Word in Black’s feature on maternity care deserts highlights how systemic racism, rural hospital closures, and policy gaps put Black mothers at severe risk during pregnancy and childbirth. The story underscores the resilience of doulas and local advocates stepping in to provide care where health systems fall short, while also calling out the urgent need for structural investment and reform. This aligns with Aspen CSG’s mission to lift up rural voices and advance equitable policies that ensure every community has the resources to thrive, from maternal health to long-term economic well-being.
How Maternity Care Deserts Put Black Moms at Risk
