
SUPPORT BLACK MOTHERS!
Black women in America continue to face serious disparities in maternal health during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Voice for Black Mothers is a youth-led initiative focused on educating communities about Black maternal health.
About Me
My name is Kendra Tetteh
I am a student, athlete, volunteer, and community advocate who believes young people can help create meaningful change.
My involvement in the NAACP and Black Student Union exposed me to conversations about racial inequality, healthcare disparities, and issues affecting Black communities. As I learned more about the maternal health challenges facing Black women, I realized this was an issue more people—especially young people—needed to understand.
I currently serve as President of my school's Black Student Union and Second Vice President of NAACP, where I help lead discussions around Black history, advocacy, social issues, and community awareness.
My interest in healthcare has also grown through my work as an inpatient aide volunteer, where I assist nurses, patients, and hospital staff. I am also expanding my exposure to medicine through physician shadowing.
Outside of advocacy and healthcare, I compete in varsity tennis and track and field and participate in community service through organizations including Key Club, Red Cross, and Urban Angels.
My academic recognitions include AP Scholar with Distinction, National Honor Society, California Scholarship Federation, and an ACT-SO poetry award.
Voice for Black Mothers brings these parts of my life together: healthcare, advocacy, leadership, education, and service.

Leadership
Turning Awareness Into Action

Black Student Union — President
As President of my school's Black Student Union, I help create an inclusive community where students can learn about Black history, culture, and current social issues.
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NAACP — Second Vice President
Through NAACP, I participate in discussions about social and political issues while helping promote advocacy, education, arts, and community connections.
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Advocacy Through Education
One of the biggest lessons I have learned is that people often care once they understand the issue.
After previous presentations on racial and social issues, I saw students reconsider their perspectives, ask questions, create educational materials, and commit to making changes.
Medical and Health Care Experiences

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Red Cross
Participate in education around blood donation and the importance of giving back. I have participated in blood drives and helped support efforts to encourage blood donation in my community.
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Physician Shadowing — Dr. Nii Aryee Tetteh
Through shadowing, I hope to better understand how physicians communicate with patients, evaluate medical concerns, make clinical decisions, and build trust with the people they care for.
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Inpatient Aide Volunteer
Volunteer as an inpatient aide, where I assist nurses, support patients, help with carts, and respond to calls within the hospital environment.
Activities
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Varsity Tennis
Competitive varsity tennis player with experience in doubles competition and multiple years of participation.
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Key Club
Community volunteer participating in service projects designed to support local needs.
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Track & Field
Varsity track athlete competing in the 400-meter event.
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Urban Angels
Volunteer helping prepare meals for people experiencing need in downtown San Diego.
PAST AND UPCOMING EVENTS

NAACP ACT-SO Convention (Chicago + North Carolina)July 2025, 2026Chicago and North Carolina
RISE ConferenceFebruary 2026Southwestern Community College
Community Volunteer & Animal DrivesOctober 2025Chula Vista Animal Services
Local Beach CleanupJuly 2026Mission Beach
Day at the Capitol — SacramentoApril 2026Capitol Avenue
ROAR Women of Color BreakfastFebruary 2026San Diego City College
MLK Parade WalkJanuary 2025, 2026Downtown San Diego
Voter Registration DriveNovember 2025Olympian High School
BLOGS

7 Things Everyone Should Know About Black Maternal Health
Black maternal health is not just a medical issue. It is an issue of awareness, communication, equity, and trust.
Download this free guide to learn the basics of Black maternal health and why these disparities deserve more attention.
Inside the Guide
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What Black maternal health means
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Why maternal health disparities matter
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Why postpartum care is important
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How bias can affect healthcare experiences
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Why listening to Black mothers matters
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How students can become advocates
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Simple ways to start conversations in your school or community
Let's Start a Conversation
Are you a student, parent, educator, healthcare professional, community leader, or mother who would like to support the mission?
We would love to hear from you.
Reach out if you would like to:
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Collaborate on an event.
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Invite Kendra to speak.
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Share a maternal health story.
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Participate as a healthcare expert.
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Support a school awareness program.
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Partner with Voice for Black Mothers.
Email: kndrttth@gmail.com










