CINCH Initiatives

Join CINCH'S Black Maternal Health Equity Action Alliance (BMHEAA) as we work on the following objectives:  1. Empower Black families and their support systems to self-advocate for equitable, respectful care until systems for equitable care is realized 2. Address and dismantle racism and implicit bias within healthcare settings 3. Advocate for systems of provider accountability […]

CINCH's Black Maternal Equity Action Alliance is holding a Conference in April during Black Maternal Health Week to support bringing families and providers together to increase birth safety and provide training for self advocacy. If you would like to join this group please contact cinch@odu.edu for a meeting invite.

Join CINCH's Black Maternal Health Equity Action Alliance (BMHEAA) in advancing our Community Action Plan to ensure equitable maternal care for Black birthing families throughout Hampton Roads. Email us at cinch@odu.edu to receive the Zoom link and meeting invitation.

Join the Black Maternal Health Equity Action Alliance for a powerful screening of "Birthing Justice"—a film that centers Black voices and experiences in the fight for maternal health equity. Let’s come together for education, empowerment, and action! Stay for an open discussion on how we can support Black mothers and families. Location TBD

This conference brings together healthcare professionals, community leaders, advocates, and families to discuss critical issues impacting Black maternal health, amplify voices for change, and explore actionable solutions. Registration: 7:30am - 8:30am Program: 8:30 - 3:30pm After Party: 3:30 - 5:00pm

Black Maternal Roadmap to Equitable CareLed by Beth Parker This group is dedicated to educating Black families about birth justice and promoting equity in maternal health. We are developing a resource guide—The Black Maternal Roadmap to Equitable Care—to help Black families find maternal care providers that best meet their needs. The guide will include tools […]

Black Maternal Roadmap to Equitable CareLed by Beth Parker This group is dedicated to educating Black families about birth justice and promoting equity in maternal health. We are developing a resource guide—The Black Maternal Roadmap to Equitable Care—to help Black families find maternal care providers that best meet their needs. The guide will include tools […]