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The fourth annual national Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW) campaign, founded and led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, will be a week of awareness, activism, and community building intended to:

  • Deepen the national conversation about Black maternal health in the US;
  • Amplify community-driven policy, research, and care solutions;
  • Center the voices of Black Mamas, women, families, and stakeholders;
  • Provide a national platform for Black-led entities and efforts on maternal health, birth and reproductive justice; and
  • Enhance community organizing on Black maternal health.

Black Maternal Health Week takes place every year from April 11 –17. The month of April is recognized in the United States as National Minority Health Month – a month-long initiative to advance health equity across the country on behalf of all racial and ethnic minorities. Additionally, we are joining dozens of global organizations who are fighting to end maternal mortality globally in advocating that the United Nations recognize April 11th as the International Day for Maternal Health and Rights.

The campaign and activities for Black Maternal Health Week serve to amplify the voices of Black mamas and center the values and traditions of the reproductive and birth justice movements. Activities during BMHW are rooted in human rights, reproductive justice, and birth justice frameworks. Become a Sponsor of #BMHW21 TODAY!

Learn MORE about the 2021 Black Maternal Health Week and Virtual Conference by viewing our National Call. Click HERE.

Special Thanks to our #BMHW21 sponsors!

Last Updated: April 13, 2022

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RT @TheAfiyaCenter We won't stop advocating for the rights of Black birthing folx to make the decisions that are right for them. Thanks again to @GMA for highlighting our efforts to protect our Texas community. pic.twitter.com/2xgtSdIObP

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RT @BMHCaucus More than a quarter million Americans have gained access to yearlong postpartum Medicaid coverage during the Biden-Harris Administration. Learn more about this historic step to save lives! hhs.gov/about/news/202…

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RT @shadesofblueprj We invite you to join us for our State of Black Maternal Mental Health Virtual Roundtable Discussion Part 2 July 25th.Registration is open direct link: bit.ly/STOBMMH ( In Bio) #BMMHW2022 #CollectiveEffort #DontForgetAboutME pic.twitter.com/eFLCAIxfpd

About 2 days ago

Today is the last day to secure early bird registration & exclusive BMMA swag for #BMHC22! Join us in Washington, D.C. this September as we gather to advance maternal & reproductive health for Black women & birthing people. Visit blackmamasmatter.org/bmhc22/ to sign up now! pic.twitter.com/46CpUTHlK3

About 3 days ago

This morning our co-founding board member & Executive Director of @FWHC, Kwajelyn Jackson, weighed in on SCOTUS' decision to overturn Roe V. Wade on @OnPointRadio & how this decision will impact women of color seeking abortions. Hear what she shared wbur.fm/3AdLQE5 pic.twitter.com/GWl4AZNNCE

About 4 days ago

#BMMAInTheNews | In spite of the Supreme Court’s ruling, we will continue the work to achieve and sustain the holistic care that ALL Black women and birthing people need and deserve. Access the full article: r29.co/3AcqBCJ #BlackMamasMatter #BlackMaternalHealth pic.twitter.com/ArhhG6LfWY

About 4 days ago

The Early Bird registration deadline for our 2022 Black Maternal Health Conference and Training Institute™ (BMHC22) is nearly upon us! 🙌🏾🤩🐣 Register at blackmamasmatter.org/BMHC22/ or click the 🔗 in bio! #BlackMamasMatter #BlackMaternalHealth #reproHealth #BMHC22 #BirthJustice pic.twitter.com/Ipexr2Pbv9

About 5 days ago

BMMA is disappointed that the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade. This reversal threatens the reproductive rights of birthing people & infringes upon their bodily autonomy. But the fight isn't over! Visit bit.ly/roewadeoverturn to read our statement. #ProtectAbortionRights pic.twitter.com/CRU7kvwdZo

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