Beyond the Headlines: Why Lived Experience Matters in Policy Making

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We’re excited to introduce a brand-new space built just for you — our GCMH community of parents, caregivers, professionals, and advocates who care deeply about maternal and child health.

Whether you’re navigating the joys and challenges of motherhood, raising a child with special educational needs (SEND), or supporting others in your community, this platform is your safe, supportive corner of the internet.

🤝 Why We Built This

Over the years, we’ve heard your stories, answered your emails, and felt your desire for deeper connection. So, we created something that goes beyond just reading — a space where you can interact, share, and learn from people who truly get it.

Our new community platform is:

  • Private and safe — built with trust in mind
  • Interactive — with real conversations, not just comments
  • Supportive — because we all need someone who understands


🧡 Who It’s For

This community is especially for:

  • Parents and guardians navigating maternal health
  • Families raising children with SEND or complex needs
  • Health professionals and advocates who want to support and learn

No filters. No judgment. Just connection.



✨ What You Can Do Inside:

  • Join topic-based groups
  • Ask questions or share stories
  • Attend virtual circles and support sessions
  • Connect with others across the globe

We’re building something beautiful here — and we’d love for you to be a part of it.

🚪 Ready to Step In?

Click below to join the community and start connecting today.

👉 Join the GCMH Community


About The Author:

Agnes Agyepong

Founder & CEO

Agnes Agyepong is a mother of three and the founder and CEO of The Global Black Maternal Health Institute. As a maternal health advocate in the UK and former Head of Engagement at a national charity, Agnes has published articles and spoken extensively about the need for maternal health research to become more diverse and inclusive

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