SANKOFA 
​Birth Ambassador

ARE YOU READY to answer the call?
YOU are who our ancestors prayed for...
YOU are who they hoped would come…
YOU ARE THE ANSWER they prayed for…
YOU ARE THE ANSWER for your sisters...
YOU ARE THE ANSWER for our legacies...
YOU ARE THE ANSWER!​
Let me help you ANSWER THE CALL!

REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP NOW!

OCTOBER 2018 SBA Workshop A
SATURDAY Live Video Sessions 
October 6, 13, 20, & 27
10 AM (CST)
OCTOBER 2018 SBA Workshop B
SUNDAY Live Video Sessions 
October 7, 14, 21, & 28
4 PM (CST)
SANKOFA RAP SESSIONS
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Thursday, December 13, 2018
PictureClick the image to watch Dr. Doula present "The BLACK History of Birth in America"
I have been thinking about you… Seriously, I have.

Everytime I receive an email with someone asking me where they should start to get involved in birth… And every message I receive about someone feeling “drawn to birth” and desiring to “answer that call”…. And everytime I connect with a woman by phone who says, “Can I be real with you? I love everybody, but I want to learn with someone who looks like me... or is at least a woman of color.”

I have heard you…

I understand the uncertainty of what you feel. Birth culture has changed a lot over the past 50 or 60 years. Back then, if a Black woman felt called to help pregnant women there would have been plenty of women of African descent who could guide her. Since our ancestors were brought to these shores, we have been responsible for the knowledge and skills required to sustain ourselves and our existence in unfavorable environments. 

After recent decades of scarcity and invisibility, women of African descent and diverse cultures are “reclaiming their birth rites” and their place in birth culture. We are becoming involved again. We are losing the fear that had overtaken us through efforts to assimilate into society and understanding the role we must play in healing ourselves and saving ourselves. 

What is one of the major changes that occurred since Black women integrated into the the modern healthcare system? Besides Black women and babies dying at alarming rates, it is the absence of Black women caring for other Black women as they once had.  The same can be said about other cultures. We can do something about that.

I have crafted this workshop to meet the unique needs that have been expressed to me by countless women of African descent and diverse cultures. There is no single path to begin birth work and there is no role that is more noble than another. When you gain knowledge about birth and gather the information you need, you can find the right fit that allows you to answer your call to improve the experiences of families during the childbearing year.

As I have answered the call I heard to "reclaim our birth rites", I hope you will do the same. Are you interested in working with pregnant women during their childbearing years, but you don't know where to begin? Let me help you see your next steps.

REGISTER FOR A SBA WORKSHOP!

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     STEP 1 - SBA Contact Form: To register or inquire about a Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshop, fill out the form below to confirm availability.
STEP 2 - Pay for workshop registration

About Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshops

Mission
The mission of Sankofa Birth Ambassador (SBA) Workshops is to support women of African descent and diverse cultures in their efforts to know birth, know their place in birth culture, know their options within birth culture, and know their support systems with those who have a track record of supporting diverse women’s autonomy. Participants can also expect to find community and support as they pursue their unique traditions in birth culture.

Objectives
Through SBA Workshops, you will:
  • Be introduced to birth so that you understand the basics and can begin to offer support to the families in your life 
  • Learn how to avoid the pitfalls that many Black women and diverse cultures face when seeking to get involved in birth culture 
  • Be shown your options to find your place in the “birth world”
  • Be pointed in the right direction, toward like minded individuals who will have your best interest in mind​
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 What You Get
Four (4) 2 hr LIVE Video Group Sessions 
Four (4) Session Intensives 
  • 20 Prenatal/Labor/Postpartum Birth Basics
  • Navigating Modern Birth Culture
  • Deciding How to Serve and Choosing Your Position
  • Finding Your Allies in Birth Culture
Weekly Session Notes
Q&A Sessions
Resource List and Documents
Weekly Mentor Engagement 
Interactive Assignments
Certificate of Completion
Organization Recommendations
Three (3) monthly Sankofa Rap Sessions of additional support
​Discounted private consultations for Sankofa Birth Ambassadors
Workshop Map
  • Pre-Workshop Survey 
  • Week 1 Session - KNOW BIRTH
    • Assignment: TBA
  • Week 2 Session - KNOW YOUR PLACE
    • Assignment: TBA
  • Week 3 Session - KNOW YOUR OPTIONS
    • Assignment: TBA
  • Week 4 Session - KNOW YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM
    • Assignment: Post-Workshop Survey​
  • Certificate of Completion​

PLUS THREE (3) Sankofa Wrap Sessions
Three (3) monthly Sankofa Rap Sessions included as support for Sankofa Birth Ambassadors. Click HERE for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register for a Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshop?
STEP 1: Submit the SBA contact form to confirm availability.
STEP 2: Pay the workshop registration fee.
​Additional information will be provided once the registration fee has been paid.

Where are the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshop Sessions held?
The Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshops are live video sessions. 

How long is the workshop?
Each workshop involves 4 virtual live video sessions over 4 consecutive weeks. Each session lasts 2 hours.

Is the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshop a doula certification program?
No, the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshop is not a doula certification program. However, participants do receive a Certificate of Completion and recognition as a Sankofa Birth Ambassador be featured on DrDoula.com.
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Can you tell me more details about the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshop?
  • The Sankofa Birth Workshop Sessions are virtual group sessions. (Private consultations are also available.)
  • The workshop involves a Pre-Workshop survey and a Post-Workshop Survey at the the end of the 4 weeks.
  • Session notes are provided for each weekly session. 
  • Each session is live video conference call. (Videos will be available to view the replay for 24 hours in cases where there is a time conflict.)
  • There is a required resource that must be purchased for the course. (It is included in the total cost of the course.)
  • There are short assignments after each session. ​​

What is the total cost of the workshop?
$250 workshop participation (for 4 week sessions)
+ $150 for required workshop resource
​= $400 Total Cost

​Is there a payment plan available? 
The $250 workshop participation fee is due to reserve a spot in the SBA workshop, however, purchase of the required resource has a more flexible timeline. Purchase of the required resource and completion of the associated assignments are required in order to receive the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Certificate of Completion. 

How much time is given to complete the workshop assignments?
The SBA Workshop assignments are designed to be completed during the four weeks of the virtual sessions. You are able to participate in the workshops without the required resource, however, the resource workshop assignments must be completed within a month of the final workshop session in order to receive the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Certificate of Completion.

Can I take the workshop without purchasing the required workshop resources?
Yes, you can take the workshop. However, there will be portions of the sessions that are based on the resource. Additionally, you will not be eligible for the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Certificate of Completion.

Are there any scholarships available for the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshop?
No, there are no scholarships available for the Sankofa Birth Ambassador Workshops.