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The Ebony Canal Documentary Showing Presented by The Doula Lab & Nurture Birth Health
June 13 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join The Doula Lab and Nurture Birth & Health for a powerful two-day experience centered on The Ebony Canal, an award-winning documentary exploring Black maternal and infant health. This event brings together leaders across healthcare, policy, and community to engage in meaningful dialogue, reflect on lived experiences, and identify actionable solutions to advance health equity. Following the screening, a dynamic panel will connect storytelling to systems change, highlighting clinical realities, community-driven approaches, and policy accountability.
What to Expect
This red-carpet, multi-experience event convenes leaders, providers, advocates, and community members for a powerful gathering focused on advancing Black maternal and infant health.
Event highlights include:
- VIP Meet & Greet with national and regional maternal health leaders
- Red-Carpet Screening of The Ebony Canal (award-winning documentary)
- Expert Panel Discussion featuring clinical, community, and policy perspectives
- Recognition of local frontline organizations
- Networking Reception
- Community Baby Shower supporting local families
Who Should Attend
This event is designed for:
- Healthcare professionals and clinicians
- Hospital and health system leaders
- Public health officials
- Legislators and policymakers
- Community-based organizations
- Advocates and birth workers
- Philanthropic and civic leaders
Why Attend
Black maternal and infant health remains a critical issue in Missouri and the bi-state region, where disparities in outcomes persist and access to care continues to be challenged. This experience offers an opportunity to:
- Engage directly with experts and decision-makers
- Learn from lived experiences and evidence-based practices
- Explore solutions that bridge healthcare, community, and policy
- Contribute to collective action and accountability
Contact & Partnerships
- Sponsorship & Partnerships: Charity Bean – charity@doulalab.org
- Media Inquiries: Elena Jenkins – lena@nurturebirthhealth.org
- Website: theebonycanal.com
