The Kenneth C. Frazier Award for Maternal Health Equity

In many countries, unacceptable maternal health outcomes persist. A long history of unequal access to health care, as well as the underlying social determinants of health, are key factors that contribute to these inequities.

Around the world, visionary leaders and community-based organizations are creating a path to a world where maternal health outcomes are improved and pregnancy and childbirth are safer. They are helping to create a world where prenatal visits, labor and delivery and postpartum encounters for the first year after childbirth contribute to healthier maternal health outcomes.

In 2021, we launched the Kenneth C. Frazier Award for Maternal Health Equity. This annual award was established in recognition of the legacy and commitment to maternal health by Kenneth C. Frazier, retired chairman and CEO. Every year, the grant award is bestowed upon one organization to celebrate its commitment to and progress toward quality maternal health care for all.


2025 Recipient

The 2025 recipient of the Kenneth C. Frazier Award for Maternal Health Equity is HERA Digital Health, an innovative organization advancing maternal health care by addressing critical and often overlooked needs through its intuitive and accessible mobile app. Through their digital health platform, HERA is making an immense impact by increasing access to prenatal care and childhood vaccinations for Syrian refugees in Türkiye under temporary protection.

“We are proud to have reached nearly 250,000 users so far, and, thanks to this award and MSD for Mothers’ support, we aim to expand our impact to 300,000 users in need throughout Türkiye.”

Past Award Recipients