July 2024

Our third annual Hackers for Birth Justice hackathon brought together diverse teams to tackle birth inequities. Participants developed innovative solutions, from a culturally responsive doula app to a mental health resource platform for Black birthing people.

PTBi is seeking a content creator to manage our social media and digital content. This role requires video skills, social media expertise, and a passion for addressing birth inequities. Help us advance research, community partnerships, and birth justice for Black families.

PTBi's Legacy of Black Women Leaders: Get To Know Our New ED and Read Her Predecessors' Stories on Voices for Birth Justice

Areca Smit

 Mom, Daughter, and Executive Director at PTBi

Areca shares her journey from preterm birth experience to joining PTBi, highlighting her commitment to addressing racial disparities in birth outcomes and improving Black maternal health.

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Solaire Spellen

 Head of Quality Improvement and Systems Change at Irth App

Solaire shares her journey from nutrition to addressing racism in health disparities, emphasizing community-partnered research and empowering Black women in public health leadership.

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Alexis Cobbins

 Mom and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Manager at San Francisco’s Human Services Agency

From community health worker, Alexis highlights racism's impact on birth outcomes and advocates for community-centered maternal health research.

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