March for Change
Event Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Event Location: Ohio Statehouse
Join the March of Dimes during World Doula Week to celebrate doulas while advocating for SB 267, which would create Ohio Doula Awareness Week.
Black Maternal Health Caucus Summit
When: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Where: Ohio Statehouse
State Senators Catherine Ingram and Paula Hicks-Hudson have announced the Second Annual Ohio Black Maternal Health Caucus Summit will take place on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, in the Ohio Statehouse Atrium. In addition to attending, organizations and providers will have opportunities to showcase their work and connect with attendees—whether through a display table highlighting programs and resources or by contributing expertise to a moderated panel discussion. If you or your organization is interested, contact Daija Kidd (Daija.Kidd@ohiosenate.gov).
Your early engagement will help build on last year’s conversations and ensure this year’s summit is meaningful for providers, policymakers, and the community.
Black Maternal Health Week • Cleveland Panel Discussion
When: Wednesday, April 15, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Where: Zoom
Black Maternal Health Week: Policies that Impact Cleveland Moms and Babies
Policies and laws have an enormous impact on health, especially for Black women. Join committed leaders to learn about current local and state efforts focused on supporting Black maternal health. Your advocacy can make a difference for moms and babies!
Registration link coming soon.
“Rooted in Justice and Joy” is the theme for Black Maternal Health Week 2026 (#BMHW26). Learn more at blkmaternalhealthweek.com.
Ohio Infant Vitality Advocacy Day, September 29, 2026
Save the Date! Infant Vitality Advocacy Day, September 29, 2026
Ohio Statehouse
Join us for a day of connection, inspiration and impact. The day begins with breakfast and networking and ends with an evening reception. In between, advocates are encouraged to set up meetings with their local lawmakers. We provide a wealth of resources leading up to the day, including training videos, talking points, and a leave behind on our shared statewide priorities, to ensure these meetings are fruitful. More details on how to register coming soon.