Meet our Team

BirthNet Leadership Council: 2025

Tershia Ellis

Board Chair

Gadria Kalinowski

Gadria Kalinowski

Board Secretary

Geradine Georges

Geradine Georges

Board Member

betsy mercogliano

Betsy Mercogliano

Board Member

Tisha Graham

Tisha Graham

Board Member

Nakia Tillman BirthNet

Nakia Tillman

Board Member

Clyanna Lightbourn

Clyanna Lightbourn

Board Member

Esther Patterson

Honoring Esther Patterson Teen Doula Equity Fund

We also want to take a moment to honor the legacy of Esther Patterson, whose commitment to doula work and birth equity continues to inspire us. In her memory, we established the Esther Patterson Teen Doula Equity Fund, which supports local doulas, particularly those working with teen pregnancies.

To contribute to the fund and continue Esther’s impactful work, please consider donating.