For Immediate Release Southfield, MI ---

What better way to feel empowered, encouraged and inspired than with the support of women just like you who have hectic schedules, families and careers? Now is the time to maintain the stride in your step and balance in life with the help of the Women’s Empowerment Tour. Come out Saturday, October 15, 2011 to The Westin Hotel located at 1500 Town Center in Southfield, MI.

Get ready for fitness activities with a Zumba workout, plus move to the rhythm in Hustle Classes. After your workout, relax with a massage. Plus, there are health screenings and much more! Bring a friend or two and expect a great time learning how to make wise financial decisions and even learn about community efforts such as Michigan Welfare rights and encouraging non-voters to register.

The Black Women’s Roundtable (BWR) is an intergenerational civic engagement network of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation. BWR promotes health and wellness, economic security, education and global empowerment as key elements for success. The group is comprised of a diverse group of Black women throughout Metro-Detroit. They strive to represent the issues and concerns of thousands of Americans and families who live across the state of Michigan. With functions like these, they are truly raising awareness.

One highlighted event of the day is the Black women's EMpowerment Luncheon with guest speaker Vivica A. Fox. She will share personal stories and inspire women to be who they are and live life HEALTHY and to the FULLEST! Another powerful woman who will share the spotlight are:

• Author of the Top Selling book “Girl Make Your Money Grow”Gail Perry Mason,
• Dorethia Conner, Finacial Coach and Founder of Conner Coaching and
• Sunteel Jenkins, Detroit City Council.

All of these women together, including YOU are sure to make this day fun, engaging and life changing!
To find out more and to register for free, visit www.bwr-detroit.com.