REVISED: Cumberland County to Host Women’s Health Summit Focused on Maternal, Infant and Women’s Health

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Cumberland County will host the Women’s Health Summit: Elevating Maternal, Infant and General Care on Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Cumberland County Department of Social Services (DSS). The summit will be hosted by Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Vice Chair Veronica Jones.

The event will take place in the first-floor conference rooms of the Cumberland County DSS building, located at 1225 Ramsey St., Fayetteville.

The Women’s Health Summit is designed to bring together healthcare providers, community organizations, advocates and residents to strengthen collaboration, improve communication across Cumberland County’s women’s health network, and increase awareness of resources available to women, mothers, infants and families.

The health of women is the foundation of healthy families and thriving communities from preventive care and mental health to maternal and infant care. Every woman should have access to the services, information and support she needs to live a healthy life. “Together, we can all make a positive difference through partnership, education, and quality healthcare,” said Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Vice Chair Veronica Jones.

Community members, expectant parents, caregivers and healthcare professionals are encouraged to attend.

Attendees will hear from local and regional experts during five panel discussions covering:

• Mental Health and Women’s General Health

• Maternal and Infant Health

• Healthcare Policy and Systemic Change

• Baby-Friendly Initiatives

• County and North Carolina Resources

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, Aug. 18

Time: 1–4 p.m.

Location: Cumberland County Department of Social Services, 1225 Ramsey St., Fayetteville

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996117899371?aff=oddtdtcreator

Participating Organizations

Representatives from the following organizations and agencies are expected to participate:

• Alliance Health

• Cape Fear Valley Health System

• Central Carolina Doulas

• CommuniCare

• Cumberland County Breastfeeding Coalition

• Cumberland County Department of Public Health

• Cumberland County Department of Social Services and DSS Care Center

• Cumberland County Public Library

• Divine Doula Goddess

• FirstHealth of the Carolinas

• Juvenile Crime Prevention Council

• MomsRising

• Momma’s Village

• Partnership for Children of Cumberland County

• Second Chance Counseling Services

• SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective

• UNC Health Project

The Women’s Health Summit reflects Cumberland County’s ongoing commitment to improving health outcomes, expanding access to information and services, and fostering partnerships that support the well-being of women, children and families throughout the community.

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