Melanin Mass Moms

Doula Scholarship

We are thrilled to be able to offer three scholarships for our “Become A Doula” six-week training and twelve-week apprenticeship program through Melanin Mass Moms! Before applying for this scholarship, please ensure that you have read the class information and requirements here.

Scholarship applications will be accepted until August 31, 2025 at 11:59PM, at which point the review committee will begin reviewing submissions. Scholarship recipients will be notified via e-mail on September 8, 2025 and announced publicly the second week of September 2025.

Eligibility Screening

Are you part of the Melanin Mass Moms online support network?

Did you attend a MMMxDoD informational session prior to submitting this application?

Attending an info session is required. Please email contact@doulasofthediaspora.org if you would like to apply, but have not attended an info session.

Scholarship Application

Legal Name

First Name

Last Name

Date of Birth

YYYY

Email Address

Phone Number

Country

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Home Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Please describe your race, ethnicity and/or cultural identity.

This information is for pairing purposes only. Clients may request a culturally concordant doula, and we strive for diversity amongst our team.

Do you speak any languages other than English?

What is your experience level?

What type of services are you interested in offering as a doula?

Please check all that apply.

prenatal care

labor support

postpartum support

childbirth education

patient navigation

breastfeeding education

other

Are you able to attend and participate in online class every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30PM-7:30PM for the months of September and October 2025?

Are you able to commit to 5-10 hours per week during the months of January, February and March for the apprenticeship?

Do you intend to work part-time or full-time as a doula?

Why are you seeking to become a Diaspora doula?

In what ways will you contribute to the culture of Doulas of the Diaspora?

What are your personal and professional goals?

What makes you an exemplary candidate for the doula scholarship? What qualities and experience do you possess that demonstrate your commitment to doula care?

Please list one personal reference.

Please list one professional reference.