Studies show that perinatal care clinicians and providers are generally committed to, and place a high value on, providing high-quality and equitable care.

Unfortunately, a large body of research shows a major gap between health care clinicians' and providers' value on equitable care and Black and Indigenous patients' experiences and outcomes. A massive body of evidence shows that Black and Indigenous women, on average, receive poorer quality of care and have higher rates of suffering, complications, morbidity, and death than their White counterparts.

These courses use the example of real-life, composite stories to illustrate the way racial bias, however unintended, can undermine care. Each part also provides specific, concrete, evidence-based strategies for interrupting racial bias.

Learners will gain insights into the unique challenges faced by Black and Indigenous women and birthing people and their families, fostering empathy and cultural awareness. The courses will focus on developing culturally sensitive, culturally safe, and trauma-informed perinatal care approaches.

By enhancing knowledge and skills in this area, learners will be better equipped to deliver dignified and respectful care to Black and Indigenous women and birthing people, promoting positive health outcomes and nurturing stronger relationships.