Who We Are
We are a passionate community of advocates, educators, and partners committed to providing culturally affirming, holistic support for Black birthing people.
Our mission is to ensure Black mamas—and those who care for them—have the knowledge, resources, and community to experience empowered, joyful births.
Board of Directors
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Valencia P. Walker, MD, MPH
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Chair, Board of Directors
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Marie Boone-Clark
Founder & Executive Director
Vice Chair. Board of Directors
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Monica M. Baynard, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Treasurer, Board of Directors
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Keith Meredith, MD, MS
Board of Directors
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Alice Obuobi, MD, MBA
Board of Directors
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Lorraine Shoto
Board of Directors
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David W. Johnson, Jr.
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Grady Grant, III
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Shawn Smith, MD, FAAP
Board of Directors
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Joy L. Henderson, RN, PNP, PhD
Co-Founder
Board Member Emeritus
(In Memoriam)
