Workforce Development Coordinator, Kelli Jackson, represented HMHBGA at Peach State Health Plan's Community Baby Shower in Norcross, Georgia.
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia
Non-profit Organization Management
Atlanta, Georgia 2,211 followers
Moving the needle on maternal and infant health disparities in Georgia.
About us
Since 1974, Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia has been the strongest statewide voice for improved access to healthcare and health outcomes for Georgia’s mothers and babies. HMHBGA is the only organization in Georgia that focuses on the full spectrum of maternal and child health concerns from prematurity to maternal mortality. Access to Vital Resources: HMHB operates the Georgia Family Healthline and Children 1st high-risk screening line for the Department of Public Health, and the Prevent Child Abuse Georgia Helpline, to provide callers with appropriate referrals and resources across the State. Advocacy: In a non-partisan role, HMHB engages with legislators as well as medical, business and other community organizations to encourage fiscally responsible policies that promote access to care and improved health outcomes for women and children. Education: HMHB provides evidence-informed prenatal education across the State through collaboration with other community organizations and clinicians. 94% of participants report a significant increase in knowledge by attending our workshops.
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http://www.hmhbga.org
External link for Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1974
- Specialties
- Georgia Family Healthline (1-800-300-9003), Advocacy, Collaboration, Evidence-Based Prenatal Education, Culturally Competent Programming for Moms and Families, Stakeholder Convening to Address Maternal and Infant Health Disparities, Capacity Building and Professional Development for Maternal and Child Health Professionals, Children 1st Screening Line (DPH), and Prevent Child Abuse Georgia Helpline (1-800-CHILDREN)
Locations
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2200 Century Pkwy NE
Suite 460
Atlanta, Georgia 30345, US
Employees at Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia
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Alex Kim
Managing Director, Design at Accenture Song | Experience Innovation | Board Member for HMHBGA | South Region Design Lead
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Tracey Goddard-Johnson
Child Birth Educator (ICCE) at Atlanta Birth Center & Healthy Mother's Healthy Babies Coalition of GA
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Jenna Sessum
Information & Referral Specialist
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Dr. Anne M. DeBeer
Board service, Community volunteer, former consultant at TechBridge and former SVP & CIO/CFO Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
Updates
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Stay updated with Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia! Visit www.hmhbga.org to sign up for our monthly newsletter and get the tools you need for your journey delivered straight to your inbox.
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Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia reposted this
Join us Tuesday, December 17th at noon EST, as we host a live webinar and panel discussion unveiling the successes of our first year of Let’s Talk Community Chats hosted in Atlanta in partnership with Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia We will share data and stories about the impact our program is having on creating trusted community connections with families to provide education and support on safe sleep, breastfeeding and the proper use of infant products. Join on Tuesday with this Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/evWiVTC4 The webinar will be facilitated and moderated by First Candle’s Program Director Destiny Stokes, MPH. Panelists: Terri Miller, MPH, CHES – Georgia Department of Health Terri is the Safe Infant Sleep Program Manager at the Georgia Department of Public Health. She is also the Principal Investigator for the Preventing Violence Affecting Young Lives (PREVAYL) program and the SUID Case Registry. Kiana Ayers, RN, IBCLC, LCCE, - Ready Set Push, Inc. Kiana is the founder of Mamas and Tatas and Ready Set Push Inc., organizations dedicated to providing affordable prenatal education and lactation support to families in her community. A wife and mother of four breastfed children, she is passionate about offering evidence based childbirth and breastfeeding education, especially for low income families. Carl & Israel Route - Reaching Our Brothers Everywhere (ROBE) ROBE’s mission is to educate, equip, and empower men to impact an increase in breastfeeding rates and a decrease in infant mortality rates in the African American community Carl Route is a Responsible Fatherhood & Family Life Coach, Community Transformer, Wisdom Council Member and Certified Lactation Counselor serves as the Project Director with ROBE. Isreal Route is a proud man of color, Entrepreneur, Coach, and Philanthropist and serves as the Project Manager with ROBE. TE El – Certified Labor Doula – Best Birthing Services Tammie Best In addition to being the owner of Best Birthing Services, TE El is an author, advocate, and podcast host. The birth of her first granddaughter led her to becoming a Certified Labor Doula through CAPPA International and working with Emory Urban Health Initiative to ensure that no one’s daughter must go through labor alone. Join on Tuesday, December 17th at 12P EST with this Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/evWiVTC4 #safesleep #SuddenInfantDeathSyndrome #SUID #healthequity #structuralracism #communitypartner #communityled #research #infantmortality #nonprofit #infanthealth #breastfeeding #doulas #fatherhood
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Workforce Development Manager, Thomecia Busby, and Workforce Development Coordinator, Kelli Jackson, joined Friends of Refugees to honor Heidi Copeland, their Volunteer and Training Manager, as she transitioned from her role. Heidi recently delivered a powerful cultural humility workshop at Piedmont Henry as part of our Doula Integration & Awareness Project.
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Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia reposted this
Thought Leader, Transforming Maternal Healthcare, Small Business Owner, Founder of A Light After Nine, Maternal Health Advocate, Pregnancy Survivor x9, Nurse Informaticist
So excited to be participating at Maternal Health Awareness Day at the Capitol! Thank you Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia for all that you do to advocate for better maternal health outcomes! Register using the link below: https://lnkd.in/eMuZPYn3
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You're invited to join HMHBGA at the Georgia State Capitol for Maternal Health Awareness Day where we will help raise awareness about maternal healthcare in the community. Register at https://lnkd.in/eP7UQ2XB.
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Every mom deserves a healthy start for their baby. Georgia has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the U.S., with rural and underserved communities hit hardest. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia works daily to close this gap, but we need your help to continue this life-saving work. Your donation brings care, education, and hope to Georgia families. Donate today at hmhbga.org/donate. Let's remember, healthy mothers, healthy babies in that order.
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Executive Director, Kim Seals, and Senior Call Center Coordinator, Natasha Boll, attended the Phenomenal Women's Health Maternal Health Awareness Tea. Kim accepted the Community Service Award on behalf of Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia, who were honored for their contributions to bettering maternal health in Georgia.
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Director of Community Partnerships & Resources, Yaa Agyeiwaa, and Call Center Manager, Violeta Garcia, attended the 36th Annual Latin Fever Ball, hosted by the Latin American Association. The event included a night of dining, dancing, and fundraising to continue supporting the prosperity of our Latin Community.
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