Advocacy:

The NASPOG Advocacy Committee is dedicated to improving mental health care accessibility and quality for obstetric and gynecologic patients throughout their lives. We collaborate with local, national, and international organizations to expand our impact and develop effective advocacy strategies. Our efforts focus on interprofessional collaboration, education, and outreach to raise awareness and support for key issues affecting our patients. By promoting innovative research, policy development, and community initiatives, we aim to enhance patient care and foster a more comprehensive approach to mental health in obstetrics and gynecology.

Equity Taskforce:

The Equity Taskforce is committed to enhancing a culture of inclusivity, accessibility, responsibility, and diversity within and beyond our Society. We strive to promote the health and well-being of women and individuals across the gender spectrum during times of reproductive transition. This Taskforce will work to create programming for our membership that will recognize, confront and dismantle structures that perpetuate inequity. Collectively, we aim to:

Recognize: Enhance understanding of the lived experiences of historically minoritized individuals and how to foster change within oppressive systems (e.g., through the NASPOG Book Club)

Connect: Engage with one another via small groups and workshop-based formats to identify how to best advance the Society’s DEIA mission

Dismantle: Partner with Advocacy Committee, national and community-based organizations to advocate for policies and practices that ensure equitable care for all individuals

Call to membership: please contact Equity Taskforce Chair, Sammy Dhaliwal, PhD, MSc, at sammy.dhaliwal@pennmedicine.upenn.edu to join the Committee. We would love to have you at our table!

Scientific Program Committee:

We’re excited to introduce the Scientific Education Committee at NASPOG. This committee is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and fostering educational opportunities for our members. Through workshops, resources, and collaborations with experts, they aim to promote continuous learning and innovation in our field. We encourage all members to engage and take advantage of these educational initiatives. We are currently working on creating a NASPOG YouTube channel with videos on a variety of women’s mental health topics. Some ideas that we’ve come up with include weight stigma, substance use, disability, menarche and adolescent mood disorders, and dads/partner support in the perinatal period. For more information or to get involved, please contact NASPOG Office. And if you don’t have the bandwidth to get involved with the committee, but have a great topic or speaker that we should include, please contact the  NASPOG office.

Social Media Committee:

The NASPOG Social Media Committee is focused on enhancing our online presence to engage, educate, and inform our community about key issues in obstetrics, gynecology, and mental health care. We use social media platforms to share valuable resources, highlight innovative research, and promote events that foster professional growth and collaboration. Our goal is to create a dynamic online community where members can stay updated, connect with peers, and advocate for improved patient care. By leveraging digital tools and strategies, we aim to broaden our reach and impact, making a difference in the lives of patients and healthcare professionals alike.

Newsletters Committee:

The NASPOG Newsletter Committee keeps our community informed with updates on key topics in obstetrics, gynecology, and mental health care. Our newsletters provide the latest research, policy news, educational opportunities, and event information. We aim to deliver valuable content that supports professional development and fosters a well-connected community dedicated to improving patient care. We’re also excited to introduce new features like Clinical Dilemma and Member of the Quarter, which will be added to our website blog for easy future reference and to enrich our content further.

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