SPARK - IPV

Helping researchers effectively measure IPV in maternal health research

Participant Resources

Birth Center Equity

Jun 5, 2026
Birth Center Equity (BCE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to culturally affirming, midwifery-led birth centers in communities led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC). Their website provides resources to support BIPOC-led community birth centers as well as information on network gatherings, trainings, and coaching.... Read More →

Birth Center Equity

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Black Mamas Matter Alliance

Jun 5, 2026
The Black Mamas Matter Alliance is a Black women-led national organization dedicated to advancing Black maternal health, rights, and justice. Their mission is to center Black mamas and birthing people by advocating, driving research, building power, and shifting culture for Black maternal health outcomes.... Read More →

Black Mamas Matter Alliance

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Black Maternal Health Center for Excellence

Jun 5, 2026
The Black Maternal Health Center for Excellence (BMHCE) is a community-centered maternal health initiative based in Los Angeles County, California. The center aims to address racial disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes affecting Black families. The website showcases a range of support resources and available services. Training and education for maternity care professionals with a focus on reproductive justice is also available.... Read More →

Black Maternal Health Center for Excellence

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Black Women’s Health Imperative

Jun 5, 2026
The Black Women's Health Imperative (BWHI) is the first nonprofit organization created by Black women to help protect and advance the health and wellness of Black women and girls. BWHI's mission is to solve the most critical health issues that Black women and girls face through innovative programs, transformative research, and life-saving policies. Their website includes information on education and training, mobilization opportunities for gender and racial justice, and synthesized and translated research findings.... Read More →

Black Women’s Health Imperative

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NCAVP Toolkits

Jun 5, 2026
The National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP) provides practical guides and toolkits to help individuals and communities address hate violence and intimate partner violence, with a focus on transgender survivors and communities of color. As a national coalition, it supports systemic and social change through local member and affiliate organizations.... Read More →

NCAVP Toolkits

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Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color (PMHA-POC)

Jun 5, 2026
The Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color (PMHA-POC) is a program created to address the disparities in perinatal mental health support for birthing people, providers, and communities of color. Their website includes information about a perinatal mental health provider directory, free virtual support groups, and educational web series and trainings... Read More →

Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color (PMHA-POC)

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4th Trimester Project

Jun 5, 2026
The 4th Trimester Project website is designed to provide the latest medical evidence and offer real stories to inform postpartum planning. Postpartum resources are provided on the website, including information on birth control after pregnancy, a mindfulness series, and postpartum recovery... Read More →

4th Trimester Project

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SisterSong: Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective

Jun 5, 2026
SisterSong is a Southern based, national membership organization. The organization aims to build an effective network of individuals and organizations to improve institutional policies and systems that impact the reproductive lives of marginalized communities. Their website includes information on various trainings, including labor support and breastfeeding... Read More →

SisterSong: Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective

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Our Bodies Ourselves

Jun 5, 2026
Our Bodies Ourselves offers resources on intimate partner violence (IPV), emphasizing its prevalence, impact, and the importance of addressing it within the broader context of gender-based violence. The website provides information and resources on various health and sexuality topics, including reproductive coercion, abortion, and menopause and perimenopause.... Read More →

Our Bodies Ourselves

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California Surgeon General: Strong Start and Beyond: Maternal Health Resources

Jun 5, 2026
Strong Start and Beyond initiative is a comprehensive maternal health movement launched by the State of California in 2024. The goal is to reduce California's maternal mortality rate 50% by December 2026. One arm of the initiative aims to increase awareness of resources and services to support families before, during, and after pregnancy. The website provides information on various maternal health resources, including financial help, food assistance, health care, and mental health support.... Read More →

California Surgeon General: Strong Start and Beyond: Maternal Health Resources

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Love is Respect Helpline

Jun 5, 2026
Offers 24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships. Resources are available through their website and by calling 1-866-311-9474 or texting LOVEIS to 22522... Read More →

Love is Respect Helpline

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Every Mother Counts

Jun 5, 2026
Every Mother Counts (EMC) is a nonprofit organization focused on improving maternal health globally, particularly among women in underserved communities. The website serves as a platform for raising awareness about the maternal health crisis, advocating for policy changes, and providing resources to support and empower women during pregnancy and childbirth.... Read More →

Every Mother Counts

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The Afiya Center

Jun 5, 2026
The Afiya Center (TAC) is a reproductive justice organization based in Dallas, Texas. TAC is dedicated to transforming the lives, health, and well-being of Black women and girls by addressing the unique needs of Black Communities. The website highlights key areas of focus: 1) Reproductive Justice, 2) HIV Education and Programming, 3) Abortion Justice, and 4) Maternal Mortality... Read More →

The Afiya Center

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