women will be selected to join this year’s cohort. Don’t miss your opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, mentorship, and leadership skills that can help create lasting change in your community.

Our application process has closed, so check your emails or spam folder if you applied. You can also email contact@inspireusolutions.com if you have any questions.

Apply For The Cohort Here

Getting Our Voices Heard

Why This Work Matters to Us:
Black women and Black Trans women face disproportionately high rates of HIV and significant barriers to prevention, treatment, and care. Stigma, discrimination, poverty, unstable housing, and limited access to healthcare deepen these challenges.

At I Am Moving Forward, we’re working to change this. Our Advocacy Cohort breaks down stigma, expands access to care, and empowers Black women and Black Trans women to take charge of their health, leadership, and futures.

Together, we’re moving forward, creating a healthier future for all Black women