Скачать или смотреть 2025 State of Black Maternal Health in California Legislative Briefing

August 27, 2025 – This was a critical legislative briefing on the State of Black Maternal Health in California. Despite the state’s progressive healthcare landscape, Black women remain three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than their white counterparts. This disparity is not due to biology, but systemic racism, inequitable access to care, and the chronic stress of navigating bias often faced when interacting with the healthcare system.

Hosted by the California Black Health Network, in partnership with Dr. Akilah Weber Pierson’s office, this event featured medical professionals, legislative advocates and champions, and community leaders who will present the latest data, lived experiences, and policy solutions aimed at eliminating maternal health disparities. The event spotlighted current legislative efforts, identify gaps in maternal health equity, and offer a roadmap for policymakers, advocates, and providers to create meaningful change.

This was an opportunity to hear directly from birth workers, researchers, and community experts who are leading the charge for justice in maternal health. Let’s ensure that every Black mother in California has access to safe, respectful, and equitable care—before, during, and after childbirth.