Sign up for APHA emails to stay up-to-date on key public health news. ×
 

Black Breastfeeding Week

Observances //

Date:

Aug 25 2021 - Aug 31 2021

Description

The fourth annual national Black Maternal Health Week 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.

Learn more