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MOTHER Lab research
Student-led research and publications advancing maternal health equity and translational science.
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Join the work
Give, partner, attend, or join the Lab — four ways to advance maternal health equity with us.
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Support the work.
Advance the mission.
Your gift directly funds research, education, and community programs advancing maternal health equity — from menstruation to menopause.
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Your impact
What the Center has done so far
- 169M+
- Women impacted by policy influence nationwide
- 34,000+
- Families reached through direct community programs
- 22+
- Peer-reviewed publications & growing
- 10
- Major policy wins & systems change initiatives
Figures as published by the Center.
Where it goes
Your gift supports
Every dollar advances the Center’s work across research, community, and education.
Community outreach
Programs and partnerships reaching families and communities where maternal health disparities are greatest.
The annual conference
The Black Maternal Health Conference — a national convening of researchers, advocates, and clinicians.
Education & training
Doula toolkits, workforce development, and continuing education for care providers.
Policy advocacy
Evidence-based policy work shaping legislation and systemic change at state and federal level.
Student support
Scholarships and stipends for the next generation of maternal health researchers and advocates.
More ways to help
Other ways to get involved
Donating isn’t the only way to make an impact.
Attend the conference
The 10th Annual Black Maternal Health Conference is set for April 2027. More than 3,200 people came to the last one.
Save the date →Partner with us
For organizations working on maternal health equity — tell us what you have in mind and we’ll find the right person.
Email the team →Join the MOTHER Lab
Students, researchers, and volunteers are welcome across the Lab’s four committees.
Sign up for the MOTHER Lab →Reach out
Have a question?
Research partnerships, media enquiries, giving, or just wanting to know more — tell us what you’re after and we’ll point you at the right person.