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Council approves Black Maternal Health Week and backs U.N. recognition of trafficking/enslavement as a crime
Summary
Detroit City Council unanimously approved symbolic resolutions recognizing Black Maternal Health Week (April 11–17) and affirming the U.N. General Assembly's acknowledgement of trafficking/enslavement as a grave crime, and agreed to transmit copies to the mayor and federal representatives.
Detroit City Council passed two symbolic resolutions during Tuesday’s session.
First, the council recognized April 11–17 as Black Maternal Health Week, honoring organizers and reaffirming a commitment to improved maternal-health outcomes for Black families. Council members who sponsored the resolution noted its purpose is to deepen local awareness and support community…
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