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November 30, 2023 24 mins

In the pursuit of understanding the surge in health issues and fatalities among Black women in contrast to other racial and ethnic communities, we lend an attentive ear to the narratives of Black women, delving into their experiences during the perinatal period, and diligently assess the factors that underlie the heightened rates of morbidity and mortality in their communities. Integrating the invaluable experiences of Black Women into the existing literature, shedding more light on this pressing issue.


Dr. Chinyere Eigege received her Ph.D. and MSW in social work from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Dr. Eigege uses qualitative research methods to examine, advocate for, and inform best practices around the perinatal mental health care of Black women.

Learn more at uh.edu/socialwork/actionresearch

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