Congressman Al Green in Conjunction with the CBCF Presented the Sisters Network® Inc Teens4Pink Session, A Teen’s Family Guide to Breast Health Awareness, at the 44th Annual Legislative Conference

(Washington, DC)—On Friday, September 26, 2014, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) participated in a panel discussion with Sisters Network® Inc, a national African American breast cancer survivorship organization, at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 44th Annual Legislative Conference. The panel discussion, Teens4Pink, a teen’s family guide to breast health awareness, examined the necessity of breast cancer screenings and the impact of breast cancer on the black community.

“Sisters Network Inc. was honored to present our Teens4Pink breast health program during the 2014 Congressional Black Caucus, as well as provide information about our organization during the African American Mayor's Association reception. We sincerely appreciate Congressman Al Green's support and for providing Sisters Network with the platform to share our breast health message. Sisters Network looks forward to future collaborative opportunities with our Congressman to educate the community and business leaders about the importance of early detection," said Karen E. Jackson, Founder/CEO, Sisters Network® Inc.

Karen E. Jackson Founder/CEO of the Sisters Network® Inc; Kelly P. Hodges, Director of Strategic Partnerships and National Programs; and Erie Calloway, Executive Director presented information about the prevalence of breast cancer in the black community. They also discussed their recent efforts to raise awareness about the disease through the program Teens4Pink in Memphis and Houston.

“Ms. Karen Jackson and her awesome organization, Sisters Network, are the champions of raising awareness about breast health in the African American community,” Congressman Al Green said. “In 20 years of existence, Sisters Network has expanded to 43 affiliates in 22 states, and have spread their message to several million people. They have helped people not only survive but thrive. I am proud to be an active supporter of their selfless work and look forward to future endeavors.”