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Parenting for Liberation:

Sunday, May 5th, 2 - 5 pm
Los Angeles

black mamas
deserve

“Paps on Tap is a safe space for Black women to discuss sexual wellness, which isn’t something we’re typically encouraged to do.”

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At the heart of our families and communities are Black Mamas, who serve as the nurturers, the leaders, the creatives, and the problem-solvers.

They are the ones who pour every ounce of their energy, time, and love into our families and communities to uplift, support, guide and inspire us.

Yet, in their unwavering dedication to others, Black Mamas often forget to care for themselves. It's easy to overlook their own needs, their deepest desires, and their sensual selves when they are so focused on caring and loving on everyone else.

Paps on Tap: Black Mamas Deserve serves as a gentle, yet powerful reminder to all Black Mamas that they, too, deserve to be taken care of. They deserve to nurture themselves, to follow their dreams, and to live their lives unapologetically.

After all, to care for others, one must first love and care for oneself. And Black Mamas, with their strength, resilience, and boundless love, deserve nothing less than to be cared for, celebrated, and cherished.

Black Mamas Deserve edition

Join us at 2 PM on Sunday, May 5th 2024

at TIA SAnta monica

We’ve designed a fun and interactive way for Black Mamas, women and femmes to:

  • Explore your sensuality through interactive and sensory activations – from touch to smell

  • Learn how to level up on your sexual wellness journey – whether you are postpartum or the parent of a grown child, there’s so much for us to learn.

  • Get your unanswered questions answered by our healthcare homegirls: a Black OB/GYN and a Black clinical psychologist 

  • Connect and vibe with other Black women and Black mamas 

  • Take home a curated pleasure and wellness goodie bag (valued at over $100!) featuring products from Julie, Dame, Namesake, and so much more!

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Your Panelists

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Featured
Dr. Joy Cooper
Dr. Joy Cooper

Dr. Joy Cooper is a Philly girl turned Harvard and Howard-educated physician; committed to eradicating health disparities.

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When she is not on call catching babies or raising her own baby girl, she is fulfilling her mission to impact women of the African Diaspora through her telemedicine startup Culture Care.

Dr. Aja Trotter
Dr. Aja Trotter

Dr. Aja Trotter is a Black, Queer Psychologist whose work is primarily informed by healing justice, relational psychodynamic theory, and the pursuit of pleasure, joy, and fulfillment.

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She currently offers individual and couples therapy to mostly Black women and BIPOC LGBTQ+ adults in her private practice, where she also provides supervision, consultation, training, and group wellness experiences. Aja is the founder of Honey Love Connections, a service that facilitates intentional speed dating events, provides relationship coaching, and other love and relationship support for Black and POC LGBTQ+ folks seeking intimacy and healing through relationships. Aja is also a mother, a teacher, a Taurus sun/comfort seeker, and a lifelong student of life.

The Space

Location - Tia Santa Monica

1417 Second Street, Unit D, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Tia is setting the new standard of care for women, providing all healthcare needs in one place. From primary care, gynecology, therapy, and wellness services, providers work collaboratively to treat the whole patient. This holistic approach, with both in-person and virtual care appointments, makes it easier than ever for people to prioritize their health. For more information, visit asktia.com.

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Our Gift Bag Sponsors

our next edition

 2 PM, Sunday
May 5th, 2024

The Streets are talking about Paps On Tap

  • Black women deserve great sex AND great information—for us, about us, from us! Paps on Tap is an incredible experience that allows you to network and learn from other Black women and dive into otherwise “taboo” topics. Kimbritive is breaking down walls and opening up the conversation so that we all can be better informed!

  • I really enjoyed my first live Paps on Tap event! I attended by myself, so the conversation starters were so helpful in breaking the ice, making me more comfortable, and introducing me to the ladies I sat next to. The event was well put together. It was intimate, and all of the touches were thoughtful. I really appreciated the gift bag. Not only was I introduced to new products, but the quality of the bag will last me a while as well, lol. Thanks!

  • Paps on Tap was unlike any event I have attended before! I am glad I chose to put myself and my body first by attending. It was refreshing to be in community with Black women discussing our sexual wellness journeys and encouraging each other's growth. I was affirmed by the perspectives shared on the panel and left better equipped to handle my future sexual wellness health visits.

  • Omg the event was AMAZING, and I’m already anticipating the next one. As a medical professional myself, I found that there was still so much to learn about my sexual wellness as a Black woman. The two speakers were PERFECT, I felt like I was on a FaceTime call with my homegirls.

  • So sorry that we’ll miss you! Unfortunately, we are unable to provide refunds if you are unable to attend.

  • Yes, but you must notify the events team 48 hours before the event at info@parentingforliberation.org to let us know.

  • Not at all. We welcome all Black women, femmes, and non-binary folk to attend this event – we want you here to celebrate! But also bring your own mama if you can.

  • Street parking is available. Garage parking is also available in the adjacent ‘Parking Structure 6’ for free for the first 90 minutes or $6 for up to 3 hours.

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FAQs

  • Paps on Tap starts at 2 PM and will end around 5 PM.

  • Yes, we have a limited amount of tickets for sale at the door. Door ticket price is $20.

  • Yes, there is a designated lactation room ready for your use at Tia-Santa Monica.

  • Of course! Children are always welcome at P4L events. We will not have designated childcare but there will be fun activities for your child to get into.

  • No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. We do not want money to be a barrier to any Black Mamas who want to join. If you want to attend but the ticket price is a challenge, please email info@parentingforliberation.org for a promo code for a comp ticket.

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KIMBRITIVE is the unapologetic sexual wellness platform reimagining the health and well-being of Black women.

As a digital health company creating care spaces online and IRL, we provide sexual and reproductive health care and education where Black women feel seen, heard, and celebrated. 

Parenting for Liberation is a virtual community that connects, inspires, and uplifts Black folks as they navigate and negotiate raising Black children within the social and political context of the US.

Parenting for Liberation believes in the power of parents to conceive, birth, and nurture liberation for the future. Parenting for Liberation is rooted in an Afro-futuristic vision of a world where black parents are in community with each other to raise black children without fear and instead parent for liberation.