Our Commitment
At Canadian Women of Colour Leadership Network (CWCLN), we are deeply committed to advancing Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice across Canada. We know that Black women and femmes experience some of the most severe health disparities across the reproductive health continuum, disparities that are rooted in systemic racism and long-standing neglect of Black communities in health policy and care.
We believe that reproductive justice is not just about choice, it’s about access, dignity, and equity at every stage of life. From menstruation and fertility to childbirth, postpartum care, and menopause, CWCLN is building a movement that centers Black women’s needs and leadership.
You can help us shape future programming by filling out our short survey:
Our Pillars: Advancing Black Reproductive Justice
Resources & Reports
Impact Report: how it started, where we’re going
Learn More about the work CWCLN is doing to raise awareness, address health disparities and advocate for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice.
From advocating in the halls of governance, highlighting research gaps, and forming community partnerships, our work has really just begun. Read the full Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice Impact Report:
Raising Awareness
Proclamations for Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice Month.
Across the region, cities are standing in solidarity by recognizing Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice Month. Five cities gave proclamations in 2025: Ottawa, Barrie, Timmins, Cornwall and Kingston. Our allies at the City of Vaughan lit up their City Hall in purple, gold and black in honour of Black Maternal Health and Reproductive Justice Month.
Workshops & Events: empowerment through education
CWCLN has hosted a series of impactful and culturally grounded health workshops for Black women and femmes across the country. These workshops aim to build awareness, foster healing, and provide access to trusted information. More workshops and events can be found HERE.
The Reality for Black Women and Femmes
Our community partners
We are always looking for community partnerships with other organizations and individuals who are committed to addressing racial disparities in the healthcare system while empowering Black women and femmes.
Thank you to all our community partners and allies working with us to address disparities and bring better reproductive care to Black women and femmes of all ages and at every stage of life.
Contact Us
If you would like to contribute or collaborate to this work please contact Danielle James, Engagement and Learning Coordinator, Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice, at blkmaternalhealth.cwcln@gmail.com or fill out the following form.