LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub Events
Public Counsel - Legal Support
This is an ongoing service. You may apply for help any day of the week.
ONLINE OR IN PERSON
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
NO COST
DESCRIPTION: GET LEGAL HELP NOW! LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub has partnered with Public Counsel to offer free legal support for qualifying doulas. Get guidance, referrals and answers to your legal questions to help you protect and strengthen your doula business.
CONTACT: https://lalegalhelp.org/ or 213-385-2977, ext. 313
SoCal LARJ - Legal Support
This is an ongoing service. You may apply for help any day of the week.
ONLINE OR IN PERSON
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
NO COST
DESCRIPTION: Get Legal Assistance Now! The LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub is collaborating with Southern California Legal Alliance for Reproductive Justice (SoCal LARJ), to connect qualifying doulas and doula organizations working to advance reproductive health and justice, and who may need legal assistance, with private law firms that handle a wide range of legal matters through this network pro bono (for free).
Doulas who are in need of legal assistance can reach us at larj@law.ucla.edu or leave a voicemail message at 310-206-4466.
Pear Suite Scholarships
DESCRIPTION: Pear Suite Doula Scholarships & Billing Support Program.
Limited spaces! Apply to see if you qualify! The LA County Doula Medi-Cal Hub invites LA County doulas to apply for a one-year Pear Suite scholarship offering full access to their care coordination platform to manage client data, workflow development, documentation, billing and claims submission for reimbursement.
12 Selected doulas, who are actively contracted with one or more Managed Care Plans, will receive individualized and group training to successfully document their work, and bill for services along with wraparound support. Scholarships are limited and available only to LA County residents.
Note: The Doula Hub does not promote one billing service over another. We encourage doulas to make autonomous business decisions. Please apply for this opportunity if you feel it will support your developing Medi-Cal Doula practice.
APPLY ONLINE: https://forms.gle/Z1CsjcaVASc3hxJn8
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
PAVE PORTAL TRAINING
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Monthly, virtual PAVE Portal Training, designed for doulas interested in becoming Medi-Cal approved providers.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Stevie Merino
REGISTER: birthworkersofcolor.com/medi-cal
THE DOULA LAB (webinar)
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: In this online peer support webinar, this inclusive space will foster community and connection, allowing doulas to share experiences, seek guidance and access valuable resources related to becoming and BEING a Medi-Cal approved provider.
Brought to you by The Chaun Collective with Chantel Runnels
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/DoulaLab
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
PAVE PORTAL TRAINING
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Monthly, virtual PAVE Portal Training, designed for doulas interested in becoming Medi-Cal approved providers.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Stevie Merino
REGISTER: birthworkersofcolor.com/medi-cal
The Doula MasterPlan Part 2: Power, Purpose & Profit in 2026- “Your Best Year Yet”
VIRTUAL/ONLINE
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
DATE: December 5, 2025
TIME: 10AM-12PM PST
NO COST
DESCRIPTION: Get ready to make 2026 your best year yet! Join us for a free virtual workshop designed to help doulas strengthen their systems, master marketing, and step into the new year with purpose, power and profit.
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/doulapurpose2026
DOULA HUB ADVISORY COUNCIL
VIRTUAL
INTERNAL STAKEHOLDER EVENT - INVITE ONLY
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: The Doula Hub will convene a quarterly Doula Hub Advisory Council, with representation from doulas, advocates, Medi-Cal managed care plans, and community partners, to guide these areas and ensure equity and inclusivity remain at the forefront.
Brought to you by The LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub
The Doula Lab Study Hall
IN PERSON
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Join The Doula Lab Study Hall for in-person peer support space designed to help doulas connect, learn and grow together.
The Business of Birthwork Toolkit Webinar
VIRTUAL/ONLINE
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
DATE: December 2, 2025
TIME: 2:00pm-4:00pm
NO COST
DESCRIPTION: The Birthworker Business Toolkit is a powerful and intentional resource designed to equip Black birthworkers with tools to build, grow and sustain a thriving business. This training offers practical guidance, real-world exercises and tangible resources to help birthworkers monetize your gifts, formalize your work, and step confidently into the business of birthwork.
REGISTER: bit.ly/birthworkbusiness
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
Medi-Cal Billing for Doulas Made Simple
VIRTUAL/ONLINE
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
DATE: November 22, 2025
TIME: 1:00pm-3:00pm
NO COST
DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to confidently bill for Medi-Cal doula services with this beginner-friendly, hands on training designed to simplify the process, reduce errors, and help you get reimbursed faster. *Spanish translation available.
PAVE PORTAL TRAINING
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Monthly, virtual PAVE Portal Training, designed for doulas interested in becoming Medi-Cal approved providers.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Stevie Merino
REGISTER: birthworkersofcolor.com/medi-cal
The Doula Lab Study Hall
IN PERSON
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Join The Doula Lab Study Hall for in-person peer support space designed to help doulas connect, learn and grow together.
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
The Doula MasterPlan Part 1: Power, Purpose & Profit in 2026 - “Your Best Year Yet”
VIRTUAL
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Step into 2026 with clarity and confidence! Join us for a free virtual webinar designed to help doulas strengthen their business foundations, align their mission with profit and prepare for a sustainable year ahead.
