Improving care for all moms and birthing people.
The Maternal Health Summit gathers healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community leaders to address the systemic challenges affecting maternal health across Pennsylvania and the nation. Through collaborative workshops, expert panels, and open dialogue, we will examine the social, economic, and healthcare barriers impacting birthing people from all backgrounds and work toward creating a more equitable and inclusive support system that works for everyone.
Terri J. Vaughn
Keynote Speaker
Known for her roles in The Steve Harvey Show, Meet the Browns, and Netflix’s She the People, award-winning actor, producer, and director Terri J. Vaughn brings powerful personal stories to the stage, having experienced firsthand the health challenges uniquely faced by women of color and older women.
Maternal Health in
Pennsylvania
Source: HAP, Action Plan for Maternal Health, Jan. 2025
The evidence is clear: Birthing people across our state are facing serious — and preventable — risks. With funding cuts to research and programs that once helped close gaps in maternal health care, it’s more crucial than ever that we come together. By sharing insights, resources, and education, we can continue to address the conditions and systemic barriers that are denying moms and birthing people their right to live full, healthy lives. Here are some ways to get involved.