Welcome to Season 3 of the Maternal Health Innovation Podcast!  In this first episode of Season 3, Rakiah Anderson, Evaluation Manager at MHLIC,  dives into the world of the Center's Lived Experience Advisory Group (LEAG). In this episode, you are introduced to remarkable voices from LEAG members Eboni Williams, Amber Pendergraph-Leak, Courtnie Carter, and Maya Jackson. 

Listen as MHLIC’s LEAG members share their personal stories and collective activism, shedding light on the profound impact of their work and how it has deepened their commitment to improving maternal health in the United States. Discover the challenges faced during childbirth amidst the pandemic, the intricate tapestry of maternal mental health, and the revolutionary concept of community-based doula support. Learn how these unique perspectives have shaped their approach to providing feedback and support to MHLIC's initiatives.

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Music provided by Graham Makes.

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This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number U7CMC33636 State Maternal Health Innovation Support and Implementation Program Cooperative Agreement. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.