Black Pearls Society FoundationRare · Brilliant · Exclusive
The Legacy of Black Women.
The Future of Equity.
A sisterhood of leaders, learners, and visionaries committed to strengthening all communities by centering the voices, experiences, and brilliance of Black women.
“This is not a service project. It’s a mandate passed down by Black women who shaped history with limited tools but unlimited vision.”
— Deena Hayes-Greene, Co-Founder
Advocacy
We make it happen
We don't just talk about change. As a think tank, we strategize, organize, and take action—using our voices, expertise, and influence to tackle racial inequities head-on.
Education
Pearl Papers
Research and writing on anti-racism interventions and the systems that shape Black women's lives.
Support
Fund the Work
Your gift powers our research, advocacy, and education—advancing racial equity in communities everywhere.
Coming Up
Upcoming Events
Black maternal and infant health conference scholarship
Maternal and Infant Health — 4th Annual Black Maternal and Infant Health Conference Join healthcare professionals, public health leaders, community advocates, policymakers, and changemakers for the 4th Annual Black Maternal and Infant Health Conference, Sacred Bodies, Broken Systems: Reimagining Black Maternal and Infant Health. This engaging program will explore persistent inequities affecting Black maternal and infant health while highlighting innovative approaches, community-driven solutions, and pathways toward health equity. Through inspiring presentations, meaningful dialogue, and shared learning, attendees will gain insight into current challenges and emerging strategies aimed at transforming systems of care, advancing health equity, and improving outcomes for Black mothers, infants, families, and communities. Virtual registration provides access to the conference's plenary sessions, including the opening keynote presentation, afternoon panel discussion, and closing session. Breakout sessions are available exclusively to in-person attendees and will not be livestreamed. Scholarship assistance is available. If needed, please contact mhayesbell23@gmail.com to request a scholarship.
From the Pearl Papers
Latest Writing
The Problem Isn't Access. The Problem Is the Water.
Black Pearls Society Hosts Call to Action to Protect Babies and Mothers
Characteristics of interventions that address racism in the united states and opportunities to integrate equity principles: a scoping review
DiPetrillo et al. Systematic Reviews (2024) 13:266 https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-024-02679-x RESEARCH Systematic Reviews Open Access Brooke DiPetrillo1* , Paris B. Adkins-Jackson2, Ruqaiijah Yearby3, Crys