📣Department of Health Care Services: Doula services are available in fee-for-service and through managed care plans (MCPs). This includes emotional and physical support provided during pregnancy, labor, birth, & the postpartum period, as well as support for and after miscarriage and abortion. 

#BMHW24

📣 Nonprofit Quarterly: What myths are holding back racial and #economicjustice work? What are new stories that need to be told? NPQ’s next Remaking the Economy webinar explores this and much more. Register today for free: bit.ly/3VRo8Z4 #storytelling

📣 Veterans Affairs: Prolonged exposure is an evidence-based therapy that helps Veterans experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to gradually approach and address traumatic memories, feelings and situations. 

Learn more about PTSD treatment: MentalHealth.va.gov/ptsd/treatment…

📣 American Psychological Association: Building better #sleep habits can boost both your physical and mental health. Not sure where to start? Experts recommend setting a regular bedtime and sticking to it—even on the weekends.

Learn more: at.apa.org/6e1445

Don't miss Jeweld Legacy Group's keynote speaker, Dr. Amanda P. Williams, at the Black Women's Health Forum! Join for insights from top experts like Dr. Williams, representing institutions like Stanford and Harvard. Register now: registration.socio.events/e/blackwomensh… #BWHF2024 #HealthEquity

📣 AlamedaHealthConsor: #BlackMaternalHealthWeek 'Excited to share apartnership between our member #CHC West Oakland Health Center & BabyLiveAdvice-a partnership to provide accessible virtual maternal & infant support!'
Learn more here ➡ bit.ly/3VTPi1w
#ValueCHCs #BlackHealthMatters

📣 LA Regional Food Bank: Food insecurity is a pressing issue in Los Angeles County that demands attention. Check out the latest blog post, where they debunk common misconceptions about food insecurity. Learn more and find out how you can help.
lafoodbank.org/stories/debunk…

🌳 Are you interested in planting a tree at your home? Join LA County + SCE for a free tree giveaway on April 27 from 8:30a - 12:30 p at Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Park for SCE customers in specific zip codes: 90044, 90047, 90059, 90061, & 90220.
arborday.org/SCE

📣 KFF Health News: A new study from researchers at USC Keck School of Medicine found that Latina women who ate more vegetables, fruits, and healthy oils-based foods could reduce the risk of preeclampsia, a dangerous type of high blood pressure. kffhealthnews.org/news/article/p…

📣 Philanthropy News Digest: “These students are the future workforce of our city.” $10 million to Alabama's BirminghamPromise from @PNCBankFoundation will support success coaching, college & career counseling for high-school students & college outreach for middle-schoolers. philanthropynewsdigest.org/news/pnc-found…

📣 PRSA-LA #Scholarship submission deadline is fast approaching! If you are a student & interested in receiving a $2,000 scholarship & (1) year FREE access to all PRSA-LA webinars & events, then submit your application now.
Apply here: prsala.org/scholarship/
Deadline is APR 30.

📣 Nat’l Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day (NYHAAD) is partnering with Clinical Care Options on a series of educational content encouraging HCPs to learn more about #HIV PrEP , in adolescents, & their role in addressing barriers. #NYHAAD #HIV #youth #PrEP

Check out the series here: clinicaloptions.com/CE-CME-program…

When someone is put under guardianship, they are stripped of their autonomy, effectively resulting in their “civil death.” Justice in Aging justiceinaging.org/bias-in-the-gu…

📣D Bohnett Foundation: 'Data from a nationwide survey of LGBTQ youth reveals that state antibullying laws can have a protective effect, but only when those laws specify that students’ sexual orientation and/or gender identity should be protected.'
scienceblog.cincinnatichildrens.org/state-laws-lgb…

📣blkwomenshealth: Highlighting Black maternal health disparities. 'We stand with impacted families, advocating for policies ensuring every Black mother gets the care she deserves.' Join @BlackMamasMatter to support Black women's health advocacy.
#BlackMaternalHealthWeek

Did you know getting recommended #vaccines during pregnancy is one important step in protecting your baby from serious illnesses?

Join CDC in observing #BlackMaternalHealthWeek . Read more on the role vaccines play in protecting mothers & their babies. bit.ly/4avYOfB

📣 United Friends: #NationalSiblingsDay ! Let's honor the special bond shared between siblings that provides invaluable support & companionship. In foster care, nurturing these relationships provides a sense of belonging & resilience among siblings, enriching their lives.

The Disability Inclusion Fund (DIF) at Borealis Philanthropy Borealis Philanthropy is currently accepting applications for two DIF grant opportunities: Disability Inclusion Fund grants and the DIF x Tech Fund. Learn more about these opportunities here: borealisphilanthropy.org

On Dolores Huerta Day, we celebrate one of CA's most dedicated civil & labor rights leaders.

Her lifelong pursuit of justice has earned her many accolades, including a place in the CA Hall of Fame.

To this day, she continues her work to fight for marginalized communities.

A new report from Vera Institute of Justice in partnership with Black and Pink National found that incarcerated transgender people are overwhelmingly put in extended solitary confinement—a form of torture condemned by the UN. More about the findings of this landmark report: theappeal.org/trans-prisoner…