How to Use the Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon

How to Use the Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon

The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon is a public awareness symbol created by Nysheva-Starr in 2024 to raise global awareness of Black Maternal Health and disparities affecting Black mothers and birthing families.

This guide provides recommendations for organizations, institutions, and advocates on how to appropriately and effectively use the ribbon in campaigns, communications, and public engagement.

Purpose of the Ribbon

The ribbon is intended to:

  • Increase visibility of Black Maternal Health issues
  • Support advocacy and education
  • Promote awareness during campaigns, events, and observances
  • Serve as a unifying visual symbol across communities and organizations

When to Use the Ribbon

The ribbon may be used in:

  • Black Maternal Health Week campaigns
  • Public health initiatives
  • Educational materials and presentations
  • Social media awareness campaigns
  • Community events and programs
  • Research, policy, and advocacy communications

How Organizations Can Use the Ribbon

Organizations may incorporate the ribbon into:

  • Websites and landing pages
  • Social media graphics and posts
  • Flyers, posters, and brochures
  • Event materials and signage
  • Email campaigns and newsletters
  • Reports, presentations, and publications

Social Media Use

For social media, organizations are encouraged to:

  • Use the social media ribbon with text overlay for awareness posts
  • Include clear messaging about Black Maternal Health
  • Use consistent hashtags to increase visibility

Suggested hashtags:
#BlackMaternalHealth
#BlackMaternalHealthRibbon
#MaternalHealthEquity

Attribution

When using the ribbon in publications, campaigns, or public materials, please acknowledge:

“The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon, created by Nysheva-Starr.”

Public Use Statement

The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon is a public awareness symbol and may be freely used to promote awareness and advocacy for Black Maternal Health.

Download the Ribbon

Download the official ribbon files here:
👉 https://blackmaternalhealthribbon.com/pages/download-black-maternal-health-ribbon

### Additional Resources

**Press & Media**  
View official descriptions and citation:  

https://blackmaternalhealthribbon.com/pages/press-media-black-maternal-health-awareness-ribbon

Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon

The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon is a public awareness symbol created to raise global awareness of Black Maternal Health and disparities affecting Black mothers and birthing families.

Creator Attribution

The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon was created by Nysheva-Starr in 2024 to raise global awareness of Black Maternal Health and the urgent need to address disparities affecting Black mothers and birthing families.

The ribbon was first publicly published on blackmaternalhealthribbon.com in 2025.

Public Use Statement

The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon is a public awareness symbol and may be freely used to promote awareness and advocacy for Black Maternal Health.

Download the Official Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon

  • Web Version (PNG)

    Best for:

    • websites
    • social media
    • presentations
    • flyers

    Features:

    • transparent background
    • high resolution
    • easy to place on any background
    Download PNG 

  • Print Version (High Resolution)

    Best for:

    • posters
    • brochures
    • conference materials
    • banners

    Features:

    • very high resolution (300 DPI equivalent)
    • optimized for printing
    Download High-Res PNG 

  • Vector Version (SVG)

    Best for:

    • graphic designers
    • large banners
    • merchandise
    • scaling to any size without losing quality

    Features:

    • infinitely scalable
    • professional design format
    • smallest file size
    Download SVG 

  • White Background Version

    Best for:

    • dark backgrounds
    • slides with dark backgrounds
    • presentations
    Download PNG 

  • Social Media Version (1080 × 1080)

    Best for:

    • X
    • Facebook
    • LinkedIn
    • Designers
    • Clean Visuals
    • People who want Flexibility
    Download Social Media Image 

  • Social Media (With Text)

    Best for:

    • Instagram posts
    • Tiktok posts
    • Quick Sharing
    • People who Don't want to Write Captions
    Download & Share 
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Share the Ribbon

Help raise global awareness of Black Maternal Health by sharing the ribbon.

Sharing on Instagram or TikTok?

Download the social media ribbon and upload it directly when posting.

Suggested caption:
The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon
Created by Nysheva-Starr
blackmaternalhealthribbon.com

Suggested hashtags:
#BlackMaternalHealth #BlackMaternalHealthRibbon #MaternalHealthEquity

How-to-Use the Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon and Press & Media Access

**How to Use the Ribbon**  
View guidelines for organizations and advocates:  
https://blackmaternalhealthribbon.com/pages/how-to-use-the-black-maternal-health-awareness-ribbon


**Press & Media**  
View official descriptions, attribution, and citation:  https://blackmaternalhealthribbon.com/pages/press-media-black-maternal-health-awareness-ribbon


Shop the Ribbon

The Black Maternal Health Ribbon is more than a symbol—it is a call to awareness, advocacy, and action. This page highlights shops intentionally using the ribbon to amplify visibility and support the movement.

Featured Shops

These shops are intentionally using the Black Maternal Health Ribbon to support awareness and advocacy.

Official Partners

  • Black Maternal Health Medical Wearables

    Black Maternal Health Medical Wearables focuses on integrating awareness into health-centered products, reinforcing the connection between advocacy, care, and innovation in maternal health.

    Visit Store 

  • BMH for BLK Men

    Black Maternal Health for Black Men centers the role of Black Men in supporting, protecting, and advocating for Black Maternal Health. Through intentional products and messaging, this shop reinforces community responsibility, awareness, and active engagement.

    Coming Soon 

Community Supporters

  • Black Maternal Health Gear

    Black Maternal Health Gear offers purpose-driven apparel and merchandise designed to increase visibility and awareness around Black Maternal Health. Each piece helps carry the message of advocacy into everyday spaces.

    Visit Store 

  • Black Maternal Health Babies

    Black Maternal Health Babies centers awareness from the earliest stages of life, offering products that highlight the importance of protecting and uplifting Black mothers and their children.

    Visit Store 

  • Black Maternal Fit

    Black Maternal Fit blends wellness and awareness, offering products that support both physical health and visibility for Black Maternal Health through intentional design and messaging.

    Visit Store 

Submit Your Brand

If you are using the Black Maternal Health Ribbon in alignment with awareness and advocacy, you are invited to submit your shop for consideration.

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Suggested Attribution

When referencing or using the ribbon in publications, campaigns, educational materials, or media, please acknowledge:

“The Black Maternal Health Awareness Ribbon, created by Nysheva-Starr.”

Copy and paste this attribution when using the ribbon:

The ribbon is a public awareness symbol and may be freely used to promote Black Maternal Health advocacy and education.