HMHBGA's Executive Director, Kim Seals, Director of Operations, Mashanda Burton, and Administrative Coordinator, February Hill, attended the Ponce Center Community Resource Fair. They distributed and shared information about our work and provided a wealth of resources to community attendees!
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia
Non-profit Organization Management
Atlanta, Georgia 2,149 followers
Moving the needle on maternal and infant health disparities in Georgia.
About us
Since 1974, Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia has been the strongest statewide voice for improved access to healthcare and health outcomes for Georgia’s mothers and babies. HMHBGA is the only organization in Georgia that focuses on the full spectrum of maternal and child health concerns from prematurity to maternal mortality. Access to Vital Resources: HMHB operates the Georgia Family Healthline and Children 1st high-risk screening line for the Department of Public Health, and the Prevent Child Abuse Georgia Helpline, to provide callers with appropriate referrals and resources across the State. Advocacy: In a non-partisan role, HMHB engages with legislators as well as medical, business and other community organizations to encourage fiscally responsible policies that promote access to care and improved health outcomes for women and children. Education: HMHB provides evidence-informed prenatal education across the State through collaboration with other community organizations and clinicians. 94% of participants report a significant increase in knowledge by attending our workshops.
- Website
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http://www.hmhbga.org
External link for Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1974
- Specialties
- Georgia Family Healthline (1-800-300-9003), Advocacy, Collaboration, Evidence-Based Prenatal Education, Culturally Competent Programming for Moms and Families, Stakeholder Convening to Address Maternal and Infant Health Disparities, Capacity Building and Professional Development for Maternal and Child Health Professionals, Children 1st Screening Line (DPH), and Prevent Child Abuse Georgia Helpline (1-800-CHILDREN)
Locations
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Primary
2200 Century Pkwy NE
Suite 460
Atlanta, Georgia 30345, US
Employees at Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia
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Alex Kim
Managing Director, Design at Accenture Song | Experience Innovation | Board Member for HMHBGA | South Region Design Lead
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Tracey Goddard-Johnson
Child Birth Educator (ICCE) at Atlanta Birth Center & Healthy Mother's Healthy Babies Coalition of GA
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Jenna Sessum
Information & Referral Specialist
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Dr. Anne M. DeBeer
Board service, Community volunteer, former consultant at TechBridge and former SVP & CIO/CFO Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
Updates
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We are researching maternal mental health in Georgia. Sign up to participate and receive compensation if eligible for the study. Learn more at www.hmhbga.org/research
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Cierra Crawford, our Bilingual Information and Referral Specialist, represented HMHBGA at the 2024 Black Maternal Health Conference and Training Institute by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. Each panel and breakout session shared insights into strengthening maternal health outcomes and discussing inconsistencies in care.
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Register today for Embrace’s Cultural Humility Training! Embrace invites participants into the lifelong learning process of cultural curiosity, awareness, and humility. This 90-minute interactive workshop covers topics such as understanding the refugee, immigrant and migrant experience, the risk factors and barriers that the RIM community faces within the healthcare system, how to practice cultural humility within the healthcare environment, and how to better understand power dynamics within healthcare and how that affects patients. Discussion and sharing are encouraged. Participants will walk away with communication and engagement tools to carry forth in their work and everyday lives to better support and welcome new Americans. We believe that when we can support the flourishing of our new American neighbors, all of us will flourish as well. Learn more and register at www.hmhbga.org/events
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HMHBGA is seeking a qualified Fund Development Strategy Consultant to work alongside the HMHBGA team to help develop and implement a fundraising strategy to support our mission. To learn more, please visit https://lnkd.in/gj8W8n9E
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Pickles & Ice Cream Georgia (P&I), a Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia (HMHBGA) project, has launched a brand new website! Discover essential information on pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and postpartum. From expert tips to supportive resources, we've got you covered. Check it out at https://lnkd.in/eV8ZhSDY
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Recently, LaNaarai Alli, MSW, Community Partnerships Manager was recognized for 5 years of dedicated service! Thank you, LaNaarai, for your commitment to our mission to improve maternal and infant health in Georgia.
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Expecting a little one? Join HMHBGA's virtual Empowered Birth Intensive on August 31st from 10 AM - 3 PM hosted by BPSP Scholars. This class covers labor stages, patient rights, partner support, baby care, and more! Plus, get a FREE Prenatal Care Package & Birth Planning Session! Register today at www.hmhbga.org/events!
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Register today for our 3-hour Savvy Birth Pro Workshop on September 4th from 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM! This workshop will help you succeed in preparing you to help your clients assert their right to evidence-based care in a respectful way that builds bridges, not walls. We believe the inspirational knowledge you will gain from the Savvy Birth Pro Workshop will have a positive ripple effect that extends to your clients, the professionals you work with and your community! This workshop was developed by Evidence Based Birth® to give professionals the skills you need to make a genuine difference and help your clients attain the best possible chance at evidence based care during pregnancy and labor. Register at www.hmhbga.org/events