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SKILLS: Expertise In conception, pregnancy and postnatal care. I serve, support, and educate the community through resources such as workshops, classes, support groups, and prenatal care- Overall, a caretaker who seeks to provide immediate wellness to the community. 

Trainings/ Certifications:   

Birth Doula Training — Pro-Doula
Alexis Alsup Doula Training and Certification (prodoula.com)
Completed July 2020 · Certified April 2021

Holistic Fertility Doula Certification — National Black Doula Association
Certified September 2021

Pregnancy & Postpartum Herbs and Nutrition in the Southern Tradition — Divine Wisdom: Grandma Hands
Certified November 2021

Placenta Encapsulation Specialist — Women’s Perinatal Choice
Certified September 2021

Belly Binding Practitioner — Find.The.Gee
Certified June 2023

Tennessee State Capitol Lobbyist — Maternal Health Advocate (Bill SB:1832)
Registered January 2024

Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) — Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Certified June 2024

Closing of the Bones Ceremony Practitioner — Divine Doula
Certified May 2024

CPR & AED Certification
Certified January 2025

Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification
Certified January 2025

EXPERINCE:  

Empowered Doula Services - CEO/ Founder

2021- Present 

• Founded a full-spectrum doula practice dedicated to providing holistic, culturally competent, and client-centered support for families throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
  
  

• Built and led a collective of doulas and birth professionals, creating mentorship pathways and training opportunities for aspiring doulas and birthworkers of color.
  
  

• Developed and implemented client care models that integrate emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, rooted in reproductive justice and traditional birthwork values.
  
  

• Organized community workshops and childbirth education classes to promote informed choice, self-advocacy, and family-centered care.
  
  

• Managed all aspects of business operations including branding, budgeting, marketing, and client relations, ensuring consistent and compassionate service delivery.
  
  

• Partnered with local healthcare providers, midwives, and community organizations to expand access to equitable birth support across the region.
  
  

• Created and launched digital resources such as the Aspiring Doulas E-Journal and mentorship materials to support professional development in birthwork.
  
  

• Committed to passing on knowledge and leadership to the next generation of doulas and future midwives through teaching, shadowing, and guided mentorship.
  
  

The Knoxville Black Maternal Health Conference- Co-Founder 

April 2023- Present

• Co-founded an annual community conference dedicated to addressing Black maternal health disparities and advancing birth equity across East Tennessee.
  
  

• Led the planning, coordination, and execution of conference logistics, including speaker recruitment, partnerships, sponsorships, and volunteer management.
  
  

• Curated workshops and panel discussions centering Black midwives, doulas, and healthcare professionals, amplifying community voices and lived experiences.
  
  

• Collaborated with local organizations, health departments, and advocacy groups to build sustainable community partnerships around maternal health initiatives.
  
  

• Secured funding and in-kind support from local agencies and businesses to ensure conference accessibility and community impact.
  
  

• Designed and implemented educational and cultural programming that integrated traditional birthwork, reproductive justice, and public health education.
  
  

• Promoted conference visibility through social media campaigns, community outreach, and media engagement, increasing public awareness of Black maternal health issues.
  
  

• Served as a community advocate and liaison, connecting families and birth workers to local resources, care providers, and ongoing support networks.

Knoxville Birth & Equity Alliance (KBEA) - Knox County Health Department

Member/ Collaborator 

August 2021- September 2023

• Actively collaborate with local birth workers, healthcare providers, and community leaders to advance maternal health equity across Knox County.
  
  

• Participate in strategic planning and advocacy initiatives focused on reducing racial and systemic disparities in perinatal care.
  
  

• Contribute to the development of community-driven solutions that promote culturally responsive, respectful, and safe birthing experiences.
  
  

• Support outreach efforts and educational events that raise awareness of Black maternal health outcomes and the importance of midwifery and doula care.
  
  

• Engage in policy and program discussions that influence local health systems and expand access to equitable reproductive care.
  
  

• Network with a coalition of POC birth workers and allies dedicated to improving birth outcomes and uplifting traditional birth practices.

Knoxville Black Doula Collective- Founder 

June 2021- May 2022

• An organization that offers workshops and classes on pregnancy and postpartum care information.

• We are cultivating and bringing the community together while partnering and collaborating with local business to bring valuable resources to birthing people. 

NFC Health Care- CNA 

June. 2014- January 2015

• I groomed and bathed patients with low mobility.

• I prepare ech patients' room with necessary items like blankets etc.

• Helping patients eat and take medications. 

• I monitor vitals and patient behavior and reported them to the nursing medical staff.