Region 6 Perinatal Quality Collaborative
Genesee - Huron - Lapeer - Sanilac - Shiawassee - St. Clair - Tuscola
Putting Michigan's Babies First
"Perinatal" refers to the period of time, usually in weeks, leading up to and following birth. This is a crucial time for the baby and the baby's parents. Health concerns for pregnant people increase in this period of time, and providing quality perinatal care for both the baby and the pregnant individual is crucial to decreasing infant and maternal mortality rates.
Birth Equity Assessment
In fiscal year 2023, the Region 6 Perinatal Quality Collaborative worked with the Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI) to conduct a Birth Equity Assessment and develop a plan for birth equity action to address maternal infant health (MIH) disparities in the region.
How we learned:
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Administered a Birth Equity Capacity Survey to 23 Region 6 Perinatal Quality Collaborative members
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Conducted Focus Groups with 13 parents/caregivers from counties across the region
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Administered a Birth Equity System Assessment Survey to 69 professionals in the MIH field in Region 6
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Conducted an Environmental Scan of 130 organizations/agencies in the MIH field in the region
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You can learn more by downloading the assessment below.
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You can also join the R6 Birth Equity Action Teams with the link below!
Join R6 Community Meetings
Region 6 aims to develop a plan for birth equity action in the region.
In 2025, the R6 Perinatal Quality Collaborative will implement action plans to advance the 3 selected strategies in our region. These action teams meet monthly in addition to the collaborative.
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Join the collaborative to learn more!
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Feb 18, 2025: 10 AM to 12 PM
May 20, 2025: 10 AM to 12 PM
Aug 19, 2025: 10 AM to 12 PM
Nov 18, 2025: 10 AM to 12 PM
