2026 SEMPQIC Black Maternal Health Equity Summit
About this Event
The Southeastern Michigan Perinatal Quality Improvement Coalition (SEMPQIC) is excited to host the upcoming Black Maternal Health Equity Summit on Thursday, September 24th, 2026, at Marygrove Conservancy - Madame Cadillac Building - located at 8425 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221. Doors will open at 8:00 AM.
The summit officially begins at 9:00 AM and concludes at 5:00 PM.
This year’s theme, “Beyond Survival: Where Mental Health Meets Maternal Equity" will bring together healthcare professionals, industry experts, and community leaders to discuss mental health challenges within the industry and community. Attendees can look forward to a day filled with inspiring guest speakers, a variety of vendors, and a dynamic program hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Paula Tutman.
By the end of the Summit, attendees will be able to:
-Describe how perinatal mental health disparities are impacted by root causes.
-Identify strategies to improve their personal mental health as providers.
-Identify community resources that support individual and community mental health.
-Increase awareness of the signs of perinatal mental health challenges.
Together, we will reconnect with the values, practices, and community-driven solutions that have empowered Black families for generations.
Tickets are $25.00 per attendee
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Check in & Breakfast
🕑: 09:00 AM
Welcome & Introduction to Yvanna Marlin - Guanga
Host: Paula Tutman, Host
🕑: 09:20 AM
Morning Plenary
Host: Dr Rose Moten, PhD, LP
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Advancing Perinatal Mental Health: Science, Data & Lived Experience
Host: Cynthia Taueg, DHA, MPH, BSN, Moderator
Info: This breakout session will explore what research, data, and real-life experiences are teaching us about perinatal mental health for mothers, fathers, families, and healthcare providers. Presenters will share current efforts and emerging findings, with a focus on how this knowledge can help strengthen support, improve care, and promote mental health equity in Black communities. Panelist for this session are: Reginald Day - PSI; Rosemary Adaji, M.S, PhD; Dr. Rhonda Daily, MD
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
AIM Perinatal Mental Health Bundle: Implementation Successes & Challenges
Host: Madonna Ladouceur, DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, EFM-C, Moderator
Info: Presentations from Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, and DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital regarding individual implementation of elements of the AIM Perinatal Mental Health Bundle within their institutions. Panelist for this session are: Stephanie Ingram, BSN, RN, C-EFM - Corewell Health Trenton Family Birth Center; Jennifer England, RN, ADN - Huron Valley DMC
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
From Awareness to Action: Connecting black families to perinatal mental health
Host: Gaylotta Murray, Moderator
Info: This workshop will create a shared understanding and awareness between families and providers for the often-closed issue of perinatal mental health and its impact in the Black community. Presenters will define the related health issues, discuss key treatment options, the importance of understanding what's available and referral options. Family members will have the opportunity to pose questions and discussions to help improve the delivery of services. Panelist for this session are: Monica Sholar Anderson, CHW - Remembering Cherubs; Alicia Chaulk - Harambe Care; Andre Ebron - Ebron & Associates; Vanessa Landrum, CNM, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C - Birth Detroit EMERGE; Rena Menke - MC3
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:35 PM
Lunch / Networking / Vendors
🕑: 12:45 PM
Advancing Perinatal Mental Health: Science, Data & Lived Experience
Host: Dr. Cynthia Taueg, DHA, MPH, BSN
Info: This breakout session will explore what research, data, and real-life experiences are teaching us about perinatal mental health for mothers, fathers, families, and healthcare providers. Presenters will share current efforts and emerging findings, with a focus on how this knowledge can help strengthen support, improve care, and promote mental health equity in Black communities. Panelist for this session are: Reginald Day - PSI; Rosemary Adaji, M.S, PhD; Dr. Rhonda Daily, MD
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
AIM Perinatal Mental Health Bundle: Implementation Successes & Challenges
Host: Madonna Ladouceur, DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, EFM-C
Info: Presentations from Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, and DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital regarding individual implementation of elements of the AIM Perinatal Mental Health Bundle within their institutions. Panelist for this session are: Stephanie Ingram, BSN, RN, C-EFM - Corewell Health Trenton Family Birth Center, Jennifer England, RN, ADN - Huron Valley DMC.
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
From Awareness to Action: Connecting black families to perinatal mental health
Host: Gaylotta Murray, Moderator
Info: This workshop will create a shared understanding and awareness between families and providers for the often-closed issue of perinatal mental health and its impact in the Black community. Presenters will define the related health issues, discuss key treatment options, the importance of understanding what's available and referral options. Family members will have the opportunity to pose questions and discussions to help improve the delivery of services. Panelist for this session are: Monica Sholar Anderson, CHW - Remembering Cherubs; Alicia Chaulk - Harambe Care; Andre Ebron - Ebron & Associates; Vanessa Landrum, CNM, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C - Birth Detroit EMERGE; Rena Menke - MC3
🕑: 02:30 PM
Afternoon Plenary
Host: Joy D. Calloway, MBA, MHSA
🕑: 03:20 PM - 04:00 PM
Awards Presentation & Giveaways
Host: Paula Tutman, Host
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Networking & Vendor Engagement
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 25.00
