Hosted by Inland Empire Breastfeeding Coalition – IEBfC

Date: August 27, 2024

Time: 12:30 – 2 p.m. Pacific Time, via Zoom

Cost: Free or $10 for CERPs

Click here to register (on IEBFC’s home page)

Click here to view event flyer. 

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1. Describe the historical context of Black breastfeeding representation in traditional media and its evolution over time.
2. Analyze current portrayals of Black breastfeeding in mainstream media, identifying both positive and negative representations.
3. Understand how social media platforms contribute to shaping health behaviors and perceptions, particularly concerning Black breastfeeding.
4. Recognize the role of Black breastfeeding advocates and influencers on social media platforms.
5. Identify ways in which social media representation empowers and normalizes breastfeeding within the Black community.
6. Recognize the challenges posed by underrepresentation, stereotypes, and misinformation in both traditional and social media.

Continuing Education: 1.5 L CERPs/CEUs/1.0 BRN offered IBCLE CERP areas: Clinical Skills: Education & Communication and Public Health and Advocacy

Questions? Please contact the host at breastfeedingie@gmail.com or by phone 909-528-8964