Once Upon A Preemie, Inc. 3RD ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Black Maternal Health and Neonatal Equity Conference:
Advancing the Solutions and Bridging the Gap
November 18th, 2024 | 8:00am-4:00pm EST
LOCATION: The Study at University City
20 S. 33rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
About the Conference
Join Once Upon A Preemie, Inc. for a two-day, in-person conference dedicated to supporting Black birthing mothers, infants, and families. Day 1 features our pre-conference mixer and fundraiser—Party for Preemies—an evening of cocktails, dancing, silent auctions, entertainment, and networking. On Day 2, we will host the Black Maternal Health and Neonatal Equity Conference: Advancing Solutions and Bridging the Gap, empowering healthcare professionals and parent advocates to address health disparities and center the voices, experiences, and solutions of Black birthing and preemie families. This conference is held in partnership with the Perinatal Advisory Council: Leadership, Advocacy, And Consultation (PAC/LAC) and offers continuing education credits for healthcare professionals.
Who is the Conference for?
We welcome all who are invested in driving equitable solutions in Black Maternal Health and Neonatal Equity.
Those who participate in the Black Maternal Health and Neonatal Equity Conference will:
- Deepen their understanding of the prenatal and neonatal experiences for Black birthing and preemie families.
- Gain insight into the professional experiences of Black perinatal and neonatal nurses.
- Explore the role of Black fathers in the Black Maternal Health and Neonatal Equity movement.
- Understand the lived experiences of Black Maternal Health Movement builders in protecting and preserving the lives of Black mothers and babies.
- Introduce respectful care as a tool for systems accountability and bridge building between patients and providers.
- Gain actionable skills to drive culturally appropriate perinatal and neonatal care to improve quality, equity, safety, and family-centered care
Schedule At A Glance
Monday, November 18th, 2024
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
8:00–11:00am Welcome Remarks, Morning Panel Presentations
11:00–12:00pm Networking Lunch, Sponsors Only Luncheon
12:00–1:00pm Keynote Address
1:00–2:00pm Skill Building Breakout Workshops
2:00–3:00pm Fireside Chat
3:00–3:45pm Motivational Moment
3:45–4:00pm Closing Remarks & Call to Action
4:00pm Adjourn
This year's conference will feature three skill-building breakout workshops, focusing on practice-based solutions created by parents, practitioners, and advocates:
- Advocacy Training
- Dads In the Movement
- Building Neonatal Equity
Fees & Lodging
November 17th - Party for Preemies
Pre-Conference Mixer Fees:
Early Bird: $80
Regular: $100
November 18th - 3rd Annual Conference
Conference fees:
Early Bird: $295
Regular: $350
Group Rate: (4 People): $1,300
Student: $50
Bundle Rates:
Early Bird Pre-Conference Mixer + Conference: $ 375
Individual: Pre-Conference Mixer + Conference: $450
Group of 4: Pre-Conference Group Mixer + Group Conference: $ 1,600
Exhibitor Fees:
Non-Profit: $250
For Profit: $2,000
Electronic Ad Placement:
¼ Page (4.25 x 5.5): $250
½ Page (5.5 x 8.5): $500
Full Page (8.5 x 11): $750
Registrations Fees
Registration fees include breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks, and continuing education credits (if requested).
Please Note: Registration fees are non-refundable but can be transferred.
Lodging Information
Consider staying at our partner hotel or a nearby location. Use the links below for more information.
Partner Hotel: To reserve a room at The Study using the Once Upon A Preemie Room Block, please use this link. Please make reservations by October 27, 2024.
Nearby Hotels:
Continuing Education Credits
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the California Medical Association (CMA) through the joint providership of PAC/LAC and Once Upon A Preemie, Inc. PAC/LAC is accredited by the CMA to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
PAC/LAC is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5862.
PAC/LAC is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs and LCSWs. PAC/LAC maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.
PAC/LAC is a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
FAQs
Exhibitors & Ad Placement
We invite organizations supporting Black Maternal Health, Neonatal Care, and Health Equity to place electronic ads in our digital program. We also welcome organizations to exhibit at our conference. Space is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis until October 17, 2024.
Electronic Ads
Ads will be featured in our digital program, accessible for viewing during the conference.
Electronic Ad Placement:
¼ Page (4.25 x 5.5): $250
½ Page (5.5 x 8.5): $500
Full Page (8.5 x 11): $750
Exhibitor Fees
Non-Profit: $250
For Profit: $2,000