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SUPPORT BLACK MOTHERS!

Black women in America continue to face serious disparities in maternal health during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

Voice for Black Mothers is a youth-led initiative focused on educating communities about Black maternal health.

MISSION

Our mission is to increase awareness of Black maternal health inequities and help young people understand why equitable maternal care matters.

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About Me

My name is Kendra Tetteh

I am a student, athlete, volunteer, and community advocate who believes young people can help create meaningful change.

My involvement in the NAACP and Black Student Union exposed me to conversations about racial inequality, healthcare disparities, and issues affecting Black communities. As I learned more about the maternal health challenges facing Black women, I realized this was an issue more people—especially young people—needed to understand.

I currently serve as President of my school's Black Student Union and Second Vice President of NAACP, where I help lead discussions around Black history, advocacy, social issues, and community awareness.

My interest in healthcare has also grown through my work as an inpatient aide volunteer, where I assist nurses, patients, and hospital staff. I am also expanding my exposure to medicine through physician shadowing.

Outside of advocacy and healthcare, I compete in varsity tennis and track and field and participate in community service through organizations including Key Club, Red Cross, and Urban Angels.

My academic recognitions include AP Scholar with Distinction, National Honor Society, California Scholarship Federation, and an ACT-SO poetry award.

Voice for Black Mothers brings these parts of my life together: healthcare, advocacy, leadership, education, and service.

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Leadership

Turning Awareness Into Action

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Black Student Union — President

As President of my school's Black Student Union, I help create an inclusive community where students can learn about Black history, culture, and current social issues.

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NAACP — Second Vice President

Through NAACP, I participate in discussions about social and political issues while helping promote advocacy, education, arts, and community connections.

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Advocacy Through Education

One of the biggest lessons I have learned is that people often care once they understand the issue.

After previous presentations on racial and social issues, I saw students reconsider their perspectives, ask questions, create educational materials, and commit to making changes.

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