ELEVATING BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH

Your journey to birth equity takes flight. Join us as we soar to new heights in Virginia's maternal health landscape.

TOUR + ITINERARY

  • COLOR Carnival

    Free Community Event

    Terminal locations and dates coming soon

  • Wellness Day

    Community Event

    Gate Opening Soon

  • The Milk Bar

    Workshop Class

    Coming Soon

  • Black Maternal Health Summit

    Community Event

    Friday, April 12, 2025

    U-Turn of Richmond

    Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

First Class Event Saturday, April 12th, 2025 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM U-Turn of Richmond

📍 BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH SUMMIT

THE CREW • KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

  • Kenda Sutton-El

    Captain of Change: Award-Winning Executive Director, Birth in Color Founder, Virginia Task Force Leader, and Champion for Black Maternal Health Equity

  • Dr. Rachel Bervell

    Flight Commander: Harvard-Trained Physician, Time Magazine Changemaker, Black ObGyn Project Co-Founder, and Global Health Equity Pioneer

  • Dr. Toni M. Bond

    Navigation Expert: Reproductive Justice Founding Mother, Distinguished Scholar-Activist, Religious Ethics Pioneer, and National Policy Transformer

FLIGHT HISTORY

Read our 2024 journey highlights on the blog

Need assistance? Check our FAQ for smooth navigation through BMHW25. We’re so excited to see you!

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 FAQs

  • Black Maternal Health Week is an annual celebration that takes place from April 11 to April 17. It originated from the efforts of the Black Mamas Matter Alliance and was created to raise awareness of diminished maternal health outcomes in America, especially among Black women.

  • The Black Maternal Health Summit will be held on Friday, April 12th, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT. The event will take place in person at 2101 Maywill St, Richmond, VA 23230, USA.

  • There are several ways to get involved:

    Attend events such as the Color Carnival, Community Baby Showers, and the Black Maternal Health Summit.

    Become a Black Maternal Health Week Sponsor to support the cause and promote your brand. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities at BirthinColor.org/partners

  • Yes, in addition to the Black Maternal Health Summit, there are various events scheduled throughout the week, including community carnivals, webinars, breastfeeding joy sessions, and Black Women’s Wellness Day.

  • You can support the fundraising campaign by donating, purchasing tickets, and sharing the fundraiser with your network. We aim to reach a $70,000 goal. Donate Here

  • Absolutely! Businesses can become Black Maternal Health Week Sponsors to promote their brand, show community support, reach a diverse audience, and enhance their brand reputation. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities at BirthinColor.org/Partnerships