Black Birth Forum

Connecting community and the maternal health workforce to reflect on progress, explore emerging priorities, and shape what's next. Join us for the Black Birth Forum, a gathering of healthcare professionals, birth workers, community leaders, and families committed to advancing Black maternal and infant health. Together, we’ll build on conversations from this year's Black Birth Symposium, share perspectives, identify priorities, and explore opportunities for collective action to create healthier birth outcomes in our community. Light breakfast beginning at 8:30am, Presentation at 9am. What to Expect: • See the Work in Action: We'll watch a special screening of video highlights from the 2026 Black Birth Symposium, showcasing the people, partnerships, and conversations driving this work forward. • Explore Workforce Findings: Learn about key findings from Culture x Design's Maternal Health Innovation Workforce Assessment, conducted with support from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, and what they mean for the future of maternal health in Wisconsin. • Look Ahead to 2027: Be part of the conversation as we introduce exciting new programming, opportunities, and an expanded format for the 2027 Black Birth Initiative. • Special Guest Speakers: Stay tuned for announcements of featured speakers who will bring additional perspectives and insights to the conversation. Special thanks to our partners who make this work possible! GE HealthCare City of Milwaukee Health Department Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Children's Wisconsin The Charles E. Kubly Foundation Unite WI Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services Milwaukee County Organizations Promoting Prevention Wellpoint Care Network Y-EAT Right