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Outside of the Classroom
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"The community call propels me forward, driving me to engage in meaningful action and advocate tirelessly for reproductive justice, accessible healthcare, and continuous education. I'm dedicated to stirring up 'good trouble' to better serve and uplift my community." - Alexis Alsup
"The community call propels me forward, driving me to engage in meaningful action and advocate tirelessly for reproductive justice, accessible healthcare, and continuous education. I'm dedicated to stirring up 'good trouble' to better serve and uplift my community." - Alexis Alsup
KEC: Knoxville Entrepeneur Center
KEC: Knoxville Entrepeneur Center
First Black Doula to be accepted through 100Knoxville Cohort.
KEC 100 Knoxville program is a cohort of Black-owned firm, and their goal is to help double entrepreneurs' revenue through investment of time and talent, and access to social, political, and financial capital.
Checkout interview below:
WUOT 91.9 fm: Health Connections
WUOT 91.9 fm: Health Connections
First Black Doula Interviewed on WUOT 91.9 FM
Alexis had the honor of being interviewed by Carole Myers, discussing the vital role doulas play in improving maternal healthcare.
Checkout interview below:
Curator of the Knoxville Black Maternal Health Conference
Curator of the Knoxville Black Maternal Health Conference
Black Maternal Health Conference features local researchers, birth workers, holistic practitioners, business owners, advocates, activists and professionals who work within the realm of maternal health and wellness here in Knoxville to include the tri-cities. This event brings awareness, education, interactive modules and art together in all things black maternal health for our community addressing the shortcomings of maternal health for women of color & their families.
Pushing Legislation
Pushing Legislation
Tennessee State Capitol
Tennessee State Capitol
"This act is known and may be cited as the "Tennessee Maternal Health Equity Advisory Committee Act."
Bill SB:1832/ HB:2226
Passed Through the House Floor 4/26/24
Member of The National Black Midwives Alliance
Member of The National Black Midwives Alliance
The mission of the National Black Midwives Alliance is to establish a representative voice at the national level that organizes, advocates, and brings visibility to the issues impacting Black midwives and the communities they serve.
(Photo Owned/ Credited: NBMA)
"Medical Mistrust and Cultural Competency: Appalachian Healthcare Providers Struggle with Rural Rage"
"Medical Mistrust and Cultural Competency: Appalachian Healthcare Providers Struggle with Rural Rage"
(University of Tennessee press, Wendy Welch, editor, 2025)
Book Publication COMING SOON!!!
2026
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