Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha

Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha is a trailblazer in Black maternal health, founding the Center for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice. In the discussion, she tackles the alarming disparities in maternal health, particularly how systemic racism impacts Black women during pregnancy and childbirth. The conversation includes innovative community-based solutions and the significance of collaborative efforts between public health and practitioners. Amutah-Onukagha also emphasizes the importance of advocacy and support in enhancing maternal care and creating equitable health outcomes.