JESSICA HAWKINS

Compliance/Assessor Coordinator and Student Support

Hi, I am Jess, and I look after all thing’s compliance!

I started my career in health and nursing working in the medical field before finding my true passion in palliative and end of life care.

I have been lucky enough to be given some incredible opportunities in the Northern Territory which found me working in the training sector. I have since worked alongside the foundation assisting Renee with course accreditation and overseeing all things compliance within the accredited training qualifications. I am passionate about advocacy and empowerment across all life stages and events. I am available for any course related enquiries.

I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work within such a fierce group of women, who are conquering the world one doula at a time.

RENEE REKES

EDUCATOR/MENTOR

After completing her bachelor of Visual arts, Renee began facilitating therapeutic art groups for a community-based mental health support service. Through this experience, she decided to pursue a career in Mental health where she worked her way up to managing a small team and played an integral role in helping to establish various mental health programs in her region. However, after the birth of her children, Renee decided to bring her focus to supporting mothers, as she could identify the lack of support available in the community.

Once a Certified ADC Doula, Renee joined the Groundwork program where she supported mothers from all walks of life.
Alongside her Doula work, Renee also facilitates therapeutic art groups for mums in their perinatal period who are experiencing mental illness.
Renee now resides on the sunny Gold Coast with her husband, three beautiful children and two fur babies. Since making the move up from Sydney and having escaped the rat race, Renee now enjoys the slower-paced life, living mindfully and with intention.

ALYSSA BOOTH

EDUCATOR/MENTOR

Alyssa lives and works in Wollongong, Dharawal Country,with her husband, 3 kids and their bernedoodle. Alyssa has a passion for seeing the current culture of birth changed, for families to own their birth and for the rates of birth trauma to be reduced. She is passionate about seeing people loved, and cherished and having a sense of belonging. 

Alyssa has been supporting families through pregnancy, birth and postpartum for over a decade having studied with Renee more than 8 years ago and has been working as a qualified doula ever since. In the last few years she has been mentoring Doulas as they build their businesses and expand their knowledge, so they can have a fulfilling and sustainable career.

JOANAH LAGAZO (Anna)

Administration Support

Anna has always been rooted in the vibrant culture and rich history of her home country.

Growing up in the Philippines, her childhood was shaped by the warmth of family, a strong sense of community, and the natural beauty of her surroundings carrying with her the values and lessons learned from her upbringing.

Anna is a dedicated mother of two, she finds joy in embracing the role of a full-time mum, finding fulfilment in raising and nurturing her children together with her husband. Her focus on family life and creating a loving home environment is central to her daily routine.

In addition to her role as a mother, she has also ventured into the world of Administration assistance. She was given the opportunity to work with Doula Support Solutions and Womb To Tomb Foundation, where she has contributed her skills and dedication in a remote capacity. Her work as Admin assistant has not only allowed her to pursue professional growth but also provided her with the flexibility to balance her family responsibilities and career aspirations.