If you are a perinatal professional who wants to learn more about how to be an anti-racist and an ally to Black people, and you want to understand the impact that racism and systemic oppression have on Black families during the childbearing year, I have collated a few no-cost trainings and activities that you can participate in during Black History Month 2021.  Please take a look and join me in learning how important this work is to Black parents and babies and to all of us.

Institute for Perinatal Quality Improvement

The Institute for Perinatal Quality Improvement's (PQI) Anti-Racism 28-Day (4week) SPEAK UP Challenge was designed to help us all more effectively SPEAK UP Against Racism. They have created a list of daily activities that are designed to enhance your insights and provide you tools to support your anti-racism efforts.  It is not too late to join and learn!  More info here.

VBAC Facts®

Jen Kamel at VBAC Facts® is making their training "Understanding Systemic Racism in Maternity Care: The Voices of Black Researchers" available to the public for free through the end of this month. This training lifts the voices of Black researchers as they center the needs and experiences of Black birthing people. We all have the opportunity to either stand in solidarity with folks of color or continue to be part of the system that has perpetuated centuries of trauma. Learning the facts with an open heart and a beginner's mind is a first step. Access this important training here.

Black Infants & Families - Los Angeles

This California based organization is offering a month of programming on the topic of Black parents and babies.  It is open to anyone anywhere. There is a documentary screening next week along with a discussion, and the last week of February, there are interviews with Black doulas.  You can find the events list here.

I know there are many more resources, events and trainings available to you locally as well as accessible from any location.  Please share your knowledge of local and national trainings in the comments section below so that people can participate and do the work to be an anti-racist and support better maternal and neonatal outcomes for Black families.  Lives depend on it.

Published: February 11, 2021

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