Helping women survive pregnancy and childbirth is foundational to USAID’s global health commitments. Although maternal deaths have declined since 2000, progress has stalled in recent years. Globally, more than 800 women still die every day from causes related to pregnancy and childbirth. Nearly 95 percent of these deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, including the 25 countries USAID prioritizes for maternal and child survival. Operating in tandem with newborn health programs, USAID provides global leadership, delivers quality health services, and strengthens health service networks for maternal health to not only save lives but support women and newborns to thrive.