There is a powerful movement for birth justice happening in the United States. That momentum is driven by people taking matters into their own hands to advocate, fund, storytell, and build solutions that will make a difference in the lives of Black families.
While it is the unfortunate truth that in America, Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women – despite various socioeconomic factors and advances in healthcare – we also know that change is underway. It will take collective action and a coalition of the willing to end the existing harsh disparities in our healthcare system nationwide.

This conversation brought together experts and advocates to shed light on the challenges faced by Black mothers and birthing people, and explore initiatives and solutions to address disparities in maternal healthcare.