Book Talk Series: Birthing Justice - Black Women, Pregnancy, and Childbirth
April 4, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm • Harlem, NY
Dr. Sayida and several contributing authors and RJ/BJ advocates will discuss the 2nd Edition of Birthing Justice book. They will be sharing stories of all the ways the Birthing Justice movement is transforming Black births everywhere.
Hosted by: SRJ Hub at CUNY SPH and Black Women Birthing Justice
Book Talk Series: Birthing Justice - Black Women, Pregnancy, and Childbirth
April 6, 2024 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm • Bronx, NY
Dr. Sayida and several contributing authors and RJ/BJ advocates will discuss the 2nd Edition of Birthing Justice book. They will be sharing stories of all the ways the Birthing Justice movement is transforming Black births everywhere.
Hosted by: SRJ Hub at CUNY SPH, Black Women Birthing Justice, and Bx ReBirth and Progress Collective
Book Talk Series: Birthing Justice - Black Women, Pregnancy, and Childbirth
April 7, 2024 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm • Brooklyn, NY
Dr. Sayida and several contributing authors and RJ/BJ advocates will discuss the 2nd Edition of Birthing Justice book. They will be sharing stories of all the ways the Birthing Justice movement is transforming Black births everywhere.
Hosted by: SRJ Hub at CUNY SPH, Black Women Birthing Justice, Ancient Song, Maternal and Adolescent Health Safety Alliance
The Nurture Revolution Retreat
Five days of expert workshops and restorative practices for parents of babies 0-3 years, to nourish your nervous system and decrease overwhelm. Each day will be packed with amazing speakers who are ready to support you in this season of your life. There is a pop-up Facebook group where you’ll find like-minded parents and ask questions.
You can attend the retreat absolutely free, but you can also choose the ALL ACCESS PASS, which will give you ongoing access to talks and practices + amazing premium bonuses from our speakers.
Featuring Dr. Sayida on Day 1!
Hosted by The Nurture Revolution
5th Annual Black Maternal & Mental Health Summit
Black Maternal Mental Health Week 2023 continues with this year's summit hosted by The Shades of Blue Project and UT Health School of Public Health. We are looking forward to bringing you dynamic speakers and many networking opportunities. We look forward to engaging, learning and building new relationship with all of your attendance.
Join Dr. Sayida for the conference keynote address!
Hosted by Shades of Blue Project and UT Health School of Public Health
Speak up when you're down gala: cultivating community voices
Dr. Sayida Peprah-Wilson will be honored and presented with the Perinatal Mental Health Champions Award!
If you are local and interested in attending the Gala, click "register here" below.
Hosted by Maternal Mental Health Now
Our joy - black maternal health week celebration
The Village House invites you to join us and celebrate "OUR JOY" - A Black Maternal Health Week event with the friends and family in the Inland Empire.
It's a community affair -- FREE food, kids activities, giveaways, music, and more! Coming together and celebrating the beautiful families in our community. Meet local birth workers, enjoy live music, eat and make memories.
Hosted by Sankofa Birthworkers Collective
~restoring the joy of birth~
we don't talk: the truth about pregnancy and childbirth
Pregnancy and childbirth are a beautiful, life-giving experience. But it can also be messy, unpredictable, and even traumatic for some. As a consequence, when mamas struggle, they think they are alone, and often experience guilt and isolation.
Join this group of experienced providers who advocate normalizing frank conversations about the good, the bad and the ugly of giving birth.
Not to scare, but to help melanated mamas become better prepared for their birthing and parenting journey.
Join Dr. Sayida for a powerful panel discussion!
Hosted by Birthing the Magic Collaborative
centering black mothers: ca maternal mortality
Join us for a Special Sisters @ Eight event in collaboration with our Maternal & Infant Health program "Centering Black Mothers: CA Maternal Mortality Rates."
Our panel discussion will focus on The California Statewide Advisory Report, data surrounding Black maternal and infant mortality rates, why it matters, and the importance of having the data released to the public.
Join the call to action! Register today!
uplifting cosmic joy through womb sovereignty
A virtual experience on the Sacred Cycles of Life, Birth, Death, and Rebirth during Black Maternal Health Week.
Facilitated by women's mysteries workers, teachers, and healers, this immersive experience will anchor, restore, and activate curiosity, joy, and reverence for all of Life and its phases.
Join us and register today!
Hosted by Diversity Uplifts, Inc. and Frontline Doulas
The intersection of sexual abuse & health: maternal mental health & morbidity
As we open Black Maternal Health Week 2023, join us for a webinar on The Intersection of Sexual Abuse & Maternal Health. This webinar will explore how experiences of sexual abuse can impact maternal health outcomes, and can affect physical and mental health during pregnancy and childbirth.
