ABOUT
Black Maternal Health Week is a national initiative intended to build awareness, activism, and community building to help deepen the conversation about Black maternal health in the US. Black women (regardless of social & economic status) are 2-3 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white, Hispanic, and Asian/Pacific Islander women.
Why…
Structural racism is the root cause of the US black maternal mortality crisis. However, social determinants like poverty, education, and access to resources are also contributing factors.
WHAT IS BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK?
In the state of a Nevada, a coalition of black birth workers, professionals, and community organizations are joining forces to organize a week full of festivities for Black Maternal Health Week from April 18th – April 26th, 2026.
2026 Theme:
From Awareness to Action: Securing Black Maternal Health for Generations
Overall, our initiative and purpose for hosting this event is to not only highlight the disparities and challenges faced by Black mothers during pregnancy and childbirth but also to actively support and amplify the programs and initiatives driving meaningful solutions.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND JOIN US!
Saturday, April 18th – Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Maternal Wellness Walk & Kinship Cookout
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Birth Justice Documentary Screening
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Spring Sunset Supper at Obodo Collective
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Black Dads Social Club Event (POSTPONED)
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
The Village Gathering Wellness Conference
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Black Mama Magic Brunch
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsorship funds are used to invest in community-led care and lasting impact. This includes building & sustaining the community care workforce, direct support for mothers & families, and strengthening community resources & advocacy efforts.
PRESENTING SPONSOR
$10,000
As a premier sponsor, you are strengthening the movement for Black maternal health by ensuring advocacy, awareness, and community-driven solutions thrive.
EQUITY
CHAMPION
$5,000
Your sponsorship helps drive meaningful change by supporting vital programs, resources, and initiatives that uplift Black mothers and families.
MATERNAL
ALLY
$3,000
As a Maternal Ally, your contribution directly supports maternal health programming and culturally responsive care. This level helps bridge gaps in access while elevating solutions that strengthen Black mothers and families.
COMMUNITY ADVOCATE
$1,500
As a Community Advocate, your support fuels grassroots outreach and community engagement efforts that increase awareness, connection, and access to maternal health resources.
WELLNESS SUPPORTER
$500
Contributing to grassroots efforts that provide critical resources for Black maternal wellness.
COMMUNITY
PARTNER
Any Level
Every contribution makes a difference in ensuring healthier outcomes for Black mothers and babies.
VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES
We are currently seeking vendors for our Maternal Wellness Walk & Kinship Cookout (Saturday, April 18th) and the Village Gathering Wellness Summit (Saturday, April 25th) in the following categories: Wellness & Self Care, Maternity & Baby Essentials, Health & Wellness Services, Local Businesses & Artisans, and Community Resources & Nonprofits.
GET INVOLVED
Are you interested in getting involved or sponsoring future programming? Contact us!
Are you interested in getting involved or sponsoring
future programming? Contact us!