Confronting Systemic Racism in Black Maternal Health with Dr. Georges Benjamin

In this powerful episode of Neshé Knows Public Health, we sit down with Dr. Georges C. Benjamin, Executive Director of the American Public Health Association, to tackle one of the most urgent issues in healthcare: Black Maternal Health Disparities.We dive into:✅ The historical roots of systemic racism in public health✅ Barriers preventing progress in maternal health outcomes✅ How public health leaders can rebuild trust and ensure accountabilityDr. Benjamin shares insights on policy reforms, community engagement, and what’s needed to protect Black mothers and babies. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that uncovers the hard truths and highlights the path to real change.