Supporting Black Maternal Vitality & Resiliency at the Intersection of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), COVID-19, and Historical Trauma: Key Findings and Strategies

The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence facilitated a series of regional convenings bringing together survivors, healthcare providers, advocates, grassroots organizers, and other professionals to explore the intersections of intimate partner violence, historical trauma, and COVID-19 and their impact on Black maternal health.

Participants identified critical areas needing improvement and developed innovative, community-driven strategies, highlighting the need for multidisciplinary training, supporting unique needs of survivors, improved cross-sector collaboration, and community resource hubs addressing barriers in accessing care.

This report captures the resulting key findings, critical areas for improvement, and promising practices to promote Black maternal vitality and narrow gaps in services for Black pregnant and birthing survivors across the United States.