Reclaiming Our Latch: Centering Black & Brown Bodies in Breastfeeding Support
Join us for a powerful professional workshop designed for doulas and birthworkers who are committed to lactation equity and culturally competent care. Reclaiming Our Latch: Centering Black and Brown Bodies in Breastfeeding Support will explore how systemic racism has shaped modern lactation culture-and how we, as care providers, can reclaim, restore, and uplift breastfeeding practices in our community.
This workshop will be led by keynote speaker Brittany Wright, MPH, IBCLC, who brings deep epertise in lactation justice and public health.
What You'll Learn:
- The historical roots of breastfeeding disparities among Black and Brown women
- How systematic racism continues to impact breastfeeding outcomes today
- Practical, hands-on tools to support clients through the first latch and beyond
- Strategies for doulas and birth workers to become advocates for lactation equity
Certificate of Completion will be provided to attendees for participating.
Who Should Attend:
Doulas, lactation consultants, birth workers, community health advocates, and anyone passionate about equitable birth and breastfeeding support.
Details:
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025 | Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: 407 W. State St, Trenton, NJ 08618
General Admission: $25 | Student Admission: $10 (valid ID is required)
Let's reclaim our latch and stand in solidarity for breastfeeding justice. Your voice, presence and practice matter.
Space is limited - register today!
