Pregnant African American women seeking better futures for themselves and their unborn children often face challenges of maintaining emotional well-being, avoiding chemical abuse, and establishing healthy relationships. Murua (meaning “Respect” in Swahili) Moms Program helps women address these concerns.
Murua Moms program lays the foundation for a healthier future for American African pregnant women. Expectant mothers will be equipped with holistic skills that prioritize the wellness of both themselves and their unborn children. The comprehensive approach involves lectures, engaging activities, enlightening videos, and insights from guest speakers. The program offers intensive individual and group emotional support for mothers and fathers.
The program features a “Community-Wide Baby Shower”, a unique event that allows expectant fathers to gather essential items to welcome their newborns into the world.
The Murua Moms program is not just another support group. It’s a commitment to changing the narrative, one mom at a time, program organizers say.
Brakins Consulting and Psychological Services and the African American Child Wellness Institute (AACWI) said the Murua Moms Education and Support Group sessions are scheduled to take place on Saturdays, August 5th through October 7th, 2023. Brakins said several organizations have joined in creating this transformative support initiative. Supporters include University Research & Outreach Center, (UROC), Minneapolis Foundation, YWCA Foundation Grant Program, and the Minnesota Department of Human Services Cultural Ethnic Minority Infrastructure Grant (CEMIG) Program.
Murua Moms Education and Support Group sessions are 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon, at UROC (University Research Outreach Center), 2001 Plymouth Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411.
Light refreshments will be offered during these sessions, along with assistance with childcare and transportation.
To ensure personalized attention and quality engagement, participation is restricted to the first 15 moms. Registration closes July 30, 2023.
For more details, contact Shirlynn LaChapelle, 763-220-0617 or call African American Child Wellness Institute (AACWI) at 763-522-0100.