Black Mamas ATX 2026 Summit: Rooted In Justice & Joy
Black Maternal Health Week | April 11-17
A Hybrid Summit: 1 Day In-Person, 5 Days Virtual, Closing Mixer
Austin, TX | April 11-17, 2026
It is with great joy that we invite you to the Black Mamas ATX annual Black Maternal Health Week Summit for 2026. This year, we’re coming together in Austin, TX to center our stories, celebrate our power, and strengthen the community that sustains us.
We have curated an incredible lineup of both in-person gatherings in Austin and live virtual sessions, ensuring you can join the movement from wherever you are. Whether you are a healthcare professional (doctor, nurse, or specialist), a birth worker, a policy advocate, or a community member who cares deeply about Black maternal health, there is a place for you in this circle.
Summit Highlights
📍 In-Person Summit Launch Event
Saturday, April 11th | KFMA Studios, Austin, TX We are kicking off the week with a high-energy gathering featuring an incredible keynote from Adrienne Sturrup, Director of Austin Public Health. We are bringing policy and community together under one roof to celebrate our resilience and fight for our future.
Registration for this event includes a catered lunch and complimentary on-site childcare.
💻 The Virtual Hub
Monday, April 13 – Friday, April 17 | Online Join our digital hub from anywhere in the world! Our virtual programming serves as a blueprint for culturally responsive care, featuring live panels and workshops with leading experts.
Womb Wellness & Nutritional Healing: Exploring food as medicine.
Community Sustenance: Decolonizing birth and sustainable lactation support.
Radical Reclamation: Mental health and reclaiming joy beyond the titles we carry.
✨ The Friday Evening Mixer
Friday, April 17th | RichesArt Gallery, Austin, TX Because joy is our power! We close out our week the only way we know how: with community, music, and celebration. Join us for a networking finale as we toast to the next chapter of Black Maternal Health.
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Who Should Attend?
This Summit is designed for anyone committed to improving maternal health outcomes in their community. Attendees included:
✅ Healthcare providers (doctors, nurses, midwives, OB/GYNs, community health workers)
✅ Birth workers (doulas, lactation consultants, perinatal support professionals)
✅ Policy advocates & community organizers
✅ Social workers & mental health professionals
✅ Expectant parents & families
Why Attend?
🌿 Deepen Your Knowledge: Gain insight into the Black birthing experience and how systemic inequities impact maternal health.
🌿 Build Your Advocacy Toolkit: Learn how to take action at the patient, provider, and policy levels.
🌿 Expand Your Network: Connect with a multidisciplinary group of professionals, birth workers, and community leaders.
🌿 Be Part of the Change: Help shape a future where Black maternal health is prioritized, protected, and uplifted.
Students: We encourage students both in academic (high school and college) and vocational fields (especially doula, lactation, and midwifery students) interested in attending. Student discount available! Email info@blackmamasatx.com
Community-based Birthworkers (doulas, lactation specialists, community-based birthwork nonprofit staff and community-based midwives) were particularly encouraged to attend. Birthworker discount available! Email info@blackmamasatx.com
Event venue on April 11, 2026
41 Navasota Street, Austin, TX 78702
This event was held at the KMFA Nonprofit Event Space in East Austin.
Free Parking
Parking was available at the venue and overflow parking is available across the street.
Childcare Available for in-person event