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"When we acknowledge Black disabled history, we can create a better future for Black disabled people of today and tomorrow. Black disabled history is world history." Empowering read on the significance of Black Disabled History. https://lnkd.in/gMHJvmvB

JUST IN: Join us tomorrow at 7pm for the anniversary mass honoring Ashling Murphy, a young woman whose life was tragically taken two years ago. Let's remember her and the positive impact she made. #AshlingMurphy #MemorialFund #IrishArts #CommunitySupport #TheReportify Share your thoughts in the comments. To learn more and read the complete story, click on this link. https://lnkd.in/gJp6YVAE

The impact and feedback is clear: doula support significantly improves birth outcomes, particularly for Black mothers. Doulas can provide crucial knowledge and advocacy to navigate challenges such as Preeclampsia. Fellow birth workers, check out the @Preeclampsia Foundation for helpful tools to incorporate into client education. Fellow advocates check out their Take 10 campaign asking for just 10 minutes to join the registry and share stories. This will help ensure Black moms are well-represented in research, empowered with information, and equipped to have healthy pregnancies. https://lnkd.in/eWgwX_Wq Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e35VBmUH

On this Ninth day of Black History Month, we highlight April Valentine—a 31-year-old Black woman who, filled with hope for a smooth delivery, faced a heart-wrenching fate at Centinela Hospital in California. Despite her preparations, hospital staff allegedly dismissed her pleas, denying her doula and neglecting her during childbirth, leading to her untimely death on January 10, 2023. Nigha Robertson, April's partner, shared the harrowing experience with the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, sparking rallies and the Justice 4 April Instagram page to demand accountability. The Department of Health and Human Services is investigating, with potential consequences for Centinela, including fines or license revocation. During the Board of Supervisors meeting, advocates for April Valentine highlighted Centinela Hospital's reputation within the community as one of the "worst hospitals in the county" for Black and Latina mothers. Past legal judgments and recent nurse protests further underscore concerns about the hospital's practices and conditions. The broader context of rising maternal mortality rates in the US, particularly affecting Black women, adds a somber backdrop to April Valentine's tragic story. This crisis extends beyond individual tragedies. It highlights the urgent need for comprehensive reforms in healthcare systems, policies, and practices to address racial disparities in maternal care. The rising tide of Black maternal deaths demands immediate attention, advocacy, and systemic change to ensure that every mother, regardless of race, receives equitable and quality healthcare during the vulnerable period of childbirth. It's a call to action for a collective commitment to safeguard the lives and well-being of Black mothers, fostering a healthcare system that leaves no room for such heartbreaking disparities. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #BlackWomen #BlackHistory #MaternalHealth #BlackWomenHealth #HealthEquity #BlackMaternalHealth #CelebrateBlackWomen #WomensHealth #BlackVoices #BlackHistoryMatters #MaternalMortality #EmpowerBlackWomen #HealthForAll #BlackHistoryInTheMaking #MaternalJustice

✨ Family, Friends, Neighbor (FFN) Caregiver Appreciation Week! ✨ Today's theme: Supporting FFN Caregivers With Policy Efforts FFN caregivers are the backbone of child care for millions of working families. Yet, they often go without the resources, recognition, and support they need. It’s time for our leaders to step up and include FFN caregivers in local, state, and federal policies. BlackECE believes that policy changes are essential to ensure that Black caregivers and child care providers receive the compensation, protections, and support they deserve. Through our Lift Every Voice coalition, we’ve taken Black child care providers from all across California to the state Capitol to advocate directly with legislators for policies that will uplift Black families and caregivers. We’re amplifying our voices so that the next generation of Black children grows up in environments that are not only safe but culturally affirming. 🏛️💼 We need more leaders to recognize that Black child care providers, especially FFN caregivers, are critical to the well-being of our families. The time for change is now! 📢 What experiences have you had as a Black child care provider or Black parent that have prompted your thoughts on the change that needs to take place? Share your story using #FFNAppreciationWeek. #BlackECE #FFNCaregivers #LiftEveryVoice

February is Black History Month and Black disabled history is an aspect of Black history. Check out this great article from our friends at The Arc: https://lnkd.in/gu7YPEd7

#BlackHistoryMonth #ReclaimingNarratives #Day12 Reclaiming the Sisterhood Throughout Black history, sisterhood has been a powerful force, enabling Black women to support one another and navigate society’s challenges. It’s more than friendship; it’s about building bonds that foster resilience, empowerment, and collective progress. Historically excluded from spaces of influence, Black women created their own communities—safe havens for sharing stories, offering support, and fighting for justice. From abolitionist movements to civil rights and today’s advocacy, sisterhood has been key to collective action. Reclaiming sisterhood honours this legacy. It’s about nurturing friendships that create care and solidarity, celebrating each other’s victories, and offering support during challenges. Sisterhood reminds us we are stronger together, and it empowers us to reclaim our narratives, define ourselves, and resist forces that divide us. In Black history, sisterhood has been an act of defiance and resilience. By continuing to nurture these bonds, we reclaim our stories and reinforce that the strength of our community lies in our connections. Sisterhood is our shield, our voice, and our power. #SisterhoodStrength #CommunityCare #EmpoweredTogether

As Black women, we understand the unique challenges and experiences you may face before and after childbirth. Our group provides a safe, nurturing, and culturally sensitive space where you can share your joys, concerns, and struggles with fellow Black mothers who truly understand. In this supportive environment, you'll have the opportunity to: ✨ Explore the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy and motherhood within a Black cultural context. ✨ Receive guidance and coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and other mental health concerns during the perinatal period. ✨ Build connections and friendships with other Black mothers with similar experiences and perspectives. ✨ Access resources and information tailored to the specific needs of Black mothers and families. ✨ Celebrate your journey of motherhood, resilience, and strength in a supportive community. Whether you're navigating the ups and downs of pregnancy, adjusting to life with a newborn, or grappling with postpartum challenges, you don't have to do it alone. Join us as we uplift, support, and empower each other through the beautiful journey of motherhood.

Still Unpacking from Washington, D.C.. It's a Love Story; Women's History; Black History; Asian History; US & World History; Racial Justice; Civil Rights, and the Arts Story all interwoven into one story. https://lnkd.in/gTtCe8be

Sharing a book recommendatio: The Ballad of Roy Benavidez: The Life and Times of America’s Most Famous Hispanic War Hero. About: "A Proud American In his new book The Ballad of Roy Benavidez, historian William Sturkey explores the life of this Hispanic war hero, his fight to maintain veteran disability benefits, and the ways in which Hispanic Americans have long shaped U.S. history with scant acknowledgement." https://lnkd.in/e93F8esH