Recently the Zulu Birth Project was brought to our attention and we simply could not resist the urge to reach out to them. As Grand Rapids most diverse doula team, the idea of bringing the gaps between cultures and colors is near and dear to our hearts. Especially when it comes to birth, as we are well aware that women of color are at an embarrassingly higher rate of birth harm and injustices. We want to see this change and we are aware that change starts with trainings and community events such as this. It starts with us.
The Zulu Birth Project is a multinational initiative to reach across time and borders to share ancient birthing practices in support of mothers-to-be, their families and the birth workers who serve them. Zinzile Seepie and Tanya Parker, two awe-inspiring mothers, activists and advocates, have come together with their knowledge, experience and passion for women and families to do something about birth and how we care for mothers, for ourselves, and each other. They have created a tour where along the way they will not only teach ancient African traditions for birth, baby wearing and beyond - they will create a Global Community.
We want Grand Rapids to be a part of that.
We have reached out and have lovingly convinced them to make a stop here on the weekend of Aug 22, 2014 where we will hold a FREE community event at Centre Point, followed by the workshop on Aug 23-24, 2014 at Cedar Tree Birth & Wellness.
We're calling on YOU, our community, to help us bring these amazing women and their knowledge to Grand Rapids. Our goal is not only to take and provide the community event and training, but to use this training as a way to help us bridge the gap between mothers of different colors. We want to unite Grand Rapids in a whole new way, and we feel that through this community event and training we will have a unique and beautiful opportunity to begin laying down that foundation.
Here's how you can get involved and help us out:
- Bid on one of our {super} Auction Items
- Come to our Bake Sale & Henna FUNdraiser May 23 / 5-8:30p
- Simply be awesome and DONATE!
- Register for the training - {Do it before June 7 for $50 off registration!}
- Buy one of our EXCLUSIVE {and empowering} T-SHIRTS {see below}
- Business Sponsorships: Sponsorship packages starting at $50 include adding your business logo to our promotional poster, Facebook shout-outs and your info and/or samples in our swag bags. {contact crowninglotus@yahoo.com for details}
Also, Each workshop, in support of Vicki Penwell’s Grand Challenge 2014, issues 1 full scholarship to a Birthworker of Color. Applicants can apply for this directly to zulubirthproject@gmail.com.
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What the Zulu Birth Project training will be offering:
- Zulu Life cloth techniques (the African Rebozo)
- Baby wearing and its spiritual and physical implications
- Belly wrapping as a cultural norm
- Zulu Warrior Formation model for community action and leadership
- The Evolving Role of the Masculine inside the Realm of Birth
- Sacred Naming Ceremony for the empowerment and purpose of each participant
- African Herbs and Oils for the childbearing year
- Diaper-Free Parenting (Elimination Communication)
- Methods for dissolving culturally instilled fears and limiting beliefs
- Practices for preparing, clearing and energizing the Birthing Field
- Drumming for Birth
What Participants Receive:
- Admission to two full days of personal and professional development with Zinzile Seepie and Tanya Parker
- One Zulu Doula Kit: (Value $99) Life Cloth, Baby Wrap, Djembe Drum, Beaded Zulu Handwork
- A Transformative group experience
- Free access to monthly coaching calls/mentorship circle
- Membership in the Zulu Birth Crew private online community
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