Black Maternal Health Week 2023

The Black Maternal Health Webinar Series from NNLM features presentations and discussions from expert guest speakers, and NNLM staff. The presentations will enable librarians and community members to learn more about the past, present and future of Black Maternal Health in America.

Image of a black mother holding her small child 

Objectives

To strengthen awareness of health issues and disparities that disproportionately impact Black women and their families.

Class Length

60 minutes

Class Owner(s)

Contact the NNLM Training Office for more information.

Instructor(s)

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Continuing Education

This class has been approved for Medical Library Association (MLA) continuing education credits.

Classes

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No classes.

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Black Maternal Health Week Journal Discussion Join us for this live discussion as we explore the article Environmental Factors Involved in Maternal Morbidity and Mortality.

This live discussion will explore the following questions:

What are some ways Black women and other birthing people who are not researchers contribute to this research? 

What are some ways this research can be shared and lead to actionable results among those most affected by disparities? 

Where do libraries fit into this work?
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Black Maternal Health Week Panel Discussion: Current Issues in Black Maternal Health This live event features the insight of a panel of three leaders in Black Maternal Health. Each panelist will present a lightning talk about current issues in Black Maternal Health, and the remainder of the presentation will be a moderated Q&A with attendees. 1.00 On
Exploring the Maternal Experience Survey: Addressing Racism and Informing New Models of Maternal Care to Promote Health Equity This webinar discusses the Maternal Experience Survey and the Black maternal health crisis. 1.00 CHIS Level 1 On
History of Black Maternal Health Lecture, Simulcast & Live Discussion This event will happen in two parts. The first part will be the broadcast of a previously recorded lecture with Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens.

The second part of the event will be a live discussion session with participants about the lecture and Black maternal health.
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