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How This Dallas Mom Is Helping Protect Black Mothers and Their Babies

Cessilye Spencer (Smith), founder of Abide Women's Health Services, discusses building a place of refuge for Black mothers in South Dallas — and why closing the gap in Black maternal and infant mortality drives her work every day.

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WFAA Local News

Neighbors Complain Discolored Water Is Flowing in Their South Dallas Homes

Cessilye Spencer (Smith) and other South Dallas residents speak out about persistent brown, sediment-filled water flowing from their taps — raising questions about aging infrastructure and prompting a call for accountability from the city.

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ABC NEWS National

With Abortion, Some Women Feel Like They're Stuck Between Arguments

As the Supreme Court took up Texas' SB8 abortion law, Cessilye Spencer (Smith) spoke with ABC News about founding Abide and navigating the "gray area" of the abortion debate — centering the conversation on maternal health disparities, support, and choice.

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BLOGS & OP-EDS

KEVINMD Health Policy · Op-Ed

Protecting Black Women's Maternal Health Is Urgent

In this byline piece, Cessilye R. Spencer (Smith) reflects on navigating the "gray" between pro-life activism and reproductive justice — arguing that bridging deep convictions, rather than digging into extremes, is what will ultimately save Black women's lives.

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SOJOURNERS Contributor

Cessilye Spencer (Smith) — Contributor Page & "Black and Brown Birthing Folk Matter"

Sojourners' contributor page for Cessilye R. Spencer (Smith), founder and CEO of Abide Women's Health Services, featuring her essay on the faith-rooted call behind Abide's mission to ensure Black and brown birthing people receive care that honors their lived experiences.

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