The Urgency of My Mission
I am dedicated to addressing the stark reality of Black maternal mortality in the United States. By providing educational resources and a moderated community space, I empower Black women to advocate for equitable healthcare and transform the narrative of maternal health.
4x
Higher maternal mortality rate
3x more likely
To die from a pregnancy-related death
1 death every 1800 births
An extremely high rate for a developed country
About Me
My name is Savannah Williams, and I am a 22-year-old student from New Jersey attending the University of Connecticut. I am a Resident Assistant (for the Black Sisters Optimizing Unity & Leadership Learning Community), work at the African American Cultural Center, and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. As a BOLD Scholar, I received funding to develop my project focused on the alarming disparities regarding Black maternal health.
My Why
My fear of childbirth began after watching women in my family struggle to be heard during pregnancy and face serious complications. Seeing their concerns dismissed made childbirth feel dangerous and uncertain to me, and it’s what motivates my work to create a space where Black women can find support, information, and advocacy.
Support Services
I provide a curated directory of resources and services to help ensure Black mothers receive the equitable care and community support they deserve. By offering direct links to trusted support, the time spent searching for care is reduced. My platform also features research-based guidebooks, informed by licensed professionals, and a safe space for open conversation and community connection.