Community Doula Alliance

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Community Doula Alliance is a Black Woman-led, 501c3 nonprofit in Portland,Oregon that trains and supports doulas of color as they help families in their communities navigate birth & postpartum. Mission:
Our mission is to create an exceptional generation of professional doulas, particularly Black, Indigenous, Latino/a/x, Asian and other racially and linguistically diverse, underrepresented doulas, who can enter the workforce with sustainable careers, improve maternal and infant health outcomes, and meet the ever-changing needs of birthing and postpartum people. Vision:
Our vision is to decolonize the birth work profession and eliminate the gap in maternal-infant health disparities that disproportionally impacts Black, Indigenous and Latino/a/x communities. Strategic Goals:
• Increase diversity in the doula profession by training Black, Indigenous & Latino/a/x doulas as curriculum trainers and facilitators
• Bridge the gap between doulas and the Traditional Health Worker registry process
• Prepare Black, Indigenous & Latino/a/x doulas to succeed in the workforce by providing business training, mentoring, and a supportive peer community
• Ensure that underrepresented doulas make a livable wage by advocating for the value and effectiveness of doula services
• Improve maternal-infant health outcomes, particularly within Black, Indigenous & Latino/a/x communities, by providing long-term, culturally-specific perinatal, labor support and postpartum doula care
• Increase equity awareness in the doula profession through education, training and community forums using a racial and economic justice framework
• Collaborate and build sustainable partnerships with community-based organizations, policy advocates, local maternity care hospitals/clinics and community care medicaid funding organizations

10/30/2025
Tag your food resources below for more ways to help families with food insecurity 💜We may not be a direct resource but w...
10/28/2025

Tag your food resources below for more ways to help families with food insecurity 💜

We may not be a direct resource but we do know the power of community resource building and referrals!

Especially since it's all part of the social determinants of health many of our families and clients face in their daily lives ✊🏾

Gearing up to give away some cool stuff with  💜We're so excited for our second year as part of this amazing community le...
10/26/2025

Gearing up to give away some cool stuff with 💜

We're so excited for our second year as part of this amazing community led way to support the organizations and people who are doing the hard work daily.

There will be a baker's dozen of getaways and gift cards to hometown faves (think Powell's books and New Seasons Market). Plus if you're 35 and younger, you have even more chances to win!

What give away are you excited to see this year? 👀

10/24/2025

This quote from the incredible Misty Copeland captures so many things...

When it comes to birth and choosing a doula that gets you, you're tapping into that strength and getting the right people in your corner.

It takes more than just you being "super woman".

Lean into your people and build your team so that you can show up stronger than you ever imagined 💜

Thank you Misty for being a shining star for the rest of us to follow! ✨

🎥credit - Oprah Daily

Doulas from the same community can offer culturally specific advice and support, which can be particularly comforting an...
10/23/2025

Doulas from the same community can offer culturally specific advice and support, which can be particularly comforting and empowering during the vulnerable times of birth and postpartum.

This is particularly beneficial for Black, Latinx, and Indigenous families, who statistically face higher rates of adverse birth outcomes.

Whether you’re looking for a doula or want to be a doula with us, our team is here to help.

Ready to  help us build the future of birthwork? 💪🏾Here are three ways you can be part of CDA:✨Take a doula training or ...
10/20/2025

Ready to help us build the future of birthwork? 💪🏾

Here are three ways you can be part of CDA:
✨Take a doula training or workshop with us
✨Support CDA families with doula care
✨Give to our doula scholarship fund

After the "Bracing for Impact" Conference and everything that is going on with our communities, we're doubling down on how we are championing diverse doulas in supporting healthier families during birth and postpartum.

Because how many times have you tried to get a seat at that proverbial table to change how things are?

We've been there which is why we decided to build our own damn table and we are making room for you. DM us to learn more 💜

This is the syllabus American history didn't teach you - that Afro-Latinas have always led the fight for liberation.We'r...
10/15/2025

This is the syllabus American history didn't teach you - that Afro-Latinas have always led the fight for liberation.

We're wrapping up Latine Heritage Month with these four trailblazers showing different ways you can advocate for your communities. They literally redefined what a leader looks like, from the Garifuna coast to the Andes.

Such an inspiration! Which story inspires your fight? ⬇️

Everyone show some love to Jasmine Scott .jscott  on the well-deserved promotion to Doula Community Manager!Your passion...
10/14/2025

Everyone show some love to Jasmine Scott .jscott on the well-deserved promotion to Doula Community Manager!

Your passion for supporting families, CDA doulas, and our team has been amazing to witness. We're so excited for you to step into this new leadership role and next chapter of CDA as an organization.

Here's to growth and many new adventures to come! 💜

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day ✊🏾💜
10/13/2025

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day ✊🏾💜

The fact that it takes us 22 months to make what others make in 12 months is disrespectful. Want to tools to close the g...
10/08/2025

The fact that it takes us 22 months to make what others make in 12 months is disrespectful.

Want to tools to close the gap? Join us to start change that doula side hustle into so much more 💜

We have to normalize fair compensation.That's why we do what we provide the business support within the Diverse Doula Pr...
10/07/2025

We have to normalize fair compensation.

That's why we do what we provide the business support within the Diverse Doula Program to make it impossible for doulas to sustain this work long-term.

Interested in DDP? Let's chat 📲

10/05/2025

The second best time?

Right now.

Your birth team sets the tone for your experience. Don't wait for the third trimester scramble - reach out today, and let's get you doula care!

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1820 SW Vermont Street A
Portland, OR
97219

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