March 2024
Dear Friends,
March is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the incredible achievements of women who are shaping our city! Across the landscape of government, academia, healthcare, and beyond, women in NYC are leaving their mark with groundbreaking contributions.
Many of these inspiring women were Health Department leaders and subject matter experts at our recent Convening for Maternal Health in NYC on March 12.?The Maternal Home Collaborative (MHC) was the center of the discussion. This place-based pilot will provide a coordinated and comprehensive implementation of maternal health services,?centering Black women and their infants in all aspects of care.
You can support the MHC as an Amplifier, a Champion, or an Investor (or all three!). Learn more about these three action categories and explore our toolkits to help you spread the word, activate your networks, and direct funding toward the MHC pilot.
Together, we can reduce maternal mortality and morbidity and strengthen the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.
Warm Regards,
Sara Gardner, Chief Executive Officer
2024 Convening for the Maternal Home Collaborative
Protecting the Health of Black Women and Birthing People and Their Babies
More than 100 people attended our recent convening at?Trinity Commons?about maternal health in NYC and the pilot Maternal Home Collaborative (MHC).?Health Department leaders and subject matter experts from the community explored how the MHC will reduce maternal mortality and morbidity through a four-pillar approach: Maternal Medical Home; Neighborhood Stress-Free Zones; Pregnancy Support Professionals; Child First + Intensive Outpatient Program. The pilot has the potential to make meaningful progress toward the City's goal of reducing Black maternal mortality by 10% by 2030. Read the press release on our blog
.As First Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright said at the opening of the convening, “We want to make New York City the safest and best place for a Black woman to have a baby in the country, but we cannot do that without a collective effort – without community and without philanthropy, and this gathering is a step on the journey.”
You can be an Amplifier, a Champion, or an Investor (or all three!) in support of the MHC. Learn more about the "I am" campaign for the MHC and the three action categories.
Action is contagious:?Join our LinkedIn group to share ideas and resources and make new connections!
Coming up for Black Maternal Health Week, April 11 – 17: view video excerpts from the convening and learn about how YOU can get involved to improve maternal health in NYC! Details coming soon on FPHNYC's social media channels.
Team FPHNYC at the 2024 TSC NYC Marathon
Now Accepting Applications!
Calling all runners and supporters of maternal health! FPHNYC is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for our team participating in the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon! By joining, you'll contribute to FPHNYC's efforts to improve maternal health outcomes in our city.
We have limited spots available—only 10! So, don't miss this incredible opportunity to make a difference while achieving your marathon goals. If selected, you'll receive guaranteed entry to the NYC Marathon, comprehensive fundraising tools and support, exclusive perks, swag, and more!?????
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Calendar Notes
Women's History Month?
The month of March celebrates the remarkable women who paved the way and inspire future generations. Read more
National Nutrition Month
A nutritious diet can help you lead a healthier life. Access to healthy food varies across NYC, which contributes to health inequities. FPHNYC and the NYC Health Department are working to address disparities in access and make healthy food available to all. Learn about successful food access programs like Get the Good Stuff.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Colon cancer (also called colorectal cancer) is the second-leading cause of cancer death in New York City, after?lung cancer. It is most often found in people aged 45 and older.?Each year in NYC, more than a thousand deaths on average are attributed to colon cancer and more than 3,400 new cases of colon cancer are diagnosed. Learn more
National Public Health Week?April 1st - April 7th
The future of public health depends on collaboration and our commitment to making it accessible to all. Together, we can make our communities happier, healthier, and stronger! Learn more
FPHNYC is a part of NYC Gives!?As of this month, FPHNYC is now part of?NYC GIVES— the charity giving program available to New York City’s 300,000+ employees. Use our charity code and start donating today!
Opportunities
FPHNYC is hiring!?View open positions?and share with your network.? Stay up to date with our most recent Request for Proposals (RFPs).
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