First Food Equity: A Discussion of Birth and Community Wellness

On January 10, 2023 at noon, Amber Rodriguez and Tina Braimah took part in Breastfeed Durham’s First Food Equity Webinar Series: A Discussion of Birth and Community Wellness.

In this video, Breastfeed Durham hosts a discussion on birth and community wellness featuring Aya Birth & Community Wellness, a new Black-led birth and wellness center launching in the Southeast in fall 2023. Aya’s founder and executive director, Tina Braimah, and community and partnerships manager, Amber Rodriguez, share their vision for creating a culture of community-centered maternal and reproductive health care for people of color, powered by the reclamation of community wisdom and traditions. They discuss the services Aya will offer, including a birth center, open access maternity care, gender-affirming clinic, and well-person care, and the importance of promoting reproductive justice and health equity. The conversation also touches on the need to address systemic issues such as access to affordable healthcare and paid time off for new parents. Viewers can learn about Aya’s upcoming events and opportunities to get involved as volunteers or through their talent network. Overall, this video provides valuable insights into the crucial work being done to support families and promote health equity in the Southeast.

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Be sure to register for the next discussion: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYof-ChqDMpHdCSmjau2XEZbEE9WpX_xlkr