Jardines de Espacios: Picturing the Latino/e Perinatal Journey in Dane County

media release: Jardines de Espacios is a  community-based photovoice project and the first Latina-to-Latina exhibit centered on perinatal experiences, created through a decolonizing process led by immigrant Latina, Latina, and Indigenous women, alongside mothers and providers.

In Dane County, Latina birthing people face the lowest postpartum visit attendance of any group, and preterm birth rates among Latino babies have risen sharply. Their photos and stories are an act of resistance, built to spark awareness and action. We'll be hosting a series of events from September 12 to September 19 across Dane County.

We would love for you to join us. Whether you come to one event or all of them, your presence helps build the awareness and collective action this work calls for. See below to the full lineup, and please share with anyone in your networks who might want to be there too.

Opening Reception

Saturday, September 12, 1-5 PM (team talk 2 PM), Art House 360 · 401 West Verona Ave, Verona 53593. Childcare provided, but registration is required to ensure appropriate support.

Community Conversation — UW–Madison School of Medicine & Public Health

Thursday, September 17, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM (registration 8:00–8:30 AM), Health Sciences Learning Center, Rooms 1220–1222 · virtual option and interpretation available. Registration required by 9/10:  Register here.

This convening explores how community-led research and photo narratives can drive systemic change in Latina and Indigenous maternal care.

Live interpretation between English and Spanish will be available throughout the program.

Nourishing refreshments will be provided.

Closing Event

Saturday, September 19, noon–4 PM (team talk 1 PM), Art House 360 · 401 West Verona Ave, Verona 53593. Childcare provided, but registration is required for ensure appropriate support.

Visit our website with the details on all the events of the week: jardines.roots4change.coop