Black Perinatal Health
Across the United States, Black women and Birthing People continue to face a perinatal health crisis shaped by systemic racism, inequitable access to care, and history of reproductive oppression.
We are committed to changing that story.
We're Raising Donations for
Black Doula Scholarships.
Support our work & make a contribution to our Black Doula Scholarship Fund to help remove financial barriers to doula training, support, and culturally rooted & grounded care. In the U.S, Black birth workers are at the foundation of the Reproductive Justice movement, whose knowledge, traditions, activism, & advocacy continually uplift perinatal health & wellness for all.
Our Black Doula Scholarship Program:
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Raises funds to reduce financial barriers to entering the birthwork field and provide free or low-cost doula training for Black community members.
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By investing in Black birthworkers, we are restoring traditions of community care and creating pathways to economic empowerment.
Birthworkers of Color Collective actively advocates for:
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Policies that address racial disparities in maternal and infant health
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Expansion of culturally-relevant doula and midwifery care
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Investment in community-based, culturally rooted care models
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Accountability in healthcare systems
Because the data is clear: many maternal deaths are preventable, and change requires both community action and systemic transformation.
Service Offerings
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GROW & GATHER EVERY 1ST & 3RD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Birthworkers of Color Collective hosts a postpartum support group every 1st and 3rd Friday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. We're holding space for families with little ones under 3 years old. Grow and gather with the community, receive support with feeding and resources, participate in family activities, and more. Bring your babies and connect with other new parents navigating the postpartum journey in a safe, affirming, and welcoming space where your experiences are respected and your well-being gets nurtured.
May Group Dates: 5/15 & 5/29
June Group Dates: 6/12
Free Community Lactation Clinic
Birthworkers of Color Collective hosts a free lactation support clinic every 2nd and 4th Friday at our Long Beach office located at 1635 E Anaheim St Suite A Long Beach CA 90813.
Virtual support options available for families anywhere!
Request Support by signing up at button below.
Referrals by providers and community partners welcome.
