📰 The National Partnership for Women & Families has released a report: “State Momnibus Scan" This comprehensive scan examines how states are addressing maternal health care inequity through policy, & where more advocacy is needed to close persistent gaps. Full report at nationalpartnership.org

Because… how do you not sign up for this lineup?! 👏🏾 It’s giving "MUST-ATTEND.” 🎓 CE credits available. 💻 Can’t make it live? Don't worry, bundle purchasers access all session recordings. 💰 Save 15% when you grab bundle. ✨Register: bit.ly/bmmalearn25 #BMMA #BlackMamasMatter #BlackMaternalHealth

✨ Atlanta Fam — we need you! Join BMMA for an in-person volunteer opportunity in Atlanta, GA on Thu, November 13, 2025, from 2–6 pm. Interested? 📩 Already a volunteer? Email [email protected] to sign up. 🌸 New to BMMA? Fill out the volunteer form at bit.ly/bmmavol and email us to get started!

Cont. ✨ It’s here! BMMA’s 2024 Annual Report is now LIVE. Here are 5 ways we made an impact together! Explore the full 2024 Annual Report: bit.ly/bmma2024

✨ It’s here! BMMA’s 2024 Annual Report is now LIVE. 2024 was a year of growth, awareness, and reclaiming our power, and we’re proud to share 5 ways we made an impact together. Explore the full 2024 Annual Report: bit.ly/bmma2024 #BMMA #2024

📣 The first session of BMMA’s 2025 Fall Perinatal Learning Series starts Friday! MEET the faces behind these dynamic sessions, a powerful lineup of national experts & community-based leaders shaping the future of perinatal, reproductive, & environmental health. Open to ALL! 🔗: bit.ly/bmmalearn25

The USDA has announced it will partially fund SNAP benefits for November after court rulings required the program to continue amid the ongoing government shutdown. If the shutdown continues, millions could face the same uncertainty again in December. #SNAP #WIC #FoodSecurity #USDA

Behind every contribution to BMMA is a story — one of love, belief, and commitment to a future where Black Mamas thrive.    Our Year-End Giving Theme:  ✨Every Gift Tells a Story. Every Story Strengthens the Black Maternal Health Movement. Your support helps write the next chapter: bit.ly/bmmagive

Hurricane Melissa has destroyed parts of the Caribbean, including Jamaica, Haiti, & Cuba, leaving nearly 50 lives lost and families, hospitals, & communities in crisis. As recovery begins for some, the storm continues to impact other parts of the Caribbean. Swipe to see verified groups to support.

We’re thrilled to share the official theme for Black Maternal Health Week 2026 (April 11-17): 💜Rooted in Justice & Joy.💜 #BMHW26 at blkmaternalhealthweek.com and stay connected at blackmamasmatter.org/connect! #BMHW26 #Theme #RootedinJusticeandJoy

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re uplifting the vital role of healthcare providers (clinical and non-clinical) in identifying and supporting survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV). Perinatal IPV screening isn’t just a formality, it’s a lifeline. #DVAM #IPV

Cont. Food is a HUMAN RIGHT, not a privilege. Share this post to spread awareness and support.

Cont. What you can do immediately: 1️⃣ Find your state office: fns.usda.gov/snap/state-d... 2️⃣ Dial 211 or visit 211.org 3️⃣ Search for local food banks: feedingamerica.org/find-your-lo... Explore trusted resources offering food & community support during the shutdown.

🚨 On November 1, 2025, 42 million people in the U.S. could lose food support. With the government shut down, SNAP & WIC programs are running out of federal funding, putting millions of families at risk of hunger.

At BMMA, we’re deeply committed to ensuring this workforce continues to thrive, by providing the tools, trainings, research, & resources needed to strengthen their impact in communities nationwide.  This photo, captured at #BMHC24, reflects the heart of this movement.  Join us: bit.ly/bmmagiving

Grab your spot in BMMA’s 2025 Fall Perinatal Learning Series! This six-part virtual experience brings together practitioners, birthworkers, and advocates to explore how environmental and reproductive justice shape Black Maternal Health. Reserve your spot today at bit.ly/bmmalearn25 (link in bio).

