AFE Foundation
Our Mission and Values
The Amniotic Fluid Embolism Foundation, a non-profit organization founded in 2008, quickly united the voices of families, survivors, medical professionals and researchers to call for greater awareness and resources to reduce the threat of amniotic fluid embolism (AFE). Our collective efforts have resulted in an internationally recognized research program on AFE, highly sought after educational programming for healthcare providers, and a worldwide network of support groups and resources for those impacted by an AFE.
We are committed to identifying the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of amniotic fluid embolism and bring our information and resources to healthcare providers and impacted families through our education and support programs. We also strive to be the light guiding those impacted by an AFE through their physical and emotional recovery as they navigate their way forward.
Our Mission
Reducing maternal and infant mortality attributed to amniotic fluid embolism while helping those impacted navigate paths forward.
Our Vision
Amniotic fluid embolism no longer threatens lives and those with lived experiences thrive.
We do this work in memory of them
Our Values
We take a principled and deliberate approach to our work and are guided by our core values. We believe in accountability. If we fall short or fail to uphold these values, please let us know.
We are resolute
in our commitment to #endAFE.
We are sincere
in how we come alongside and support those impacted.
We are devoted
to the community we serve.
We are prudent
in how monies are spent.
We hold reverence
for those whose lives were lost.
We are appreciative
to our donors, board, clinicians, and research partners.
Our DEI Commitment
The AFE Foundation collaborates with people of color, individuals, and groups working to eradicate racism and bias in maternal health.
We recognize and acknowledge that change is necessary to reduce racial bias in maternal health. We will act to foster that change within our organization and in our work.
We believe in and advocate for healthcare that is delivered equitably. It should be based on mutual trust, respect, and inclusion.
We support AFE families who are at risk of being marginalized.
We will amplify the voices creating change and reducing racial disparities in maternal health.
We stand firm in our mission to #endAFE and improve maternal mortality and morbidity.
Help us #endAFE!
The AFE Foundation is funded by donations. Every dollar goes toward our support, research, and education programs. We are committed to turning donations into action, including yours.