Ebony Women Health Corps (EWHC) is a public health organization dedicated to Black Maternal Mental Health, Maternal and Infant Mortality, and Health Equity. Through education, advocacy, and cultural competency training, we provide resources, workshops, and support for Black women, birthing people, and healthcare professionals.
Revolutionizing Black Maternal Mental Health: Advocacy, Healing, and Impact.
We’re confronting the crisis. We’re amplifying voices. We’re building a future where Black mothers, persons, families, and communities don’t just survive—but thrive.
Your Story Will Create Change
"Every story we tell becomes a step toward justice, a voice for the unheard, and a roadmap to healing generations." — Neshé Conley
Our Mission
At Ebony Women Health Corps, our mission is to eliminate racial disparities in Black maternal health and mental health by providing education, advocacy, and direct support to Black women, birthing people, and families. Through evidence-based programs, cultural competency training, community-driven initiatives, and public health advocacy, we are committed to creating a healthcare system that listens, values, and protects Black mothers and their children. We believe in empowering Black families, amplifying unheard voices, and driving systemic change to ensure that Black women and their babies not only survive—but thrive.
Our Approach
We take a data-driven, community-centered approach to tackling Black maternal health disparities. By amplifying the lived experiences of Black mothers and birthing individuals, we turn their stories into actionable change.
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Through focus groups, workshops, panel discussions, and support groups, we gather firsthand accounts from Black women and families impacted by traumatic birthing experiences. These stories serve as a foundation for identifying unmet needs and systemic gaps.
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Using qualitative data from these discussions, we develop cultural competency training programs for healthcare providers, ensuring Black maternal health is understood and prioritized in clinics and hospitals.
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Our findings shape future workshops, community programs, and surveys, providing real-time data that directly influences maternal care improvements and policy advocacy.
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We implement a digital platform where Black mothers and birthing individuals can share experiences, access resources, and contribute to real-time insights, ensuring ongoing community engagement and systemic accountability.
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Every initiative is designed to reduce disparities, enhance maternal healthcare experiences, and empower Black women and families with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive.
Proceeds to go our Mentorship Program!
Join us in raising $20,000 to support the Pathway to Maternal Health Careers Program, a transformative initiative by Conley Cares Foundation. This program is designed for high school juniors, seniors, and college students who aspire to pursue careers in OBGYN, Midwifery, Public Health, and Mental Health.
Proceeds from this fundraiser will help provide students with:
Mentorship from professionals in maternal health fields
Internships and shadowing opportunities in clinical and community settings
Skill-building workshops focused on advocacy, leadership, and health equity
College and career support, including scholarship guidance
Access to our Annual Maternal Health Summit, featuring expert panels and networking
Your purchase helps empower the next generation of healthcare leaders committed to improving maternal health outcomes and addressing disparities in our communities. Together, we can build a healthier, more equitable future—one T-shirt at a time.
Learn More About The Pathway to Maternal Health Careers Program!
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Neshé Knows Public Health Podcast
In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Neshé Knows Public Health, I sit down with Dr. Rachel R. Hardeman, a leading expert in health equity, to expose the deep-rooted systemic racism that continues to plague Black maternal health.
We tackle the hard truths:
The structural barriers in healthcare that put Black mothers at risk
How institutions must do better in listening and acting on Black mothers' experiences
What true antiracist maternal care looks like—and how we demand it
The dangerous racial biases embedded in healthcare screening and diagnostic tools
How we can rebuild trust between Black communities and the healthcare system
This isn’t just another conversation—it’s a call to action. If we’re serious about saving Black lives, it’s time to stop the excuses and start the change.
Tune in NOW. Share this. Be part of the movement.
Upcoming events
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EchoHer: The Future of Black Maternal Data Informational Session
June 28th 10:00AM
Join us for EchoHer: The Future of Black Maternal Data, a powerful and transparent informational session that introduces the EchoHer data system — a revolutionary platform designed to center Black women, birthing people, and community voice in maternal health data. This session is your chance to get behind-the-scenes insights, ask questions, and shape the system’s impact. Whether you're a community leader, nonprofit, health organization, or just curious — your input matters. Come be a part of this growing movement and learn how you or your organization can use EchoHer to drive change.
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EchoHer Launch Party: Where Data, Power & Black Excellence Meet
July 19th 7:00PM
You're invited to the EchoHer Launch Party: Where Data, Power & Black Excellence Meet — a luxurious launch event for the EchoHer Data App, created by and for Black women and birthing people. This exclusive evening blends elegance and empowerment, featuring testimonials from community members, expert roundtable talks, live music, and an immersive presentation of the EchoHer app. Guests will enjoy a catered dinner, curated giveaways, and moving stories that reveal the power behind EchoHer. Join a growing network of changemakers, investors, and community partners who believe in data that heals and stories that lead.
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Sacred Voices: A Gathering for Black Mothers
August 30th 11:00AM
Sacred Voices: A Gathering for Black Mothers is a heartfelt, healing-centered event created for Black moms, birthing people, and those supporting them. This is a relaxed and intimate space where stories are held with care, where pain and resilience are honored, and where community replaces isolation. Come share, listen, and connect in a sacred circle designed to affirm your voice and lived experience. Together, we’ll begin to heal and grow — and invite each other into the UnAnswered movement to change how Black maternal health stories are heard and used.
Our Community Partners
