CRADLED IN CULTURE: RECLAIMING THE LEGACY OF BLACK DOULA CARE
CRADLED IN CULTURE: RECLAIMING THE LEGACY OF BLACK DOULA CARE
by: Sekesa Berry
by: Sekesa Berry
FILM SYNOPSIS
Through personal stories, this documentary explores how these doulas guide the families they serve through hospital systems shaped by implicit bias.The film highlights the deep cultural roots of Black birthwork, tracing its lineage to the traditions of African American midwives who have been central to community health and childbirth for generations. It also celebrates the efforts of modern Black Doulas who are reclaiming this legacy, advocating for holistic, culturally-affirming care, and helping to address the maternal mortality crisis disproportionately affecting Black women today.
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WRITERS:
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PRODUCERS:
Atlanta Doula Collective
KEY CAST:
Sekesa Berry, Tiara Calahan, Shamika Miller, Chanel Stryker, Halle Carey, Shardayla Lencrerot
OTHER:
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Through personal stories, this documentary explores how these doulas guide the families they serve through hospital systems shaped by implicit bias.The film highlights the deep cultural roots of Black birthwork, tracing its lineage to the traditions of African American midwives who have been central to community health and childbirth for generations. It also celebrates the efforts of modern Black Doulas who are reclaiming this legacy, advocating for holistic, culturally-affirming care, and helping to address the maternal mortality crisis disproportionately affecting Black women today.
FILMMAKER BIO
FILM CATEGEORY
FILM BLOCK # - DAY, VENUE, TIME OF FILM SCREENING
WRITERS:
--
PRODUCERS:
Atlanta Doula Collective
KEY CAST:
Sekesa Berry, Tiara Calahan, Shamika Miller, Chanel Stryker, Halle Carey, Shardayla Lencrerot
OTHER:
NA
