Elevating Maternal Mental Health, Vol. 2

Dear Elevate Community,

As we step into this new quarter, I am reminded of both the opportunities and challenges that shape our work. The mental health of mothers directly impacts both their well-being and that of their children, their families and their communities and Elevate Policy Lab is continuing to advance evidence-based solutions that support maternal mental health and economic mobility. This quarter’s newsletter highlights key milestones, emerging insights, and the invaluable collaborations driving our mission forward. Thank you for your continued partnership—your dedication and your support is more important than ever.

With gratitude,

Hilary

Executive Director, Elevate Policy Lab

This March, key partners from across New York City came together to review progress and chart the next steps for the MOMS Partnership® programs at CAMBA and BronxWorks shelters. Elevate, alongside leaders from the Robin Hood Foundation, NYC Department of Social Services, Department of Homeless Services, and the Office of Research & Policy Innovation, engaged in two pivotal meetings that underscored the program’s impact and future potential.

Read more about the stakeholder meeting updates and next steps for NYC DHS MOMS^SM.

Updates from the maternal mental health field, including a scientific statement from the American Heart Association, a pilot program from the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, evidence-based recommendations from the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health's second annual impact report, and new state and federal laws and resolutions such as HB 7214 in Connecticut and the MOMS Act federally.

Read more about the latest in the field of maternal mental health.

On April 2, join the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance's National Day of Action for Maternal Mental Health!

The goal for this special, one-day campaign is for 3,000 people to tell their elected officials to continue funding maternal mental health programs.

Contacting your elected officials only takes a few minutes but has a massive impact on this issue!

SIGN UP to get notified when this campaign is live! https://www.mmhla.org/day-of-action