CONTACT: email tulani@tulaniwatkins.com
REGISTER: bit.ly/doulamasterplan2026
The Doula Lab Study Hall
IN PERSON
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Join The Doula Lab Study Hall for in-person peer support space designed to help doulas connect, learn and grow together.
DOULA MINGLE + LAUNCH PAD LITE
REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Limited Seats
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: This Doula Mingle features one special Launchpad Lite Break-Out Session consisting of three topics for qualifying doulas to choose. Designed to meet doulas where they are, whether they have already been Medi-Cal approved or are just beginning their journey into birthwork.
Brought to you by The LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub and Frontline Doulas Community Doula Champions
REGISTER: http://bit.ly/launchpadlite
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
The Doula Lab Study Hall
IN PERSON
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Join The Doula Lab Study Hall for in-person peer support space designed to help doulas connect, learn and grow together.
THE DOULA LAB (webinar)
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: In this online peer support webinar, this inclusive space will foster community and connection, allowing doulas to share experiences, seek guidance and access valuable resources related to becoming and BEING a Medi-Cal approved provider.
Brought to you by The Chaun Collective with Chantel Runnels
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/thedoulalab
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
PAVE PORTAL TRAINING
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Monthly, virtual PAVE Portal Training, designed for doulas interested in becoming Medi-Cal approved providers.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Stevie Merino
REGISTER: birthworkersofcolor.com/medi-cal
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
DOULA HUB ADVISORY COUNCIL
VIRTUAL
INTERNAL STAKEHOLDER EVENT - INVITE ONLY
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: The Doula Hub will convene a quarterly Doula Hub Advisory Council, with representation from doulas, advocates, Medi-Cal managed care plans, and community partners, to guide these areas and ensure equity and inclusivity remain at the forefront.
Brought to you by The LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub
DOULA MINGLE
REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Limited Seats
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: LA County Doulas! Get support in your journey of becoming a Medi-Cal Doula Provider. Come join us at The Gathering Spot to mix and mingle with the amazing Community Doula Champions, a diverse group of LA County doulas, Managed Care Plan representatives, and community partners. Socialize, get peer support and get hands on technical support with navigating the Medi-Cal Doula Benefit!
Brought to you by The LA County Medi-Cal Doula Hub and Frontline Doulas Community Doula Champions
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/doulamingle
PAVE PORTAL TRAINING
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Monthly, virtual PAVE Portal Training, designed for doulas interested in becoming Medi-Cal approved providers.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Stevie Merino
REGISTER: birthworkersofcolor.com/medi-cal
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
THE DOULA LAB (webinar)
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: In this online peer support webinar, this inclusive space will foster community and connection, allowing doulas to share experiences, seek guidance and access valuable resources related to becoming and BEING a Medi-Cal approved provider.
Brought to you by The Chaun Collective with Chantel Runnels
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/DoulaLab
PAVE PORTAL TRAINING
VIRTUAL
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Monthly, virtual PAVE Portal Training, designed for doulas interested in becoming Medi-Cal approved providers.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Stevie Merino
REGISTER: birthworkersofcolor.com/medi-cal
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
1:1 PAVE ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
DROP-IN *Virtual available upon request
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: Hands-on PAVE Portal Support for doulas.
*Spanish language support is available upon request.
Brought to you by Birthworkers of Color with Andrea Howard
CONTACT: Email: doulabenefit@birthworkersofcolor.com
SOCIAL: @birthworkersofcolor
WOMB WEALTH WORKSHOP: Birthing Abundance in Your Doula Business
LOCATION: The Birth Equity Consortium Doula Hub
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
DATE: July 26th
TIME: 1PM
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: This workshop invites doulas and birthworkers to explore their relationship with money by reconnecting with their womb space as a center of divine creativity, manifestation and abundance. Participants will engage in guided journaling, creative expression and empowering financial education to begin healing money wounds and building confidence as business owners.
REGISTER: bit.ly/womb_wealth
Doula Launchpad Conference
LOCATION: The Gathering Spot
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
DATE: July 17th
TIME: 9AM-4PM
COST: No Cost
DESCRIPTION: This conference is designed to meet doulas where they are at, whether they have already been Medi-Cal approved or are just beginning their journey into birthwork.
REGISTER: http://bit.ly/doulalaunchpadform
Entrenamiento de Doulas Comunitarias
UBICACIÓN: 540 N. Marine Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744
EN PERSONA
REGISTRO REQUERIDO
FECHA: Semanalmente todos los miércoles, del 16 de julio de 2025 al 17 de diciembre de 2025
HORA: 6:30PM - 9:30PM
COSTO: SIN COSTO
DESCRIPCIÓN: Conviértete en una doula comunitaria!
Nuestras doulas comunitarias ofrecen apoyo durante el embarazo, el parto y después del parto, con educación culturalmente sensible, conexión temprana con recursos locales, apoyo en la lactancia y orientación para fortalecer el vínculo entre madres y bebés.
REGISTRO: tinyurl.com/SpanishSBCCCBDTraining