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Protecting Ohio’s Children: How You Can Help Prevent Child Abuse
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Learn the signs of abuse and how Ohio’s Children’s Advocacy Centers support victims. #ItsYourBusiness
Mar 31


Understanding Pregnancy-Related Deaths in Ohio
Ohio’s 2020 PAMR report reveals that 66% of pregnancy-related deaths were preventable. Learn why action is needed to save lives.
Mar 26


Groundwork Ohio & CareSource Release “Threads of Hope” Report: Centering the Voices of Black Women in Maternal and Infant Health
Today, Groundwork Ohio released its highly anticipated Threads of Hope report, a comprehensive analysis of maternal & infant health in Ohio.
Mar 18


Addressing Maternal Mortality in Ohio: A Critical Need for Targeted Solutions
Ohio’s maternal mortality crisis is preventable. Learn how systemic change, home visits & policy reform can save lives. #MaternalHealth
Mar 18


Advancing Home Visiting in Ohio: Key Lessons from the National Summit
Collaboration, family-centered care, & funding are key to strengthening home visiting in Ohio. Learn takeaways from the national summit.
Feb 25


Breaking the Silence: Advocating for Stillbirth Prevention in Ohio
Ohio must do more to prevent stillbirths. Learn how HB4 seeks to raise awareness & drive change for families affected by this tragedy.
Feb 12


Honoring Mothers and Advancing Maternal Health: Join the Mission on Maternal Health Awareness Day
Reflect, engage, and act this Maternal Health Awareness Day. Join Ohio’s mission to make maternal care safer and more equitable for all.
Jan 23


House Bill 7: A Milestone for Ohio’s Youngest Children and Families
A transformative step for Ohio’s children: Learn how House Bill 7 supports early childhood mental health, Medicaid stability, and more.
Jan 9


Building Strong Foundations: Advancing Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health in Ohio
Sub HB 7 advances care for young children by improving mental health diagnostics, home visiting, and interagency collaboration in Ohio.
Dec 17, 2024


Countdown to Impact: Advocating for Ohio’s Youngest During Lame Duck Session
Advocacy heats up during Ohio’s lame duck session as bills on child care, maternal health, and early education seek final passage.
Dec 11, 2024


Guadalupe Bright's Story: Trapped by Waitlists
The lack of access to timely health care services and the inability to find quality child care has made it nearly impossible for me to work a traditional job.
Dec 10, 2024


Advocating for Awareness: Groundwork Ohio Supports Senate Bill 207 for Stillbirth Prevention
Groundwork Ohio supports SB207 to designate Stillbirth Prevention Day, raising awareness and advancing solutions for Ohio families.
Nov 21, 2024


Disparities in Child Care for Children with Disabilities
Ohio families of children with disabilities face systemic barriers to care, from navigating subsidies to finding inclusive, quality provider
Nov 21, 2024


From Infant Mortality Awareness to Action
Infant mortality is more than a medical issue; it's a reflection of social, economic, and environmental factors affecting the community.
Oct 8, 2024


Op-ed: Amping up efforts on Ohio's infant mortality challenge
By Shannon Jones, Senior Advisor , Groundwork Ohio Charleta B. Tavares, CEO, PrimaryOne Health Follow Shannon on X/Twitter and LinkedIn...
Sep 16, 2024


2024 Cross Sites Conference: Transforming the Child Welfare Experience through Safe Babies Programming
By Caitlin Feldman, Policy Director, Groundwork Ohio Follow Caitlin on LinkedIn Safe Babies , a program of ZERO TO THREE , hosted its...
Sep 5, 2024


Asthma Disparities for Black Children in Ohio
In 2021, nearly six percent of Ohio children were reported as having asthma. But this statistic contains stark inequities. In that year,...
Jul 29, 2024


Recognizing Black Maternal Mental Health Week
By Caitlin Feldman, Policy Director Follow Caitlin on LinkedIn This week, July 19–25th, we recognize Black Maternal Mental Health...
Jul 24, 2024


Announcing the Maternal and Infant Health Panel at the Cincinnati Roadshow
By: Kezia Ofosu Atta, Policy Manager , Groundwork Ohio Follow Kezia on LinkedIn Between 2018-2021, 5.8 percent of moms in Ohio...
Jun 19, 2024


Ohio Department of Children and Youth Update
The Ohio Department of Children and Youth held its bimonthly partner call in late May. As one of the initiatives we advocated for in the...
Jun 5, 2024
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