BLACK MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH WEEK

WHAT ARE SOME THINGS WE CAN DO TO HELP & REMOVE SOME OF THE BARRIERS?

Acknowledge the role of racism and cultural oppression.

Build long-term, respectful relationships with community organizations and leaders.

Embed diversity in the maternal and mental health care teams.

Retrain and educate current health care professionals to recognize inherent biases in the delivery of care and on culturally responsive mental health care.

Provide social support for pregnant and postpartum people.

Create mental health screenings that are designed for people of color.

Support political and economic policies that empower communities.

Create services informed by cultural humility and holistic care.

According to the American Psychological Association, only 5.3% of the psychology professionals are black. Of the estimated 41,000 psychiatrists in the U.S., only 2% are black according to the American Psychiatric Association - despite making up 13% of the U.S. population.

Created and Hosted by @shadesofblueproject, this year’s #BMMHW2022 is dedicated to promoting health equity for more black birthing individula across their birth experience so we are Collectively working for greater community impact and chnage. Together, we can make shift happen. #collectiveeffort #dontforgetaboutme