Raising awareness and addressing inequalities Black families face across the country Black Maternal Health Week is recognized annually, April 11-17, across the United States and — led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance — aims to build awareness, activism, and community to amplify the voices, perspectives, and lived experiences of Black Mamas and birthing persons. Black birthing persons and new parents are disproportionately affected by racial inequities and a lack of access to resources. “Harris County […]