1. The role of the association for doulas
The association supports its members professionally and organizationally, creating a safe and developmental space for practice:
- Providing one free individual supervision session per year.
- Opportunity to participate in peer support groups (intervision) and exchange of experience (as needed or upon request).
- Listing the doula on the association’s website, including a short biography, specialization, and areas of practice.
- Promotion of doulas through social media, newsletters, and association publications (optional and by agreement).
- Access to professional, methodological, and educational resources (articles, checklists, guidelines, video materials).
- Support in developing a personal brand and professional portfolio (presentation templates, publishing guidance).
- Participation in educational and awareness projects (online courses, seminars, public events promoting end-of-life care culture).
2. Financial terms
- Annual membership fee (50 euros/year) includes all the above services and support.
- For clients referred through the association: the doula receives 90% of the fee, and the association retains 10% to cover operational costs and promotion.
- All financial terms are transparent and documented in writing.
3. Confidentiality and ethics
- All information about doulas and clients referred through the association is treated as strictly confidential.
- The association does not disclose personal data of doulas without their consent.
- Doulas are free to be members of other professional organizations, associations, and networks.
4. Responsibilities of the association
The association commits to:
- Ensuring transparency in financial conditions and commission distribution.
- Providing access to supervision, intervision, and educational resources.
- Supporting the visibility and promotion of doulas through its platforms.
- Facilitating professional development and exchange of experience.
5. Responsibilities of doulas within the association
- To follow the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
- To maintain communication with the association and inform about changes in availability or practice.
- To provide up-to-date information for website listings and approve published materials.
- To interact respectfully and professionally with clients, colleagues, and association representatives.
6. Scope of collaboration and limitations
- The association is not legally responsible for the individual actions of doulas; responsibility lies with each doula.
- The association does not interfere in private agreements between doulas and clients, except in cases of referrals made through the association.
- The association reserves the right to adjust conditions of participation or listings when necessary (with prior notice).
7. Additional benefits for members
- Access to an internal professional network for support and experience exchange.
- Opportunities to participate in joint projects and research related to death, dying, and grief.
- Participation in educational initiatives (lectures, workshops, online events).
- Access to a resource library and archive on end-of-life support, grief, psychology, and ethics.