Executive Director,  Sekesa Berry

Sekesa is a prominent and dedicated community leader in Georgia, renowned for her expertise in Black maternal health and the Birth Justice movement. As a passionate advocate for reproductive justice, she has collaborated with numerous organizations and local non-profit foundations to decolonize birth, reduce birth traumas, and restore natural birth rights to Black families. With nearly two decades of experience in perinatal support, Sekesa has developed a diverse range of skills and knowledge, working in various roles such a doula, lactation consultant, childbirth educator, midwife and currently as the Founder and Executive Director of the Atlanta Doula Collective. 

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Sekesa is a multifaceted professional who has made a significant impact in the field of birth justice. As an accomplished author and curator, she has developed several training curricula, including the Maternal Health Awareness Training (also known as Advanced Doula Skills Training) and The Innerstanding Birthwork Training. Her commitment to promoting birth justice is further evident in her non-profit organization's recent collaboration with other thought leaders to establish National Black Doula Day in 2024. This initiative has inspired Sekesa to expand her reach across the state as the Georgia Black Doula Network and Training Institute, where she offers a comprehensive nine-month beginner's doula training program that includes professional development and mentorship. This program aims to increase representation of Black doulas in rural Georgia, particularly in identified healthcare deserts.. Through her unwavering dedication and perseverance, Sekesa has become a cherished and invaluable resource in her community. However, despite her many roles and titles, she values her role as a mother to her four children and a community mother to many above all.

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