Mum on a Mission: Agnes Agyepong on Clean Air, Maternal Health & Mental Resilience

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode (timed to coincide with the build up to this year's Clean Air Day on 19th June), Dom Burch is joined by Agnes Agyepong—maternal health advocate, founder of Black Child, Clean Air, and creator of the Glow Mama Awards. Agnes shares how her personal experience of being ignored as a mother led her to uncover the hidden impact of air pollution on children’s health, particularly in Black and working-class communities.She opens up about battling suicidal thoughts while pregnant, and how she transformed pain into purpose—campaigning for environmental and maternal health justice, and building one of the UK’s largest digital awards for mums on social media.You’ll hear about:The systemic challenges facing Black mothers in the NHSHow air pollution nearly claimed her daughter’s life—and sparked a nationwide campaignThe birth of Black Child, Clean Air and its viral impactAgnes’s journey through maternal mental health and the healing power of affirmationThe creation of Glow Mama and its mission to celebrate motherhood in all its formsWhat digital health innovators need to get right for parentsAgnes is a force of nature. Her story is a call to action—for belief, community, and change.⚠️ Trigger WarningThis episode includes discussion of maternal mental health and suicidal thoughts. If you’ve been affected, support is available. (See below.)🧠 Support and ResourcesSamaritans (24/7): Call 116 123 or visit samaritans.orgPANDAS Foundation (Perinatal Mental Health): pandasfoundation.org.uk | 0808 1961 776Mind (Mental Health Support): mind.org.ukMaternal Mental Health Alliance: maternalmentalhealthalliance.org🔗 Connect with AgnesWebsite: globalcmh.orgInstagram: @globalchildandmaternalhealthLinkedIn: Agnes Agyepong