Empowering communities and transforming healthcare
Creating a Chicago where healing, justice, and equitable care are accessible to all who need it.
How we’re making a difference
NDoula Community Alliance aims to improve healthcare access and support for those hardest hit by the Black Maternal Health Crisis. Our team focuses on holistic health literacy, reproductive justice, and building strong support networks that center autonomy, joy, and healing. Together, we’re reshaping care to make birth and healthcare a source of empowerment, not fear.
What we offer
Empowering our community through education, advocacy, and healing.
Healing Through Arts
Our Elemental Reproductive Healing (ERH) Arts Project aims to improve patient safety by practicing self advocacy skills in a community-based art setting.
Professional Development
We provide several trainings and workshops to build skills in childbirth, holistic healthcare, social justice, and more.
Birth & Diversity Doula Training
We empower aspiring birthworkers through a culturally responsive program.
Legacy Wellness Warmline
Our non-emergency line for resources & prep / debrief health appointments with a patient advocate.
Mentorship
Meet with experienced mentors for support with birthwork, to advance holistic care careers, and push towards achieving goals.
Stay ready with patient-centred skill prep
Everything we do is rooted in community care and collective empowerment. Take a moment to fill out this short survey to expand the ways we think about our healthcare
Based on data from Black & BILPOC community respondents thru October 2025, these top priorities increase our experience of patient-centered care:
- Access to a provider that reflects my identity and culture
- A trustworthy therapeutic relationship
- Patient well-being is valued above threat of professional liability
Get involved
Get involved by joining our team, attending events, and sharing your opinion.
Reach out to volunteer
View our current volunteer openings for board positions and programs.
Join one of our events
Be part of experiences that bring healing, learning, and connection to our community.
Share your opinion
Influence our offerings by telling us what you need more of in our communities
Your support makes our work possible
Together we can address the Black maternal health crisis and create networks of care and resilience for birthing patients, birthworkers, and community members.
A special thank you to our funding partners
Interested in partnering with us?
Let’s work together to strengthen our community and expand equitable healthcare.