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The ARIAH Foundation was created in 2019 in response to the loss of Shamony Makeba Gibson who passed away due to complications associated with giving birth.

ARIAH utilizes art & healing as conduits for the prevention of reproductive trauma, loss & death

08/17/2026

Across the world, communities have long understood that reproductive wellness is about more than clinical care—it’s also about culture, connection, and community. Through our Global Exchange Project, we’re honored to learn alongside Bumi Sehat in Bali, Indonesia, whose model of maternal care integrates prenatal and postpartum services, breastfeeding support, nutrition, and culturally rooted healing practices with evidence-based medicine. Their approach demonstrates that respecting tradition and advancing quality healthcare can go hand in hand.

As we continue this global exchange, we’re exploring how shared knowledge can strengthen maternal health, reproductive justice, and birth equity across communities.

Healing has always been collective. When we learn from one another, we build a healthier future for families everywhere.

08/17/2026

You don’t have to carry it alone.

Remembering You, Remembering Us is a virtual support space for people who have been directly or indirectly impacted by adverse maternal and reproductive health outcomes, including those navigating grief, loss, remembrance, and the ongoing journey of living with what has changed.

Whether the experience happened to you, someone you love, or someone you have supported or cared for, there is space for you here.

Come as you are. Bring your memories, your questions, your tears, your laughter, your silence, and your whole self.

There is no “right” way to grieve. There is simply the invitation to be witnessed, supported, and held in community.

Join us for Remembering You, Remembering Us Virtual Support Group.

REGISTER TODAY FOR ONE OF THE UPCOMING SESSIONS (Link in Bio 👆)

08/12/2026

Join us for an evening of remembrance, celebration, storytelling, and collective action as we honor the lives and legacies of mothers while raising critical resources to advance maternal health justice.
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Thursday, August 27 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Night In Her Honor: The Gala
Detroit vs Everybody Flagship Store
Link in BIO

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Friday, August 28 | Public Exhibition Day | 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Mothering Justice National Movement Home 1948 Division Street, Suite 101 - Detroit MI 48207 Link in BIO

The In Her Honor exhibition is now open to the public, inviting the Detroit community to experience the portraits and stories of mothers whose lives and legacies are at the heart of this movement.

In Her Honor is about more than how these women died. It is about how they lived, who they loved, what they created, and what their lives call us to change. Through portraiture, storytelling, film, healing, and community action, we honor mothers and birthing people lost to preventable maternal complications while standing alongside the families who carry their legacies.

As we open this exhibit, we’re also working to raise $200,000 to expand the In Her Honor national tour, support healing spaces, community education, advocacy, and partnerships that advance maternal health equity.

How you can help:

* Visit the exhibit in Detroit.
* Share this invitation with your community.
* Invite others to join the conversation.
* Invest in our $200,000 campaign.
* Connect us with organizations, funders, and partners who can help grow this movement.

Together, we can build a future where every mother and birthing person is seen, valued, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive. We hope to see you in Detroit.

08/10/2026

Community care isn’t just something we do—it’s how we build healthier relationships together.

Every ride to an appointment, every listening ear, and every act of compassion reminds someone that they don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone.

Together, we can create spaces where families & partners feel supported, parents feel seen, and communities thrive.

💜 What does community care look like to you? Share your thoughts below.

08/03/2026

Maternal health isn’t just about doctor’s appointments—it’s about having access to the right information, support, and community every step of the journey.

Whether you’re expecting, postpartum, supporting a loved one, or simply want to be informed, these five organizations offer valuable resources that can help families navigate pregnancy, birth, and recovery with confidence.

Every family deserves access to compassionate care, trusted information, and people who will advocate alongside them.

💜 Which resource have you used or would you recommend? Let us know in the comments.

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07/29/2026

We’re currently in Bali—learning, listening, and soaking up knowledge from incredible leaders, advocates, and changemakers. Every conversation is deepening our commitment to advancing maternal health and birth equity. We can’t wait to bring these insights, resources, and inspiration back to our community. Stay tuned. 💛🌏

07/26/2026

Day 7 of National Postpartum Awareness Week brought our community together for a powerful conversation on intergenerational leadership and the future of postpartum care.

Together, we reflected on what it means to honor storytelling as sacred knowledge, confront the realities of inequitable maternal health outcomes, and reclaim community-centered care rooted in culture, justice, and collective responsibility.
This wasn’t simply the final event of the week—it was a call to action. Participants gathered in a Ritual of Collective Commitment, affirming that the future of postpartum care belongs to all of us: birthworkers, elders, parents, young leaders, advocates, healthcare providers, and community members working side by side to create lasting change.

To everyone who joined us, shared your wisdom, and committed to carrying this work beyond Postpartum Awareness Week—thank you.

07/14/2026

💛 This Saturday | July 18
🕙 10:00–11:00 AM EST

Give yourself the space to be heard, held, and supported. 🤍

If you or someone you love has experienced fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, infant loss, postpartum complications, maternal morbidity, or other pregnancy-related experiences, know that you don’t have to carry it alone. 🫂

Remembering You, Remembering Us is a FREE virtual support group that offers a compassionate, confidential space for reflection, connection, and healing. 🌿✨

Led by healer and reproductive justice advocate Shawnee Benson Gibson, each gathering centers community care, remembrance, and the healing power of shared experiences. 💐

No matter where you are in your journey, your story is welcome, your feelings are valid, and you deserve support. ❤️

Join us this Saturday and be part of a community that honors your experience and reminds you that healing doesn’t have to happen alone.

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/RYRU26

07/13/2026

Healthy pregnancies and positive birth outcomes are strengthened when families have access to the right support—and that includes fathers.

This week, we’re highlighting three incredible resources designed to educate, empower, and equip expecting parents:

🏈 Dad’s Game Plan by Andre Nelson – Practical guidance to help fathers confidently support their partners throughout pregnancy and beyond.

📱 4Kira4Dads – A free app providing pregnancy milestones, fatherhood resources, wellness tools, community support, and AI-powered guidance for expecting dads.

📚 Empowered Motherhood: Essential Guide to Thriving During Pregnancy and Beyond – A valuable resource offering insight and encouragement for navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood.

Every informed parent strengthens a family. Every supported family strengthens a community.

Save this post for later and share it with an expecting parent, partner, or someone preparing for fatherhood. Together, we can build healthier futures for mothers, babies, and families.

🔗 Click the link in our bio for more maternal health resources and ways to take action.

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