Understanding Maternal Health with Filmmaker Carolyn Jones

Recorded in July 2024, Dr. Imelda Reyes, Associate Dean of Advanced Education, interviews Carolyn Jones, a documentary filmmaker, who shares her journey through filmmaking and capturing global issues through storytelling. Her film "American Birth" explores the maternal mortality crisis in the U.S., highlighting midwifery as a solution. Jones was selected as the guest speaker for UNLV School of Nursing’s and Dr. Linda Silvestri’s annual Sylvestri Lecture. Jones emphasizes the importance of nurses being vocal and advocating for change. This episode features: Dr. Imelda Reyes, Associate Dean of Advanced Education at UNLV School of Nursing Carolyn Jones, Filmmaker and Director