Birth From The Earth

Birth from the Earth (Katy Walker Mejia, 2023) - This short documentary features midwife and educator, Nubia Earth Martin, as she seeks to empower BIPOC mothers and families to be able to safely give birth, as their ancestors once did, through her non-profit, Birth From the Earth. Up against  the backdrop of a broken medical system, Birth From the Earth follows Nubias journey as a visionary leader in the Birth Justice movement, tirelessly working to create more opportunities and make home birth safe, sacred, and accessible to those who need it the most. 16 min. Post-screening discussion with Nubia Earth Martin and Louisiana birth workers.