Shared Value and Community-Led Innovation
Virtual | 09.15.2023 | 12:55 - 1:15 EST
2. Building Shared Value in Communities
Discover the transformative power of shared value and community-led innovation at the Tech-Enabled Community Resilience Summit. Join my session to explore how I harnessed these principles to connect maternal and infant health dyads nationwide, creating a stronger, more interconnected healthcare ecosystem for mothers and babies alike. Gain insights into my journey of fostering collaboration and leveraging technology for a healthier future.
Speakers
Janauvia McCall-Anthony, Founder, The Milk Mouth Project
Janauvia McCall-Anthony is a light within the realm of maternal and infant health advocacy. As a devoted Mom, Public Speaker, Lactivist, and Maternal and Infant Health Advocate, she is making waves in the field of reproductive justice, childbirth, and postpartum care.
As the visionary Founder of The Milk Mouth Project, a grass-roots community organization, she is resolute in providing a safe and inclusive space for BIPOC families and Birth-workers, driving positive change in their lives.
Through her unwavering dedication to the community, Janauvia has achieved remarkable milestones, propelling her career through influential partnerships, volunteer work, and prestigious scholarships. Her mission to support families and their little ones in every way possible is a driving force behind her work. She is committed to raising awareness about maternal and infant health, addressing critical issues, and paving the way for a healthier, more equitable future.
Janauvia is truly honored to be at the forefront of such important work and remains committed to making a positive difference in the lives of families and birth workers everywhere. Her dreams and aspirations are driven by her desire to intersect social impact, innovation, and public policy, understanding that the disparities faced by the black community stem from systemic inequalities and a need for dynamic ethical innovation in policy-making.
As a young mom, Janauvia's personal experience with a traumatic birth journey with Zachariah became her driving force. The successful breastfeeding journey she shared with her lactation village empowered her to breastfeed for three years, leading her to realize that her true purpose lies in helping other Black families overcome challenges and celebrate their successes.