Letter to Community from Founder
Dear Courageous Community, I have made the brave decision to end my tenure with Changing Woman Initiative (CWI) at the end of 2023. My transition comes at a time in my life where I am expanding and growing as a…
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Shayai Lucero invited to attend OHCHR special meeting
Photo courtesy of @UNHumanRightsChief social media account In April 2023, Shayai Lucero (Acoma/Laguna), President of the Board of Directors for the Changing Woman Initiative, received an invitation from the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) to attend…
The Impacts of Racial Discrimination on Native American Birth and Midwifery
“Continued underfunding from the US Government to the Indian Health Services, has forced the closure of clinics and labor and delivery units serving Native American communities in rural and urban areas, which has exacerbated known health disparities. Despite healthcare medical…