Our speakers, Dr. Sayida Peprah-Wilson, PsyD and Inas-Khalidah Mahdi, MPH, experts in the field of maternal health and sexual abuse, will share their insights through discussion. They will highlight the importance of recognizing and addressing the impact of sexual abuse on maternal health outcomes for Black birthing people.
Participants will come away with a greater understanding of the impact sexual abuse can have on the physical and mental health of pregnant individuals and their childbirth outcomes, and insight on how to create safe and trauma-informed care environments that center their needs.
This webinar is open to anyone interested in learning about how to support survivors of sexual abuse during the maternal health journey. Join us to gain insights, tools and practical strategies to support the health and wellbeing of survivors of sexual abuse during pregnancy and childbirth
Join Dr. Sayida for the dynamic live discussion!
Hosted by the National Birth Equity Collaborative
my hair, my health: Celebrating beauty & wellness from the inside out
Our 11th Annual event aims to empower African American women and their families by offering tools and resources to promote: (1) healing of body, mind and soul; (2) increased knowledge and skills to combat barriers to health promoting activities; and (3) improved self-image and self-acceptance. "Clear the stigma from your crown!"
Event Highlights:
Setting Healthy Boundaries - with family and work life balance
Self-care - taking care of your mental, physical, and spiritual needs
Depression & Anxiety - signs & symptoms, de-stigmatization, and getting help
Join Dr. Sayida for the conference keynote address!
Hosted by the Riverside Community Health Foundation & the Healthy Heritage Movement in partnership with the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health Nutrition Program and the San Bernardino/Riverside Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Black breastfeeding reunion
Join Sankofa Birthworkers Collective and the Riverside Community Health Foundation for a day of fun and connecting with our community while celebrating the resilience and power of breastfeeding in the Black community. Together we'll enjoy:
Storytelling
Games
Opportunity drawings
and much more!
Bring your own lunch! Drinks and shaved ice provided.
Hosted by the Sankofa Birthworkers Collective of the Inland Empire & Riverside Community Health Foundation
the state of black maternal mental health roundtable - part 2
Black Maternal Mental Health Week continues with its 4th Annual educational, informative and action-prompted event -- bringing Maternal & Mental Health Leaders together to discuss the current state of Black Maternal Mental Health while bringing more awareness to the forefront and creating community-driven solutions.
Join Dr. Sayida in a riveting panel discussion!
Hosted by Shades of Blue Project
black maternal & mental health summit: dismantling the strong black woman syndrome
Tune in for a riveting and candid discussion designed to get the perspective of the panelists around cultural norms and the effects on the physical and mental well being for Black women and birthing individuals.
Join Dr. Sayida in a powerful panel discussion!
Hosted by Shades of Blue Project
birthing the magic: Reframing the Narrative on Black Mamas' Mental Health
Tune in for a panel discussion between Dr. Sayida and Rose L. Horton, CEO & Founder of Antonia & Grace Motherhood Concierge as they navigate topics around pregnancy and motherhood for the BIPOC community.
Hosted by Antonia & Grace Motherhood Concierge
self-care & wholeness as birthworkers
Black Wellness and Prosperity Center is partnering with Frontline Doulas in an online healing conversation regarding the BODY, MIND, and SPIRIT of birth workers.
To join, scan the QR code on the flyer or click "register" below.
Hosted by BLACK Doula Consortium in partnership with Frontline Doulas
Juneteenth Celebration Panel: Getting Grounded. Mental Health, Environment as Meditation
Join Dr. Sayida and two other dynamic Black women panelists in discussions about the importance of getting outside and connecting with nature as a means to support mental wellness and a deeper connection with oneself, the community and the environment.
Panel Highlights:
Discover why environment matters
Gain tips to manage anxiety and stress using nature and environment
Learn about careers centered in uplifting the environment in the black community
Hosted by The Conservation Lands Foundation, in partnership with Black Voice News and BLU Education Foundation.
Social Determinants of Health and their Impact on Maternal Health
This interactive virtual training is designed to increase participants' understanding of the impacts of social determinants of health on maternal health outcomes. Through case conceptualizations and interactive activities, participants will learn how social circumstances can impact families’ experiences and outcomes as they prepare to deliver and raise child. Additionally, participants will learn strategies to incorporate this knowledge into appropriate service delivery for the families they serve.
KJLH Radio:
22nd Annual Women’s Health Expo
KJLH once again returns to The Long Beach Convention Center for the 22nd Annual Women’s Health Expo. This year’s theme “Celebrate Life” is presented by Black Infant Health and will bring together best in class experts in health and medicine, mental health, financial health and technology. Join Dr. Sayida for the keynote address as well as a panel discussion that day!
Hosted by KJLH Radio and Black Infant Health
Generations Midwifery "Addressing Racism & Bias" learning series 2022
Join Dr. Sayida as she kicks off the learning series with her presentation, "Strengthening Cultural Humility, Dismantling Implicit Bias for Birth Professionals."
Hosted by Generations Midwifery Services