Defining Doula Scope of Care, Barriers and Implementation · MHN Town Hall · 06/18/2026

Defining Doula Scope of Care, Barriers and Implementation presented by Chantel Runnels, MBA, CD (DONA), CLES Director of Operations, Sankofa Birthworkers Collective CEO, The Chaun Collective Presenter Bio: Chantel Runnels, MBA, CD (DONA), CLES is a maternal health strategist, Founder & CEO of The Chaun Collective, and a member of the Co-Design Team for the Medi-cal Doula Benefit. As the Doula of Operations for Sankofa, she strengthens workforce infrastructure and access, ensuring Inland Empire families receive safe, supported, and dignified care.