Our mission is to improve the quality of life for BIPOC who are affected by IBD, Digestive Disorders and associated Chronic Illnesses; through Community, Research, Education, and Advocacy.
October 22, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm EDT
Florida A&M University: Perry Paige Auditorium
COGI Community Conversations is coming to your campus to change up the game in health education! If we know better, we do better – right? This experience is meeting you in the prime of your life to give you the tools to make decisions on a topic that we should never avoid – our gut health. Join us at Florida A&M University!
October 22, 2026
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EDT
Together-IBD is a support group for the IBD Community, focused on black and brown patients-the only one of its kind. Hosted by Renika Wood, this support group provides a safe and protected environment for patients in our community to share their feelings about their diagnosis and how they navigate their daily lives.
October 24, 2026
9:30 am - 1:00 pm EDT
As patients, walking can provide health benefits like reduced inflammation and improved physical and mental health. Especially for patients in lower to moderate states of IBD.
So we walk! Join us on Nov. 30th!
October 26, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT
In honor of World Ostomy Day, bringing awareness, connection, and support to young adults living with an ostomy.
October 28, 2026
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EDT
Rooted in Story: Creating Your Family Health History Journal
Your family history isn't just background information; it's a road map for early detection, prevention, and informed decision-making. This month, we're creating family health history journals together: what to include, how to gather it, and how to have the conversations that unlock the information you need.
November 5, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm EST
Fayetteville State University
COGI Community Conversations is coming to your campus to change up the game in health education! If we know better, we do better – right? This experience is meeting you in the prime of your life to give you the tools to make decisions on a topic that we should never avoid – our gut health. Join us at Fayetteville State University!
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