Maternal Justice

Breaking Through: How Trump & RFK Jr. Are Making the Child Care & Health Care Crisis Worse, Why Humor Breaks Partisan Divides

On the radio show this week we dive into Trump's inconsistent policies on child care, which exacerbate the child care crisis by creating uncertainty and underfunding programs. We discuss the role of humor and storytelling in breaking partisan divides and fostering empathy. We hear about the harmful...

Breaking Through: Fighting Back Against Health Care Cuts, Education Under Threat, Pushing Back Against False Crime Narratives, National Breastfeeding Month

On the radio show this week, we cover the cuts to our health care pushed through by Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress, with many of the most harmful cuts delayed until after the midterms. We dive into Trump’s cuts to public education -- and tips on fighting school funding cuts and...

Breaking Through: Pride Month Every Month, The Value of Unpaid Care, Families First Activations, and Narrative Power

On the radio show this week, we dive into the power of Pride and its roots in protest, plus get tips on how to continue to learn and grow as an LGBTQIA+ ally. We also hear about the massive economic value of unpaid care work, totaling $1.1 trillion annually. We cover how you can be a part of the...

The Silent Link: The Food System’s Role in Black Maternal Mortality

This blog exposes how systemic racism and recent attacks on the nation’s food system worsen food insecurity and fuel the Black maternal mortality crisis. It urges holistic, racial equity–centered reforms to guarantee every Black birthing person consistent access to nutritious food and high-quality maternal healthcare.