Frequently Asked Questions

  • Empowering all voices through stories and training, we cultivate inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued and equipped to thrive.

  • There are many ways to get involved with the Edith Institute. Email us to share your interest and learn more. Whether you want to join our community, volunteer your time, or donate, your involvement is essential to our mission of improving Black maternal health. We welcome all individuals.

  • Edith Institute is leading a groundbreaking initiative to address communication breakdowns between healthcare providers and Black mothers. Through in-depth interviews, we're gathering insights into these interactions to develop targeted strategies for improving communication and enhancing maternal health outcomes for women facing gestational hypertension and obstetric hemorrhage. Our goal is to conduct at least 20 interviews and integrate the findings into training materials for healthcare providers. Your support is crucial to help us achieve this important work.

  • Join Edith Institute in our mission to improve Black maternal health. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, researcher, community advocate, or passionate writer, there are many ways to partner with us. Share your expertise, collaborate on projects, donate to support our work, or become a guest blogger on our platform. By joining our community, you can help us expand our reach and make a lasting impact.

    Email us at info@edithinstitute.org

  • When you partner with Edith Institute, you join a collaborative network of dedicated individuals working to improve Black maternal health. Our partners include medical professionals, community advocates, doulas, breastfeeding and maternal care experts, and Black mothers. By partnering with us, you can contribute to our mission of empowering Black mothers and creating a more equitable healthcare system.

  • Your story matters. If you're a Black mother who has experienced pregnancy or childbirth, we invite you to share your experiences with us. Your insights can help us improve maternal health outcomes for women in your community. Contact us to discuss how we can best collaborate.

  • Sharing your pregnancy and birthing story can significantly contribute to Edith Institute’s mission. Your personal experiences can provide valuable data for our research, raise awareness about the challenges faced by Black mothers, empower others, and advocate for change. By sharing your story, you can help create a more equitable and supportive healthcare system for Black women. We encourage you to join us in this important work.

  • Your donation directly supports our mission to improve Black maternal health outcomes. By giving, you help fund research, training programs, advocacy efforts, and resources for Black mothers and their families. Your generosity empowers us to create a more equitable and supportive healthcare system.

    The Edith Institute is a [501(c)(3) nonprofit organization], which means that your donation is tax-deductible.

    Your support is crucial to our mission. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. Thank you for considering supporting Edith Institute.

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