Pregnancy and childbirth should be safe, respectful, and equitable for everyone, everywhere.
Learn MoreThe 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
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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 healthcare workers supported.
Over
$42 million
invested to support awareness raising, community-led solutions, and advocacy for systems change.
Over
600,000
individuals engaged in advancing maternal health and birth equity.
Take Action for Maternal Health
Be Part of the Solution
Make a commitment to provide quality, respectful, and equitable maternity care for all.