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Listening as a Lifeline: A Doula’s Witness to Black Maternal Health

OAKLAND POST — Maternal mortality and pregnancy-related mortality use different time frames and methods and are not interchangeable. Finalized 2024 CDC data recorded 649 maternal deaths...

CBHN Executive Director Rhonda Smith convened a panel of experts—including health policy advocates, public health directors, researchers, and birth workers—for the organization’s legislative briefing on the state of Black maternal health. Sacramento, CA, Aug. 27, 2025. CBM photo by Antonio Ray Harvey.

Activism1 year ago

Sacramento: Lawmakers Hear From Health Advocates on “State of Black Maternal Health”

Participants highlighted several past and current bills going through the state Legislature that focus on improving maternal health equity. The proposals address systemic inequities to improve...

“Birthing Justice” film screening with community partners and advocates (l-r) Pastor Thembekila Smart, SCLC; Adjoa Jones, outreach and engagement coordinator for African American Infant/ Maternal Mortality Prevention Initiative; Debbie Allen of Tribe Midwifery; Leigh Purry of Blue Shield; Khefri Riley of Frontline Doulas; Dr. LaTanya Hines, Association of Black Women’s Physicians; Gloria Davis, Girls Club of Los Angeles; “Birthing Justice” Executive Producer Denise Pines; Gabrielle Brown of Black Women for Wellness.

California Black Media4 years ago

California Advocates Shine Light on Pregnancy-Related Deaths Among Black Women

“This film will shine light on the critical issue of saving lives and this film will help ensure that every pregnant and birthing person's voice is...

#NNPA BlackPress4 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Hear Her Campaign Addresses Health Inequities Among Pregnant and Postpartum People

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Many pregnant and postpartum people may feel ignored or dismissed when sharing their concerns, which may make them hesitant to ask questions or...