This #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, BMMA Honors Ericka Hart, an educator, writer, and breast cancer survivor whose unapologetic advocacy continues to transform how we talk about healing, identity, and justice. #BMMAHonors #BlackMaternalHealth

Last chance to register for BMMA’s Clinical Stakeholder Meeting happening TOMORROW, Tuesday, October 28, 2025 in Atlanta, GA. This clinician-centered gathering is designed to restore, connect, and build community among those serving in perinatal, maternal, & reproductive health. 🔗 bit.ly/bmmaclin

Cont. BMMA participated in #FeministFunded25 congressional hill briefing & deepened connections with many stakeholders engaged in conversations about how philanthropy can better align with the needs of Black Maternal Health organizations driving systemic change. Learn more: feministfunded.org!

#BMHinAction 💜 Earlier this fall, our Director of Strategy, Wanja Ngugi, joined Executive Director Angela D. Aina at the Feminist Funded Conference in Washington, D.C., hosted by the Women’s Funding Network.

Everyone deserves to live free from violence, stigma, & discrimination — including people living with HIV. Today, on the Day of Action to End Violence Against Women Living with HIV, we honor the advocates, healthcare providers, & community leaders working to create safer, more just systems of care.

Introducing our second facilitator for the upcoming Clinician Stakeholder Meeting— Shanti Moore, MSN, CNM, a midwife, nurse, and birth justice advocate whose work continues to transform care for birthing people. Register now at bit.ly/bmmaclin Limited spots available!

During #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, we uplift an important truth — violence affects every part of health, including the safety and well-being of Black Mamas & birthing people. 💜 Systemic barriers too often leave survivors unseen & unsupported, but healing begins with community, care, & justice.

Recent reporting by The 19th reveals, ICE continues to detain people that are pregnant, postpartum, and/or nursing despite federal limits on such practices, raising human rights & maternal health concerns. Maternal health is a human right, & includes immigrant & asylum-seeking parents & families.

Cont. This 6-part series is designed to deepen your knowledge, strengthen your practice, & expand your impact through environmental and reproductive justice–centered training led by national experts & community-based leaders. Register: bit.ly/bmmalearn25

✨Registration is OPEN for BMMA’s 2025 Fall Perinatal Learning Series!✨ Join us this fall for a virtual learning experience open to ALL practitioners, advocates, & stakeholders committed to improving maternal, perinatal, & environmental health.

We’re excited to introduce the first of two facilitators leading our upcoming Clinician Stakeholder Meeting, a space designed to center wellness, connection, and care for those working across the perinatal, maternal, and reproductive health workforce. Register: bit.ly/bmmaclin

THANK YOU to the members of the Synovus African American Employee Resource Group (ERG) for nominating and voting for BMMA, Inc. to receive their 2025 nonprofit support. Their investment will help us further the work of strengthening the Black perinatal, maternal, and reproductive health workforce 💜

Day 2 of our 2025 Alliance Convening, held mid-September in Atlanta, GA, was all about reflection, strategy, & strengthening our collective foundation. Inas-Khalidah Mahdi reminded us that in a time when funders and partners are pulling out, spaces like this are vital for mapping strategies.

We’re one day away from a powerful, free webinar designed to help families navigate RSV season with confidence. Join a doctor, a mom, and our host for a thoughtful conversation about how RSV impacts babies’ lungs, and how to help protect them this season. Don't miss out: bit.ly/bmmarsv

Coming right off the heels of #NationalMidwiferyWeek, we continue to honor & uplift the Indigenous midwives & birth workers who carry forward the legacies of their ancestors, protecting traditions, reclaiming autonomy, & nurturing generations through culturally grounded care. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

Last month, BMMA’s Policy & Advocacy team represented at the 54th Annual Legislative Conference hosted by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation in Washington, D.C.! Our Policy Associate, Stephanie Aristide, joined national leaders & policymakers advancing solutions for Black Maternal Health.

Something exciting is coming 🍂 Our Fall 2025 Perinatal Healthcare Workforce Enrichment Series! New courses featuring leading experts in Black Maternal Health & culturally congruent care designed to help you advance birth justice & Black Maternal Health outcomes. Details dropping soon!

World Mental Health Day reminds us that caring for others begins with caring for ourselves. In this clip, Kay Matthews, Founder and Executive Director of the Shades of Blue Project, shares two truths: the people doing the work also need care, rest, and support — AND that rest IS MANDATORY.

