New Jersey Doula Learning Collaborative

For Doulas by Doulas.

Updates

Dear New Jersey Doula Community,

The New Jersey Doula Learning Collaborative announces a significant milestone in the evolution of our organization. Starting in July 2024, the NJDLC will be transitioning into three regional hubs across the state: North Jersey, Central Jersey, and South Jersey. This change is designed to better serve our community doulas and enhance the ability of the NJDLC to provide localized support and resources to doulas and the families they serve.

This regional hub model will enhance accessibility to training for new doulas to join our workforce, foster stronger community connections, and tailor our programs to better address the specific needs of each region.

Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing more detailed information about the specific locations and leadership of each regional hub, as well as how this change will impact ongoing projects and initiatives. We will also be hosting a virtual town hall meeting on July 17 to answer any questions you may have and to gather your input on how we can make this transition as smooth as possible.

We appreciate your continued support and patience as we shift into this exciting new chapter. Together, we can strengthen our community and enhance the support that doulas provide to families across New Jersey.

About

The New Jersey Doula Learning Collaborative (NJDLC) is committed to addressing maternal & child health disparities, empowering maternal health advocates, and consciously including doulas in the conversation and work to create systemic change for babies, families, and communities throughout New Jersey, through:

Community Outreach, Engagement & Collaboration
Doula Credentialing & Billing Support
Doula Support, Mentorship & Supervision
NJDLC Advisory Board & Workgroups
Workforce Development, Training & Technical Assistance

The New Jersey Doula Learning Collaborative (NJDLC) strives to advocate for:

A thriving doula community (independent and group practitioner)
Equitable doula compensation & reimbursement
Collective Impact - Ensuring that:
- Doula voices are consistently included and heard.
- Doulas are consciously integrated into legislation and health care plan teams.
- Doulas' presence is seen and valued

Community Outreach, Engagement & Collaboration
Doula Credentialing & Billing Support
Doula Support, Mentorship & Supervision
NJDLC Advisory Board & Workgroups
Workforce Development, Training & Technical Assistance

The New Jersey Doula Learning Collaborative (NJDLC) strives to advocate for:

A thriving doula community (independent and group practitioner)
Equitable doula compensation & reimbursement
Collective Impact - Ensuring that:
- Doula voices are consistently included and heard.
- Doulas are consciously integrated into legislation and health care plan teams.
- Doulas' presence is seen and valued

HealthConnect One is the national leader in advancing equitable, community-based, peer-to-peer support for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and early parenting. We would like to acknowledge our appreciation for all of the communities and partners that HC One has collaborated with since 1986 that have contributed to our shared wisdom and the development of our training curriculum.

Our
Mission

The NJ Doula Learning Collaborative provides New Jersey doulas with billing support, education, training and workplace development in service of birth equity.

Our
Vision

The New Jersey Doula Learning Collaborative (NJ DLC) strives to advocate for a thriving doula community (independent and group practioners), who are equitably compensated, have ease with Medicaid reimbursement, and have a sustainable career that mitigates high turnover.

Our Team

Meet Our Team

Jodi Green

NJDLC Executive Director

Jodi Green, CLD, CBE is the NJDLC Executive Director. She is a birth and postpartum doula, reproductive health educator, childbirth educator and doula trainer with Community Doulas of South Jersey. She has served families in NJ, PA, and DE as an active doula for over 20 years. Jodi makes it her personal goal to offer the information, education, and support parents' need to make their own informed choices in birth and parenting.

Tamiya Griffin

NJDLC Director of Programming

Tamiya Griffin, BS, CD, PMH-C is the NJDLC Director of Programing. She is a New Jersey native and mom of 5. She has worked in the Perinatal and Reproductive field for the last 9 years doing work related to Maternal and Child Health, Perinatal Mental Health, Birth Equity, Teen Pregnancy Prevention and more. Tamiya’s love and passion for motherhood has translated to her becoming a Birth and Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Advocate, and certified in Perinatal Mental Health.

Daña Drinkard

NJDLC Administrative Assistant

Daña Drinkard, AAS, serves as the NJDLC Administrative Assistant. With a rich background in Customer Service and Graphic Design, she brings a wealth of expertise to her position. Daña's extensive experience in these industries has honed her skills in organization, communication, and problem-solving. Beyond her proficiency in administrative tasks, Daña's true passion lies in connecting with people and making a meaningful impact in their lives. This passion fuels her dedication to supporting not only her colleagues at the NJDLC, but also individuals embarking on the transformative journey of becoming a New Jersey based doula.

Resources

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