03:30 pm
Fri Mar 8

Maternal Mortality in America: What’s Going On? (OFFICIAL)

JW Marriott Austin
110 E 2nd Street, Austin, TX, 78701
0.61km W

This is an official event. More info on badges, wristbands & priority access.

JW Marriott

Salon FG

18+

110 E 2nd St.

Speakers

Dr Joia Crear-Perry

National Birth Equity Collaborative

Elizabeth Krause

St David's Foundation

Renee Montagne

NPR

Paula X Rojas

Mama Sana Vibrant Woman Embody Transformation & National Perinatal Taskforce

Is pregnancy a sacred and revered experience in the eyes of society only for privileged, white women? The U.S. has the highest rate of deaths related to pregnancy and childbirth in the developed world. Half of these deaths are preventable, victimizing women from a variety of races, backgrounds and income levels. The spotlight on this issue has led groups to start working on solutions at community, healthcare and policy levels. This panel brings together leaders in this space to discuss what’s being done to change the conversation from maternal mortality and disparity to birth equity for all.

Primary Entry: Platinum Badge, Interactive Badge

Secondary Entry: Music Badge, Film Badge

Format: Panel

Event Type: Session

Track: Health & MedTech presented by Kaiser Permanente

Level: Beginner