Reproductive Real Talk: Why It's So Damn Hard to Find Black and Brown Sperm Donors with Lakia Holmes

In this powerful episode of Reproductive Rebel, we’re getting real about a topic that’s rarely discussed but urgently needs attention: the critical lack of Black sperm donors in fertility clinics across the country.

Our guest, Lakia Holmes—fertility advocate and reproductive justice warrior—joins us to unpack the deep systemic, cultural, and emotional layers that contribute to this disparity. From medical mistrust and stigma in the Black community to inequities in the donor recruitment process, Lakia shares insight, research, and personal stories that shine a light on this hidden crisis in reproductive healthcare.

Whether you’re on a fertility journey, supporting someone who is, or committed to equity in wellness spaces, this conversation will move you, challenge you, and empower you to think differently about whose stories get told—and whose futures are made possible.

What We Cover:

🖤 Why there’s a severe shortage of Black sperm donors

🖤 The role of systemic racism in donor recruitment and reproductive medicine

🖤 Cultural stigmas and trust issues that impact donation rates

🖤 What inclusive fertility justice really looks like

🖤 How you can be part of the solution

Connect with Lakia Holmes:

Instagram: @lakiaholmes

Website: https://lakiasmbc.com

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