Birth in Color ๐
@BirthinColor
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Virginia Nonprofit Focused on Reproductive Justice, Maternal Health, & the Celebration of Diversity โจ
Virginia, USA
Joined January 2019
Thatโs my Speaker. We lead by example, and we will work to lower costs of childcare for all Virginians. Supporting and protecting working families just got a whole lot easier after Tuesdayโs elections.
New: @SpeakerDonScott says he is continuing a program that will provide members of the Virginia House of Delegates with $300 per week per child to help pay for childcare while Delegates are in Richmond during the 2026 General Assembly session.
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Virginia, you showed up. ๐ณ๏ธ You elected: โ
Virginia's 1st woman governor - Abigail Spanberger โ
1st Muslim woman in statewide office nationwide - Ghazala Hashmi, Lieutenant Governor โ
Leaders committed to reproductive freedom Congratulations on making your voices heard. ๐๐ฝ
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What an incredible day at Voices and Votes with @BirthInColor! ๐โจInspired by the powerful conversations and the elected leaders fighting for Black maternal health, reproductive freedom, and accessible resources for ALL. Our voices matter, and our votes do too! ๐ณ๏ธ
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Virginia Union University is the first HBCU in Virginia to offer a doula certification program, partnering with the Virginia Board of Health and Birth in Color to address Black maternal health disparities. #BlackMaternalHealth #HBCU
https://t.co/gNGxkLfolD
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๐จ HISTORY MADE! ๐จ VUU launches VAโs 1st Doula Certification Program at an HBCU! In partnership with @birthincolor & VA Dept. of Health, weโre tackling racial disparities in maternal health. #HealthEquity #VUU
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VDH News Release - March 9, 2025: Virginia Health Officials Investigating Potential Measles Exposure in Northern Virginia. Read the full statement here: https://t.co/8SyWUUeiS1.
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๐จ As of last night, ICE conducted targeted raids in Arlington, VA, detaining community members and tearing families apart. These cruel and unjust tactics are designed to spread fearโbut we are not powerless.
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โญ๏ธ Your story has POWER. Join us and special guest Latwyla Matthias from Progress VA as we explore how digital advocacy shapes reproductive justice narratives and creates real change. ๐ RSVP : https://t.co/OBrzxGs464
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๐ From advocacy to storytelling, from birth work to youth leadership - there are so many colorful ways - and events, to be part of. ๐ Learn more about our work at: https://t.co/LzJ8DGbIBO
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๐๐ Get Super Bowl ready and join us for a day of relaxation and rejuvenation for dads and birth partners! ๐ RSVP TODAY: https://t.co/W1dSqZAhiz FREE SERVICES: ๐ Haircuts by Blade Therapy โจ Facials & Manicures by @trueskynbeauty ๐๐พโโ๏ธ Professional Massages ๐ and more :)
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โจ TODAY! FREE EVENT - TEST WITH US This Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, we're creating a space of support, education, and empowerment. Because our community deserves healthcare that sees us, serves us, and supports us without stigma. ๐ https://t.co/jbUD8KQOGh
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โ๏ธ Our Black Maternal Health Summit is in April but tickets are discounted for a limited time! ๐ Use 'CLUBCOLOR' for 15% off! ๐ Learn more and purchase RSVP at https://t.co/d7BH9u4GjM โจ
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๐ค Like Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the Father of Black History, we believe in the power of our stories. VIA : @ASALH_BHM
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Great news! ๐ My bill, #HB1918, passed the House unanimously! It creates a Womenโs Menstrual Health Program to boost awareness & early detection of menstrual disorders. A big step for better healthcare in Virginia! Onward! โจ #VALeg #MenstrualHealth #Progress
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Everyone should have access to the full range of reproductive health care regardless of income. I'm proud to share that my bill on Contraceptive Equity, SB 780, has successfully passed the Senate of Virginia! Excited to work with @CandiMundonKing on getting this important
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๐ฃ๏ธ BREAKING: REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM ADVANCES IN VA!! HJ1, our constitutional amendment protecting reproductive freedom, passes Senate and moves forward!!!!! LET'S GO ๐๐ฝ This historic moment wouldn't be possible without your advocacy. ๐ Tools & resources: https://t.co/n7GkuDll7h
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โ ๏ธ๐ง WATER CRISIS RECOVERY FUND NOW OPEN Apply to receive support for rent, utilities, healthcare, childcare, and car payments. APPLY TWO WAYS: ๐ Call 311 ๐ Visit https://t.co/SuAQNkeuyx DEADLINE: MARCH 14 Source: @rvagov
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โ๏ธ TONIGHT! Weโre diving into your workplace rights as a pregnant or parenting employee. ๐ https://t.co/i33VRm9dGO โฐ 4:30-5:30 PM WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ๐ซ Your right to pregnancy accommodations ๐ How to access family leave โจ Workplace protections you NEED to know
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