Wholistic Midwifery School of Southern California

DBA The Association for Wholistic Maternal and Newborn Health

A 501c3 non-profit educational corporation, founded in 1993, we are a training and  and advocacy organization with a  grassroots, community-based approach to support direct-service providers in promoting the health of mothers, infants, and families.  The organization trains community perinatal  health workers,   designs community-based initiatives,  so as to engage and mobilize  diverse stakeholders in collaboration to  develop  programs  and policies that improve maternal and child health. Our purpose  is to promote the availability and use of  skilled maternity care including nurses, midwives, doulas and community health promoters, at all levels and in a variety of settings including clinics, private homes, hospitals and freestanding birth centers  to promote evidence-based maternity and infant  care and reduce perinatal health disparities.

“The question should not be is it possible. Rather, the question should be is it worth trying to do.“- Allard Lowenstein

OUR ADVISORY BOARD

We are now accepting applications for  our  Board of Advisors, who are professionals from various fields including midwifery, public health, social services, education, public administration, non-profit management, etc, who are willing to  dedicate  time, talent to ensure that our mission  is  realized.   The Board  meets via conference call once per year and as needed  to  provide support and guidance.  Board members may also also participate in  our fundraising and community awareness  events, and  committees.  The commitment is for a minimum of 2 years, or more. If you believe in our vision and mission and are interested in joining our Board of Advisors please contact us.

For more information, contact us at 626-388-2191

or email our Executive Director, Cordelia Hanna-Cheruiyot, MPH, CHES,CCE, CBA at cordeliahc@socalbirth.com