$750K for Jail Moms: New Kit Aids Incarcerated Pregnancies
Published Date: 9/29/2026
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In 2026, the government gave $750,000 to JSI Research & Training Institute to create a special resource kit for people who care for pregnant and new moms in jail. This kit will help healthcare and correctional staff provide better support for incarcerated women during pregnancy and after birth. The project runs from June 2026 to February 2027 and aims to improve care for a vulnerable group.
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Resource Kit to Improve Care for Incarcerated Mothers
The Health Resources and Services Administration awarded $750,000 to JSI Research & Training Institute to develop a Care for Incarcerated Pregnant and Postpartum Women Resource Kit. The project runs from June 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, and the kit will provide best practices, resources, and planning materials for healthcare and correctional staff to support pregnant, birthing, and postpartum women who are incarcerated.
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