Given the recent bill up for a vote in Missouri that would ban abortions as early as 8 weeks and the Alabama decision, centering the needs and care of Black women, who are disproportionately impacted by such bills, is even more pressing. 



Hakima Tafunzi Payne (&#8220;Mama Hakima&#8221;) does just that. She birthed Uzazi Village as a place dedicated to health before, during and after pregnancy to address disparities in health. Mama Hakima has stepped up and stepped out for Black babies, mothers, and the broader community through the education and resources provided by the Village.&nbsp; Listen in on what’s going on inside and outside of Uzazi Village as a testament to how one person’s vision really can change the world. 



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Yes to Abortion Rights, and It’s Much Bigger Than That

Dr. Kira Banks, is a psychologist, professor, coach, consultant, author, wife and mother. She has been helping individuals and groups understand themselves, others and systems of oppression for over 25 years. She works across corporations, Hollywood, Broadway, non-profits, K-12 schools, colleges, and community organizations. Dr. Banks is known for making complex and controversial topics accessible and intergroup interactions understandable.