Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association

📢 Proud moment! 💪🏽 BMBFA was featured in a powerful story by WXYZ-TV, highlighting the incredible impact of human milk on premature infants. Our team is excited about the work happening in Detroit. Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ez_bG2eN #BMBFA #InfantMortalityAwareness #SOSMaternityNetwork #DetroitStrong

🎉 You're Invited to an Evening of Celebration and Transformation! 🎉 BMBFA’s Board of Directors proudly present: Triple Crown Gala & Awards Ceremony: Babies Win. Families Thrive. Communities Transformed. 📅 Friday, December 6, 2024 📍 Dossin Great Lakes Museum, Belle Isle, Detroit, MI 👗 Attire: Semi-Formal/Formal Attire Join us for an inspiring night where we recognize the leaders driving change in maternal and child health for Black families. For over 17 years, BMBFA has been at the forefront of efforts to eliminate disparities and uplift communities. ✨ Event Highlights: Pre-ceremony mixer Live entertainment Awards honoring excellence in health advocacy Networking with health and community leaders and advocates 🎟️ Tickets and Tables are available for a limited time! Visit https://lnkd.in/eZ-DpHZ7 to secure your spot today! For any questions, contact Mackenzie Currie at mackenziec@bmbfa.org. Want to be a sponsor? Contact Kiddada Green directly for sponsorship details at kiddadagreen@bmbfa.org . Let’s celebrate together and continue making an impact! #BMBFAGala #CommunityTransformation #CelebrateChange #TripleCrownGala #MaternalHealth #BreastfeedingEquity #BMBFA #DetroitEvents

🌟 We’re thrilled to celebrate the exceptional leaders of the Birth & Breastfeeding Leadership Institute Cohort 4! 🎉 These dedicated graduates were officially pinned in a powerful ceremony on October 26, marking the completion of their nine-month leadership journey filled with transformative training. 🎓✨ A special congratulations to Kristina Cheek, CLC; Malikah Garner, MBA; Jasmine Creighton, MS, CBS; and Dasha Tate, PSD, BS! 🌺 These leaders have committed to intensive training, equipping themselves with skills in Communication, Organizational Leadership, and beyond, to uplift their communities and drive impactful change. 🌍 Discover how this pioneering program is shaping the next generation of community health leaders, and join us in congratulating these inspiring graduates in the comments below! 🙌🏾💫 Learn more about the Birth & Breastfeeding Leadership Institute at institute.bmbfa.org. 📲 #BMBFA #LeadershipExcellence #CommunityImpact #CelebrateLeadership #BBLICohort4 #PinningCeremony #LeadershipInAction #BreastfeedingAdvocacy #BlackExcellence #CommunityImpact

🎉 You’re invited! The Pinning Ceremony for Cohort 4 of the Birth & Breastfeeding Leadership Institute is on October 26, 2024 at 10 AM EDT! 🎉 These dedicated leaders have spent nine months developing the skills and knowledge to lead in breastfeeding advocacy, maternal health, and Black family empowerment. Through this rigorous program, they have become powerful agents of change, ready to make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond. 🌍💪🏾 Join us in recognizing their hard work, resilience, and leadership. 📅 Saturday, October 26, 2024 ⏰ 10 AM EDT 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eDkmnqb8 Help us celebrate their achievements and share in their journey of growth. 🌟 #BBLICohort4 #PinningCeremony #BreastfeedingLeadership #MaternalHealthAdvocacy #BlackExcellence #Empowerment #CommunityImpact

🌟 Deadline Extended: Apply for BBLI Cohort 6 by 11:59 PM TONIGHT! 🌟 We’ve extended the application deadline for the Birth & Breastfeeding Leadership Institute (BBLI) Cohort 6 until TONIGHT at 11:59 PM due to the incredible response we received from our “Understanding the Village Experience” conference. Despite advancements, maternal and infant mortality rates remain disproportionately high for Black women and babies. BBLI equips leaders with the tools needed to address these disparities and drive equity in maternal health. Over nine months, participants will develop essential skills in Advocacy, Leadership, Fund Development, Program Development, and Content Creation. Graduates will be honored in a virtual ceremony and awarded a Certificate of Advanced Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. 🔗 Apply today at [Application Link] to join a transformative movement and make an impact. 📅 Final Deadline: TONIGHT, 11:59 PM 👉🏾 Don’t miss this opportunity to lead change—spots are limited! #BBLI #Leadership #MaternalHealth #BlackMothers #Equity #Diversity #BMBFA #ApplyNow

