Show Up for Black Women - Stand for Queens Ally Campaign
Two weeks ago, we released our annual report and were pleased to share that Hamilton County saw 14 fewer Black infant deaths in 2019—a 24% decrease in Black infant mortality compared to the previous five years. Despite this progress, Black infants continue to die at more than two times the rate of other babies in America, regardless of their parents’ socio-economic status or health behaviors. Their moms, too, are far more likely to die as a result of their pregnancy.
Queens Village is an initiative of Cradle Cincinnati that was launched with the purpose of centering Black women's voices and creating a safe space for Black women to share experiences, relax and recharge.
Many partners have asked how they can support Cradle Cincinnati and Queens Village in the movement for health equity. The Stand for Queens Ally Campaign was developed in response to Black women sharing that they often feel unseen and unheard. This campaign is an opportunity for allies to elevate and amplify their voices.
You are a key ally in the pursuit to eliminate racial disparities in maternal and infant health. We cannot do this without you.
Our ask: Post on social media your support of the Stand for Queens Ally Campaign. See below for details.
Stand for Queens Ally Campaign
Follow these steps to be a part of the campaign:
- Post the Stand for Queens graphic.
- Include this caption or something similar: I take the pledge to Stand for Queens by respecting, honoring, trusting, caring and advocating for Black Women.
- Challenge five people to take the pledge with you.
- Tag @QueensVillageCincinnati on Facebook and Instagram and use the hashtags #standforqueens #becauseweloveher.
Example post:
I take the pledge to Stand for Queens! I will honor Black women by speaking up when no one else does. I challenge the following people (XX, XX, XX, XX, XX) to take the pledge with me. @QueensVillageCincinnati #standforqueens #becauseweloveher