Clinicians, this one’s for you! Join us on Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025, from 11am–3pm in Atlanta, GA, for a clinician-centered stakeholder meeting designed to uplift, restore, & connect those doing the work. Register now at bit.ly/bmmaclin to be part of the conversation! #Clinicians #BMMA #Wellness

For #NationalMidwiferyWeek (Oct 5–11), we are bringing back these powerful words from our Executive Director, Angela D. Aina, shared during the 2025 Black Midwives Day Conference on March 14. Angela reminds us that we need ACTION! Learn more & explore the resources: blackmamasmatter.org/our-work

As part of #RJWeekofAction, join us tomorrow, Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 1PM EST for a powerful IG Live conversation hosted by Tracy Parris-Benjamin of the Black Women’s Health Imperative. Join us on IG and hear directly from leaders pushing for justice, equity, and community-driven change.

(Cont.) Join us as we continue building on this legacy, sustaining our programs, strengthening Black-led research and advocacy and equipping the Black perinatal workforce with the tools, trainings and support. 💜 Engage with us and stay connected: blackmamasmatter.org/connect

From the very first convening in 2015 to becoming a Black women-led cross-sectoral alliance, BMMA has been at the forefront of advancing Black Maternal Health with dignity, culture, and justice at the core. As we prepare to honor 10 years of this work next year, we know there is still more to do.

A Conversation to Help Protect Your Baby this RSV Season! Hear from a trusted doctor and an experienced mom in this live webinar where you'll learn what Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is, why it could be dangerous for your baby and what you can do to help reduce the risk. 🔗: bit.ly/bmmarsv

📰 Did you catch our latest newsletter? Here’s what we covered: - A look back at the 2025 Alliance Convening kickoff in Atlanta - Updates from the GaBMHT Stakeholder meetings - Policy and advocacy news - Upcoming events Don’t miss the next one! Sign up today: blackmamasmatter.org/connect.

From #BMHC to the #BMHW WALK, our sponsors have stood alongside us in this movement to advance Black Maternal Health. Their support sustains the momentum, uplifts community-driven solutions, & moves us closer to ending maternal & infant health inequities.💜 Now, we’re inviting YOU: bit.ly/bmmaspon

📣 #Macon, we’re coming your way! The #GaBMHT Stakeholder meeting is happening this Friday, October 3, 2025. Be part of the collective work and efforts to build solutions that tackle inequities in Black Maternal Health outcomes across #GA. Register: bit.ly/gabmhtmacon #BMMA #BlackMaternalHealth

Did you know that Black women and birthing people with sickle cell disease face higher risks in pregnancy, including preeclampsia, blood clots, & preterm birth? Equity in maternal health means ensuring culturally competent care for families impacted by sickle cell. #SickleCell #BlackMaternalHealth

Today, on International Safe Abortion Day, it's a global reminder that access to safe, legal, and compassionate abortion care is a fundamental human right, and a critical part of reproductive justice. Reproductive freedom is not optional, it's essential to protecting Black Maternal Health.

World Contraception Day is a call to action AND a call for accountability! For Black women and birthing people, access to contraception isn’t just a matter of care, it’s about autonomy, dignity, and the ability to make informed decisions about our bodies and futures. #ReproJustice

Atlanta to Columbus, & now #Macon, it’s your turn! Join us for the 3rd GaBMHT Stakeholder Meeting, where we’ll continue building strategies to drive systemic reforms, uplift the Black perinatal workforce, and center Black Mamas & families in Georgia’s maternal health agenda. 🔗: bit.ly/gabmhtmacon

Let’s Talk Respiratory Health for Your Little Ones! In this free webinar, you'll learn what RSV is, why it could be dangerous for your baby, and what you can do to help reduce the risk. Save Your Spot:  webapp.spotme.com/login/sanofi...

🚨 Mississippi has declared a public health emergency as infant mortality reaches its highest level in more than a decade. The state has also halted participation in CDC’s PRAMS, cutting off critical maternal & infant health data. Data is power. Maternal and infant health must stay on the agenda.

🖤Our Alliance partners from across the nation gathered in Atlanta, GA, for our convening, a space to connect, strategize, & advance Black Maternal Health together. We kicked it off with a site visit to the Feminist Center for Reproductive Liberation. blackmamasmatter.org/our-partners #BMMA