🍂 Today is the Day! Join us for the Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association’s Annual Harvest Fest! 🍂 🎃 Happening TODAY, October 18, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Curtis Jones Park (1941 Ferry Park St, Detroit, MI 48208). 🍁🌻As you can see, the weather is changing, so our Harvest Fest will be BMBFA's last outdoor Breastfeeding Club for the year—and it's one you definitely don't want to miss! Bring the family for an afternoon of autumn-themed activities, delicious fall foods, and special giveaways, including a raffle for an Instant Pot & a spa gift card! Don’t forget your cozy blanket and favorite chair for extra comfort. 🤱🏾✨ Stay connected and register today at www.bmbfa.org/harvest. Want to stay connected? Download the B'Right Hub app to easily sign up for future events at https://lnkd.in/emUg-rc5 or find it in the App Store and Google Play. We can’t wait to see you tonight—spread the word and join us for this final outdoor celebration of the season! 🎃🧡 #BMBFA #CommunityEvent #FamilyFun #breastfeeding #detroit #harvestfest #blackmaternalhealth #family #PrenatalBreastfeeding #EmpoweringMotherhood #Pregnancy

🌟 BBLI Cohort 6 Application Deadline Extended to October 21st! 🌟 After an overwhelming response at our 2024 “Understanding the Village Experience” Birth & Breastfeeding Conference, we’ve extended the deadline to Monday, October 21, 2024, at 11:59 PM. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your leadership skills and champion health equity in maternal care. 💼✨ Despite advances in healthcare, maternal and infant mortality rates for Black women and babies remain disproportionately high. The Birth & Breastfeeding Leadership Institute (BBLI) provides professionals with the knowledge and tools to address these disparities and foster equitable solutions in maternal health. Over the course of nine months, participants will build essential skills in: 🗣️ Communications & Messaging 🏛️ Advocacy & Policy 📈 Program & Fund Development 🎯 Organizational Leadership Graduates will be celebrated in a virtual ceremony and receive a Certificate of Advanced Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. 🎓📜 🔗 Take the next step in your leadership journey today! Apply now at https://lnkd.in/g8kqeVCh. Spots are limited! #BMBFA #BlackMothers #Breastfeeding #MaternalHealth #Leadership #BBLI #Equity #Diversity #Community

🍂 Join us for the Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association’s Annual Harvest Party! This family-friendly event, hosted by the Black Mothers Breastfeeding Club, will be held on October 18, 2024 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Curtis Jones Park located at 1941 Ferry Park St, Detroit, MI 48208. 🤱🏾✨ Come out and enjoy an evening of autumn-themed activities for the kids, fall themed foods, and special giveaways from our generous sponsors. Don’t forget to bring a cozy blanket and your favorite chair. Also, you have a chance to enter our raffle and win an Instant Pot & spa gift card! To stay informed about all of our events, download the B'Right Hub app, where you can easily register for upcoming gatherings. 🍂 🍂 Register Today at www.bmbfa.org/harvest. Save the date and share with friends! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🍂🧡 #BMBFA #CommunityEvent #FamilyFun #breastfeeding #detroit #harvestfest #blackmaternalhealth #family #PrenatalBreastfeeding #EmpoweringMotherhood #Pregnancy

‼️The Virtual Conference Is Underway ‼️ 🤱🏾✨ As the first day of the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Virtual Birth & Breastfeeding Conference gets underway, we would like to acknowledge and celebrate the generous support of our amazing sponsors! Their commitment empowers us to continue uplifting Black maternal health and building stronger communities through education, advocacy, and collaboration. ✨ A huge thank you to our incredible supporters and sponsors for their continued support! ✨ Event Supporter: W.K. Kellogg Foundation Platinum Sponsors: Michigan Department of Human Services, The Healthy Start TA & Support Center, and Healthy Start TA & Support Center at National Institute for Children's Health Quality (NICHQ) Gold Sponsors: Moms Rising and SEMPQIC Silver Sponsors: Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere (ROSE) and Priority Health Thank you to each of our sponsors for standing with us on this journey. Together, we are making a difference! 💜 We hope you all are enjoying the conference so far, we have 2 more days to go to connect and inspire each other. See you all on Day 2!  #BMBFAConference #VillageExperience #BlackMaternalHealth #ThankYou #CommunitySupport

🎉 Exciting News! Senator Erika Giess will be joining us during the Village Experience! 🎉 We are thrilled to share that Senator Erika Geiss will be delivering special remarks at our 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! 🎤 ✨ Senator Geiss has been a powerful advocate for maternal and child health.Her dedication to pushing forward policy and legislation that uplifts and protects mothers and babies is an inspiration, and we are deeply honored to have her share her insights at this year’s conference. 💪🏾✨ 🤱🏾✨ There are only a few hours left to secure your spot at the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! Late registration is now just $349. Plus, save $52 and pay just $297 when registering in groups of 5 or more! ⏳ Register now and join us for this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field! 💜 All registrants will have access to all conference sessions through the end of 2024. 🔗 Register now - the deadline is TONIGHT at 11:59 pm. https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6  #BMBFA #VillageExperience2024 #JennieJoseph #BirthJustice #BlackMaternalHealth #Breastfeeding