Rooted in Wisdom,
Rising Together

Empowering Black and Indigenous maternal and perinatal professionals across the Carolinas — honoring traditional wisdom while building collective power.

Who We Serve
About Us

Our Purpose

Transforming Birth Care Through Community Power

The Southern BEE Alliance is a worked-owned cooperative dedicated to empowering Black and Indigenous birth workers throughout North and South Carolina. We believe in the transformative power of collective action and the sacred wisdom of our ancestors.

Through mutual support, professional development, and advocacy, we’re building a future where every birthing family has access to culturally-grounded, compassionate care. Learn more about us.

Culturally-Grounded

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Cooperative Model

What We Do

Building a Network of Care

From professional development to community advocacy, we support birth workers at every stage of their journey.

Professional Development

Workshops, certifications, and continuing education opportunities designed for BIPOC birth workers.

Advocacy & Policy

Amplifying BIPOC voices in maternal health policy and fighting for equitable birth outcomes.

Community Connection

Building bridges between birth workers, families, and community organizations across the Carolinas.

Business Support

Workshops, certifications, and continuing education opportunities designed for BIPOC birth workers.

Events & Gatherings

Amplifying BIPOC voices in maternal health policy and fighting for equitable birth outcomes.

Peer Support

Building bridges between birth workers, families, and community organizations across the Carolinas.

Explore Our Work

The Basic Premise

What is the SBA?

The Southern BEE Alliance is a Black and Indigenous People of Color Birth Worked-Owned Cooperative. We empower Maternal and Perinatal Professionals in the Carolinas, while embracing and uplifting the diverse, traditional wisdom embedded in our communities.

For Birth Workers

Are you a maternal or perinatal care professional looking to join a supportive and empowering cooperative? We offer opportunities for training, mentorship, and collaboration. Be part of a community that values your expertise and commitment to culturally responsive care.

For Child Care Workers

A future where the rich tapestry of Black, Indigenous families in the Carolinas actively engages in co-creating and accessing the highest standard of support for maternal and child well-being.

Movement-Building Organizations

We envision a landscape where every family, with a particular focus on Black, Latino and Indigenous communities, has the resources and agency to shape their unique journey through the transformative stages of childbirth and parenting.

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Membership has its Benefits

The Alliance

Through our cooperative model, we uplift traditional knowledge, support economic empowerment, and contribute to a more just and equitable society.

Continuing Education

Educational opportunities for families, birth workers and clinicians

Direct Services

Quality direct services to BIPOC Birthing Families

Economic Empowerment

Designed to empower BIPOC birth + early care professionals and families.

Policy & Advocacy Work

We engage in policy and advocacy efforts to address systemic barriers.

Overhead Support

Overhead support for doulas (billing, marketing, education etc.)

Workforce Stability

Ensuring sustainable careers and high-quality care delivery.

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Voices from the Community

Stories of Strength

By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we enable birth and child care workers to thrive and offer culturally responsive care that honors our heritage.

  • Black cooperatives have historically served as economic anchors, supporting community wellbeing and circulating resources locally.

    Jessica Gordon Nembhard, Ph.D
    Professor of Community Justice and Social Economic Development, John Jay College

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