Empowering Birth Workers, Supporting Families
We are Community Doula Alliance
Discover how our innovative training programs are transforming the lives of doulas and the families they serve in Portland.
Our Mission and Vision
At Community Doula Alliance, our mission is to increase awareness and advocate for racially, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse doulas. Our focus is to train the next generation of exceptional professional doulas while improving maternal and infant health outcomes and reclaiming cultural practices in their respective communities. As a Black, women-led non-profit organization, our programs are designed within a racial equity framework to address the growing need to support community-based doulas in the Portland, Oregon area, ensuring that families receive the highest quality of culturally-specific care. By fostering a community of exceptionally trained doulas, we aim to enhance maternal and infant health outcomes and create a thriving environment for all.
Join us in our mission to change the face of birth work while making a positive impact on the lives of families and birth workers alike.
Why Choose Culturally-Specific Care
Our programs are designed to equip birth workers with a reproductive & economic justice lens focused within a racial equity framework to advance the skills they need to excel in their roles, providing comprehensive support to families in their respective communities.
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Services for You
Our Portland Doula Training Program offers comprehensive equity-based education and hands-on experience to prepare aspiring doulas for their vital role in supporting families.
Family Support Services
We provide personalized prenatal, birth, and postpartum support to ensure families feel confident and cared for throughout their journey.
Community Workshops
Engage with our community through workshops that cover continuing education, wellness, & fostering connection.
Advocacy and Outreach
Our advocacy efforts aim to enhance maternal health policies and expand doula services access for underserved communities.
Give!Guide Success
We can’t thank you enough for supporting us in our first Williamette Weekly’s Give!Guide 2024 campaign! We were able to reach 96% of our BIG, bold goal which will help us provide scholarships to train future doulas, create a resource library for our DDP doulas, and continue providing a safe space for doulas and families of color in the Portland community.
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Our Impact in Numbers
Our main programs, the Portland Doula Training & Diverse Doula Program, have significantly improved maternal and infant health outcomes in the Portland area, fostering a supportive community for all.
Over 500 Families Supported since 2021
84% Vaginal Birth Rate with a CDA Doula
40+ Trained Doulas Added to the Healthcare Workforce
Dedicated 1,000+ hours to prenatal, postpartum, and continuous birth support
We couldn’t do this work without our Community Partners
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