ITUP Doulas Policy Forum – March 27, 2025
Doula Care in LA County: Improving Maternal Outcomes
Thursday, March 27, 2025
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (PT)
Maternal health disparities persist, but doulas are proving to be a vital force in improving birth outcomes, particularly in historically marginalized communities. Join ITUP for a thought-provoking discussion on the role doulas play in transforming maternal health care in Los Angeles County.
This virtual event will highlight the Los Angeles County Doula Initiative, an effort that is successfully integrating doulas into maternal care to provide culturally responsive, patient-centered support. Key leaders, doulas, and maternal health advocates will share insights on policy progress, community-driven solutions, and real-world experiences that are shaping the future of birth equity.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you are a health care professional, advocate, policymaker, or someone passionate about maternal health equity, this discussion will provide valuable insights and strategies to advance doula support and systemic change.
This is an opportunity to learn, engage, and take action toward building a more equitable maternal health system!
What to Expect:
- Explore the critical role doulas play in improving maternal and infant health outcomes, especially for communities facing systemic disparities.
- Learn from experts and policymakers about the successes and challenges of integrating doulas into maternal health systems.
- Hear firsthand experiences from doulas who are providing culturally responsive, person-centered care.
- Leave with actionable insights to help advance doula programs, policy improvements, and maternal health advocacy
A detailed agenda will be shared prior to the event.
For more information, view our fact sheet, “Mobilizing Doulas: Advancing Equitable Maternal Health Outcomes in California.”
This session is generously sponsored by the California Health Care Foundation
