Maternal Health and Rights in the United States: Inequity in the Land of Plenty
Posted onThe fundamental right for respectful, high quality health care should extend beyond the perinatal period to accommodate women throughout their lifespan. The intersectionality of race, gender, class and access to health care must be considered to ensure that every woman in the United States has the healthy pregnancy and birth to which she is entitled. As we celebrate and push for an International Day for Maternal Health and Rights, let’s remember that the fight for the right to health and equality begins outside the labor and delivery room. In the land of plenty, we can do better…read more
Respect During Childbirth Is a Right, Not a Luxury
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Respectful maternity care is sometimes framed as a ‘soft issue’ without the same urgency as emergency obstetric services, but the consequences of mistreatment can be serious and far-reaching. As we celebrate International Day for Maternal Health and Rights, let’s bring mistreatment of women and RMC to the forefront as an urgent priority in global health care strategies…read more
Join the Call for an International Day for Maternal Health and Rights
Posted onApril 11th will mark the third annual call to action for the International Day for Maternal Health and Rights. We are calling on the UN Secretary General to officially recognize this date in support of global maternal health. Please consider getting involved as we rally support for maternal health and rights! …read more