Miriam Zoila Pérez

Miriam Zoila Pérez has dedicated her work to examining the critical intersection of race and reproductive health, particularly focusing on how systemic racism affects pregnant women and maternal outcomes. Her groundbreaking TED Talk in 2016, "How racism harms pregnant women - and what can help," brought national attention to the devastating impact of racial bias and discrimination on maternal health outcomes in the United States.

Through her advocacy and research, Pérez has illuminated how structural inequalities and implicit bias within healthcare systems contribute to disproportionately poor health outcomes for women of color during pregnancy and childbirth. Her work addresses both the immediate medical consequences and the broader social determinants that create these health disparities.

By presenting evidence-based solutions and calling for systemic change, she has become a vital voice in the movement to improve maternal health equity and ensure that all women receive quality care regardless of their race or ethnicity.