Climate Justice
Join the Movement for Climate and Reproductive Justice
At Birthworkers of Color Collective rapid response readiness training for maternal and infant health helps create a healthier, more equitable future for all. Together, we can combat climate impact and ensure comprehensive care for every parent and child.
Lactation Clinics Every Friday
BREASTFEEDING & CLIMATE DISASTERS
Join Birthworkers of Color Collective and Micronesia Climate Change Alliance as we discuss SUSU & Cultural care during climate disasters during Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week on August 15th, from 5:30pm to 7pm.
FREE COMMUNITY WELLNESS SPACE FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY THE FIRE
Join Birthworkers of Color Collective for a space for a momentary breath and reprieve. We know many of us are feeling overwhelmed/scared, our nervous systems re shot, and grieving the impact and loss, personally and collectively.
We will have ear acupuncture, body and energy work, plant medicine, coloring station, food, & more.
Date: Friday, January 17
Time: 3pm to 7pm
Location: 1635 E Anaheim Street, Long Beach, CA 90814
Lactation Clinics Every Friday
FIRES IN LA: CRISIS Of CLIMATE, JUSTICE, AND CARE
Climate change, rooted in capitalism, war, and colonialism, is impacting our communities - especially pregnant people, infants, and children. This crisis & all of the climate & environmental crises happening across the globe show why environmental and climate justice is a reproductive issue.
View the guide for resources, including:
-
Tips for staying safe
-
Acknowledgment of the realities for marginalized communities
-
Call to Action
Resources to share and save:
-
Chest Feeding During Emergencies Guide
-
Mutual AID LA Resources Spreadsheet for real-time updates on shelters, free items, and animal boarding
-
Eaton Fire updates and Evacuation Zone for the latest information on affected areas
Call us at (562) 489-1089 or fill out our form for doula support
RAPID RESPONSE PREPARATION TRAINING FOR MATERNAL & INFANT WELLNESS
Climate justice and reproductive health care are critically intertwined, especially for doula communities in regions like Guam, where environmental changes directly impact maternal health outcomes. Get the skills you need to address perinatal and infant health needs during climate disasters. Ensuring equitable access to culturally relevant reproductive care amidst climate challenges is essential for safeguarding the well-being of birthing people and their families.
Lactation Clinics Every Friday
CANCEL RIMPAC
We support and have signed a statement with Protecting Oceania, to end the militarization of our islands and oceans. The multinational RIMPAC (Rim of the Pacific) exercises, taking place on June 27th - August 1st in around the islands threaten the sovereignties of our communities, cause environmental degradation and pose health and safety risks.
