Resources

National Birth Equity Collaborative (NBEC)

🔗 www.nationalbirthequitycollaborative.org

Founded by Dr. Joia Crear-Perry, NBEC works to shift systems, policies, and narratives to advance birth equity for all.

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

Pregnant or just had a baby? The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline is free, confidential, and here to help, 24/7.

1-833-TLC-MAMA

Reproductive Justice & Maternal Health

🔗 www.sistersong.net

SisterSong: Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective
A national movement leading the charge for reproductive justice — centering the voices and experiences of Black and Brown women, birthing people, and families.

National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP)

🔗 Find your state’s program here:
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm

The NBCCEDP is a nationwide program that provides free or low-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings for women who are uninsured or underinsured.

It’s funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and available in every U.S. state, territory, and several tribal organizations.

Through this program, eligible women can receive:

Pap tests and HPV testing to detect cervical cancer early.
Mammograms and clinical breast exams for early detection of breast cancer.
Follow-up diagnostic testing if results are abnormal.
Help connecting to treatment through Medicaid if cancer is found.

This program saves lives by making sure cost is never a barrier to prevention or early detection.

Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA)

🔗 www.blackmamasmatter.org

Advocating for Black maternal health, rights, and justice through policy, research, and storytelling.

The Shades of Blue Project

🔗 www.shadesofblueproject.org

Founded by Black maternal mental health advocate Kay Matthews, this organization provides support for mothers experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety.

The Foundation for Women’s Cancer

🔗 www.foundationforwomenscancer.org

Offers educational resources, webinars, and survivor support focused on gynecologic cancers.

Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI)

🔗 www.bwhi.org

The first nonprofit created by Black women to advance health and wellness equity for Black women and girls — including cancer prevention programs.

Community Rebirth Foundation — Advocacy & Doula Training

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Training and giving certificates of completion to compassionate advocates to bridge the gap between community, care, and culture.

Sisters Network Inc.

🔗 www.sistersnetworkinc.org

A national African American breast cancer survivorship organization offering education, support, and outreach programs.

Postpartum Support International (PSI)

🔗 www.postpartum.net

Provides helplines, peer support, and therapist directories for mothers facing postpartum depression and anxiety.

National Birth Doula Directory — Black Doulas Matter

🔗 www.blackdoulasmatternetwork.com

A growing directory of Black doulas and birth workers supporting families nationwide.