Maternal Health and Beyond: A Comprehensive Webinar in French on Global Maternal Health Inequities

Maternal Health in Western Africa: From the Perinatal Period and Beyond

The upcoming webinar will focus on maternal health in the perinatal period and beyond. It will be conducted entirely in French, and participants are invited to join the launch of a new Lancet four-part series on this topic. Experts will present findings related to several key areas, including how maternal health is linked to human adaptations to the planet, cultural, political, and economic structures that shape women’s vulnerabilities during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Additionally, they will discuss the long-term consequences of labor and childbirth that are often overlooked in global discussions on maternal health.

The webinar will also explore an intersectional approach to addressing global maternal health inequities and how to apply this new knowledge to tackle stagnation in the global maternal mortality ratio and achieve relevant Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets. Participants will gain valuable insights into various factors impacting maternal health and learn about new approaches to address these issues. They will leave with a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding maternal health and how to apply this knowledge towards driving progress towards achieving global health targets.

Overall, this webinar promises to provide a comprehensive overview of maternal health during the perinatal period and beyond. Experts from various backgrounds will share their knowledge on key areas related to this topic. By attending this webinar, participants will gain valuable insights into various factors impacting maternal health and learn about new approaches towards addressing these issues.

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