National Black Midwives Alliance

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1. To increase the number of Black midwives and access to Black midwives in order to have more providers who can impact perinatal health disparities.

2. To raise public awareness that Black midwives exist and provide services in their respective communities.

3. To support legislative efforts led by Black midwives and supporters in various states.

4. To advocate for and support the development of educational pathways for Black student midwives.

5. To establish and raise funds for a scholarship specifically designated for Black student midwives.

6. To provide member benefits, for example: negotiating group discounts, access to legal advice and representation.

The National Black Midwives Alliance is a project of the Southern Birth Justice Network, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.