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.

New Advocacy Training Opportunities for the COGI Community

New Advocacy Training Opportunities for the COGI Community

We're excited to announce a new opportunity for the COGI Community to strengthen their advocacy skills and make a real difference for the Digestive Disease community throughout the year!

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On Being a Person of Color With Crohn’s Disease

You Just Have Stomach Issues
When I was about 5 or 6, I would get knocks on the bathroom door asking if I was OK. I would be in there longer than normal.

By Melodie Narain-Blackwell, as told to Michele Jordan

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Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week 2022 with Tyler J Williams, ABGH & COCCI!

ABGH & COCCI are grateful to welcome Golden Globe-winner, actor Tyler J. Williams of Abbot Elementary, Everybody Hates Chris, and The Walking Dead, to discuss his journey with Crohn's disease, a subset of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the midst of Abbott Elementary's overwhelming success.

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#InLivingCOCCI Week: Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week on ABC7 News

Washington ABC7 -- It's Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week and studies of the bowel disease say it's on the rise!

Interview with:
Melodie Narain-Blackwell, Color of Crohn's and Chronic Illness

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#InLivingCOCCI Week: COCCI & ABGH Head to Good Morning America

Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week shines a light on the millions of Americans who suffer from the illnesses.

Interview with:
Dr. Sophie Balzora, Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists
Melodie Narain-Blackwell, Color of Crohn's and Chronic Illness

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The Lurie Daniel Favors Show

Melodie Narain-Blackwell joins Lurie Daniel Favors to discuss autoimmune diseases and African American women being misdiagnosed at disproportionate rates.

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