California Maternal Health Strategic Plan (Year 3)

Developing and implementing a state-focused maternal health strategic plan is a core activity of all state maternal health innovation programs.

The plan helps the program team and collaborators carry out recommendations from the maternal mortality review committee and launch new interventions to address critical gaps in service delivery.

A view of the cover and some interior pages of the California MHI Year 3 strategic plan.

Your Voices Shaped the Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan (Year 3) was developed in 2025 with public comment and feedback. Every statement was reviewed and considered by the California MHI team.

As you read the Plan, please continue to share comments and feedback. Your voice is vital for ensuring the Plan is relevant for California.

What's Happening Now

The third year of the California MHI program began October 1, 2025.

The Maternal Health Task Force and Subcommittees are carrying out the Strategic Plan’s projects.