​Join Roots Of labor birth collective:

Roots of Labor Birth Collective accepts new members twice a year, in the Spring and the Fall just after our Doula Trainings. To apply to RLBC, fill out the form at the bottom of the page! 

Not yet a member?
It's never too soon to get involved! Feel free to attend our monthly open doula circle to meet our doula community and ask questions about RLBC programs and projects. See our events page for more details on open doula circles, community events, and member only events!

Membership Requirements

• You must already be a doula, or registered with an approved doula training. Approved doula trainings are those offered by RLBC, and Sumi's Touch (in person only). If you have completed another doula training, please email rootsoflaborbc@gmail.com ATTN: Education Director with a copy of the course outline, syllabus, or website. At the discretion of RLBC, you may be asked to attend the RLBC doula training at a discounted rate (1/2 the amount). We offer you this opportunity to grow as a birth worker and learn ancestral practices which are required to be an active doula in RLBC. You may be asked to attend all, or part of the doula training for a prorated amount. 
• $50 annual membership fee, to be paid upon entry to the collective. Payment plans available. 
• 15 hours of participation per season. Examples include organizing our events, supporting with the doula training, attending Santa Rita Jail, attending panels, administrative tasks, Root work. 
• Attending RLBC retreats and events 
• At least a 1 year commitment if participating in SRJ or as an active RLBC doula

Contact Us
Email: rootsoflaborbc@gmail.com
Phone: (805) 910-RLBC (7522)