Anna Malaika Tubbs
Author and advocate | Champion for mothers and maternal equity
About
Anna Malaika Tubbs is an author and advocate who has emerged as a powerful voice for mothers and maternal equity. She has delivered compelling presentations at TED conferences, including notable talks at both TED 2021 and TED 2022, where she explored the transformative impact of mothers on society and the world at large.
Through her speaking engagements, Tubbs examines how mothers shape global outcomes and addresses the critical role that Black mothers play in communities, while advocating for comprehensive support systems for all mothers. Her work highlights the intersection of motherhood, social justice, and systemic change, bringing attention to both the contributions and challenges faced by mothers across different communities.
Tubbs' presentations demonstrate her commitment to elevating maternal voices and creating meaningful dialogue around the support structures that mothers need to thrive and continue their world-shaping influence.
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The critical role of Black mothers -- and how to support all moms
Throughout US history, the stories of influential Black mothers have been purposefully obscured -- at a high cost to us all. Sociologist Anna Malaika Tubbs unmasks the lies and designs behind this strategic erasure and highlights the scientific, cultural and historical contributions of Black mothers. Listen in as she details how we can change the narrative to move forward. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.)
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