Pregnancy and childbirth should be safe, respectful, and equitable for everyone, everywhere.
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The Issue
800+
WOMEN DIE
EVERY DAY
WOMEN DIE
EVERY DAY
from complications related
to pregnancy and
childbirth.
to pregnancy and
childbirth.
That’s
1 WOMAN
EVERY
2 MINUTES.
EVERY
2 MINUTES.
And yet,
almost all maternal deaths are preventable.
Our Approach
All people should have access to quality, respectful, and equitable maternity care. We are raising awareness about the maternal health crisis, investing in community-based solutions, and mobilizing for policy change.
Our Impact at a Glance
More than
1.5 million
women, families, and health care providers supported.
Nearly
$15 million
dollars invested in community-based programs around the world.
Over
600,000
individuals engaged in advancing maternal health and birth equity.
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