OUR STORY
The Coalition to Improve Rhode Island Maternity Care is re-establishing its efforts to promote outstanding work around better maternal health care. We elevate the work of the Rhode Island Maternal Task Force, RI Community Perinatal Quality Collaborative, RI Kids Count, RI Birth, Urban Perinatal Education Center, RI Abortion Doulas, and other key stakeholders.
Our goals for this coalition:
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Create awareness and pathway for provider malpractice insurance coverage for Licensed Certified Midwives and Licensed Certified Lactation Counselor
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Expand legislation related to Licensed Certified Lactation Counselor Insurance Coverage
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Educate the public on Community Midwifery hosting documentary screenings, workshops, and initiatives to support the growing workforce.
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Legislative action for at least 1 advocacy day
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Develop communications and messaging materials to educate legislators and the public on initiatives
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Educate the public through community-building and supporting community-voice op-eds.
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Increase community expansion of community birth partners and other public events.
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Support and promote a social media toolkit
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Build out a forum for perinatal care experiences and opportunities for growth across sectors
Advocacy: Community Midwifery
Through collaborative efforts for local Midwifery policy briefs, events, and education our goal is to address, promote, and inform the community about barriers to sustainable and equitable community Midwifery care. Elevate solutions and eliminate barriers for reproductive choices, options, and accessibility.
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