Who We Are & What We Do
At Global Child and Maternal Health (GCMH), we are transforming maternal and child health outcomes by addressing inequalities with authenticity, rigour, and purpose. Our focus on Environment and Education allows us to dismantle systemic barriers and build holistic, community-led solutions.
As a Black-led organisation, we bring unparalleled insight, representation, and authenticity to the communities we serve. Through research, implementation, and advocacy, we are driving systemic change and fostering a world where all women and children can thrive.
- What We Do
Making a Difference
Together
Research
Conducting pioneering studies to uncover and address systemic inequities.
Implementation
Transforming research into impactful programs to improve health and education outcomes.
Advocacy
Our Vision is to Amplify Community Voices To Influence Policies And Reform Systems.
In the United Kingdom Black women are 4xMore likely to die in pregnancy than white women
In the United States Black women are four times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than White women.
The incidence of maternal death in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women was more than 3 times as high as that for non-Indigenous women.
Our Vision is to Amplifying Community Voices To Influence Policies And Reform Systems.
What We Do: Research, Implement, Advocate
Research
Conducting pioneering studies to uncover and address systemic inequities.
Implement
Transforming research into impactful programs to improve health and education outcomes.
Our Vision:
Our Vision is to Amplifying community voices to influence policies and reform systems.
Who We Are
At Global Child and Maternal Health (GCMH), we are transforming maternal and child health outcomes by addressing inequalities with authenticity, rigour, and purpose. Our focus on Environment and Education allows us to dismantle systemic barriers and build holistic, community-led solutions.
As a Black-led organisation, we bring unparalleled insight, representation, and authenticity to the communities we serve. Through research, implementation, and advocacy, we are driving systemic change and fostering a world where all women and children can thrive.
Driving Change
Our Focus Areas
Environment
Addressing the disproportionate impact of air pollution on marginalised communities through initiatives such as Black Child Clean Air.
- Linking air quality to maternal health risks like preterm births and stillbirths.
- Delivering community workshops and advocating for clean air policies.
Education
Tackling barriers at the intersection of race, poverty, and SEND to empower families and children.
- Improving access to SEND support for Black children.
- Improving access to SEND support for Black children. Reducing exclusion rates and fostering equitable educational environments.
Maternal Health
Advancing maternal health equity by tackling systemic inequalities affecting Black communities through research, advocacy, and support.
- Identifying and challenging barriers in healthcare access, treatment, and outcomes for Black mothers.
- Providing research-driven advocacy and support to improve maternal health and well-being.
Our Approach
Our approach combines thoughtful research, actionable solutions, and strong advocacy to drive meaningful change. By understanding the unique needs of underserved communities, we create impactful strategies that improve health, education, and equity on a global scale.
Our studies reflect the lived experiences and cultural contexts of underserved communities.
We turn research insights into real-world solutions for health and education.
We influence policies to tackle the root causes of inequity at all levels.
Our core values and guiding principles
Authenticity
We act with respect, integrity and openness
Innovation
We embrace change and continually seek new ways to improve
Responsibility & Reliability
We operate in a responsible manner and we provide reliable data
Passion
inspired to care about our work and the communities we serve
Community
We make a meaningful impact to the mothers and families we serve
Serve
Our spirit to serve makes our institute stronger
Dr. Michelle Peter
Agnes Agyepong
Reyss Wheeler
Passionate Team Driving Change
Dr Karen Joash
Janet Fyle MBE
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Real-Life Voices
Addressing Air Pollution at the UK Clean Air Conference
In October our CEO had the incredible honour of speaking at the UK Clean Air Conference in Birmingham, sharing the stage with esteemed experts including Sir Michael Marmot and Sir Stephen Holgate...
Driving Systemic Change in SEND Provision for Black and Mixed Heritage Children
In November we took a bold step forward in our fight for equity in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision and the urgent need to rebuild our broken SEND system...
Black Leaders Advocate for SEND Reform at the Ministry of Justice
On December 9th we led a delegation of Black leaders, community advocates, and parents — individuals who not only have lived experience navigating the SEND system for their children...
A Mother’s Journey to Empowerment
Through the support of Global Child Maternal Health, I was able to access the resources I needed to navigate my pregnancy safely. The workshops and guidance helped me feel more confident and empowered to make the best decisions for my health and my baby’s future.
From Struggle to Strength
Before getting involved with GCMH, we were struggling with limited access to clean air and safe healthcare for our children. Today, thanks to their advocacy for healthier environments, our community is thriving, and our children are healthier than ever
A New Generation of Hope
The Next Gen B program gave my son the educational tools and support he needed to succeed, even with his special needs. GCMH has truly changed our family’s life, and I’m confident he will have the future he deserves.
