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“Cradled In Culture: Reclaiming the Legacy of Black Doula Care” is a powerful documentary produced by the Atlanta Doula Collective, that delves into the rich history and resurgence of Black Doula care in Atlanta, GA.
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.
Cradled In Culture, serves as both an educational tool, identifying the vital role of doulas, and a call to action to support them in their mission to restore agency and empowerment in childbirth.
SCREENINGS
The Cradled In Culture Film is currently being submitted to film festivals, which prohibits public screenings. If you are interested in hosting a private screening please contact Sekesa Berry @ ceo@AtlantaDoulaCollective.org
CREDITS
Title:: Cradled In Culture: Reclaiming the Legacy of Black Doula Care
Producer:: Atlanta Doula Collective, Inc.
Director: and Executive Producer Sekesa Berry (bio pending)
Editor: Spurgen Brown (bio pending)
Film Sponsor: American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact
Videographers:
Spurgen Brown
Kimara Dixon
Chad Williams
Photographers:
Spurgen Brown
Kimara Dixon
Tabia Lisenbee-Parker
Cast:
Sekesa Berry, Midwife
Anyodele Osa Foster-McCray, Anthropologist
Tiara Calahan, Doula
Chanel Stryker, Doula
Halle Carey, Doula
Riana Garvin, Mother
Avery mitchell, Father
Shardayla Lencrerot, Doula
Ceressa Allen, Mother
Bashellia Williams
Shamika Miller