Our Vision

Our vision is to be a voice for the voiceless and put an end to the maternal mortality crisis.

Our Mission

Our mission is to fight for improved maternal outcomes through advocacy and coalition building, educate the public about the impact of maternal mortality in communities, provide peer support to victim’s families, and promote the idea that maternal mortality should be viewed, and discussed as a human rights issue.

Our Story

In 2016, our founder, Charles Johnson, lost his wife Kira, during a routine C-section at Cedar Sinai hospital in Los Angeles, California. He founded 4Kira4Moms in 2017 as a response to his experience, to be a voice for other mothers and families facing unnecessary maternal loss, and putting an end to the maternal mortality health crisis. Black women are disproportionately affected by this epidemic, where they are 3x more likely to die from pregnancy than white women. Implicit bias, access to healthcare, and a number of other factors highlight the need for legislation, support for community-based organizations focused on Black maternal health, and access to care, information, and resources for all underserved and disproportionately affected communities.

Our Impact

Since our inception, our founder has testified twice before Congress where 4Kira4Moms advocated in support of key legislation including, the Preventing Maternal Death Act of 2018, the Protecting Moms Who Served Act of 2021, and the California Momnibus. We are currently advocating on behalf of all mothers, families, and babies to pass the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021, an unprecedented set of bills addressing every aspect of the maternal health crisis happening in America.

2018

Founded the Organization

2019

Helped Pass Key Legislation: Preventing Maternal Death Act of 2018

2021

Helped Pass Key Legislation: Protecting Moms Who Served Act of 2021

2022

Helped Pass Key Legislation: California Momnibus 2022

2022

Helping Pass Key Legislation: Currently working with Congress to pass the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021, an unprecedented set of bills addressing every aspect of the maternal health crisis happening in America.

2023

Inauguration of Black Maternal Health Block Party

2024

Launch of 4Kira4Dads Paternal Centers of Excellence

Meet Our Founder

Charles Johnson has dedicated his life to the pursuit of what his own family failed to receive – safe, respectful, & equitable maternal health outcomes in America. His passion for systemic change is driven by his love for his wife, Kira, who passed away following the birth of their second child.

Meet Our Team

Gabrielle “Gabby” Albert
Executive Director

We are thrilled to announce that Gabrielle “Gabby” Albert has joined 4Kira4Moms as our Executive Director. Gabby brings over 20 years of unparalleled corporate experience as a results-oriented organizational leader and strategic corporate executive. Paired with her dedication to service as our current Board Vice Chair & Secretary. Gabby embodies 4Kira4Moms mission to eradicate maternal mortality with her unique blend of passion and achievement.

Passionately to the Point

Gabby’s career is defined by her “Passionately to the Point” approach. As a thought leader and strategic sourcing executive, she has made significant contributions at prestigious companies such as Procter & Gamble, The Kellogg Company, Bacardi, Hilton, and Kimberly-Clark. Her global leadership roles have spanned strategic sourcing, sales, marketing, P&L management, and research & development, showcasing her versatility and commitment to achieving outstanding results.

Meet Our Board

Charles Johnson
Founder & Board Chair

Gabrielle “Gabby” Albert
Executive Director, Maternal Health Care Advocate/Nonprofit Leadership/ DE&I Champion/Former Global Corporate Executive- Strategic Sourcing, Marketing, Sales, R&D