Triple Feature: 3 Short Films about Reproductive Justice

September 26, 2023

Three short documentaries, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A.

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Inspired by the lived experiences of Jewish women, lawsuits are currently being launched by rabbis, Jewish organizations, and interfaith leaders to challenge the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Giving Birth in America: Arkansas (GBA Arkansas) is the newest chapter in Every Mother Counts’ Giving Birth in America film series. This 20-minute film spotlights Arkansas, the state with the highest maternal mortality rate across the United States. GBA Arkansas vividly paints a picture of the reality of the postpartum experience. More than half of all maternal deaths take place during the postpartum period, yet this stage of pregnancy is often overlooked. The film follows three mothers as they grapple with mental health concerns, lack of paid leave, and other challenges in the days, weeks, and months following birth, vividly painting a picture of the gaps in the current landscape of postpartum care. The film highlights the essential role of community-based support, especially within historically marginalized communities.

A short film by the Girl Gov program of the Women and Girls Foundation about The Black Maternal Health Crisis in America.

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