Supporting Equitable Access to Emergency Preparedness Resources for Mothers in Mississippi


Mississippi has experienced a series of devastating natural, systemic, and environmental disasters that have required immediate action, sometimes leaving the very unique needs of pregnant and postpartum women unmet. This project will focus on responding to current and emerging needs of pregnant and postpartum women in Mississippi through the development and distribution of community resource boxes that provide basic needs for families. This project will also focus on ensuring that providers that encounter pregnant and postpartum women have the knowledge and understanding of how to provide equitable emergency response through educational training. 

 

Awardee

Lead Organization: Six Dimensions
Project Lead: Nakeitra Burse

Demographics

Age Group: Adults (19-64 yrs.)
Sexual & Gender Minorities: Women
Geographic Type: Rural, Medically Underserved Areas/Populations, Urban
Issues & Interests: Maternal Health, Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Populations
Race & Ethnicity: Blacks/African Americans
Roles of Participants Project is Intended to Serve: Organization Staff - Community Based, Educator - College & Post-grad, General Public, Public Health Professional, Researcher, Student - College & Post-grad, Health Professional

Award Details

Funding Source: Region 2
Project Category: Outreach
Period of Performance: May 1, 2023 - Apr 30, 2024
Project Status: Completed

Project Funding