Member Statistics
DONA International’s impressive growth
Our membership has grown from 750 members in 1994 to more than 6,000 members from around the world today. The word is out that doulas greatly benefit mothers and families during labor, birth and the weeks that follow. This rising demand for doulas, combined with the growing interest in the profession, means that this membership growth will continue for years to come.
Membership
1994 |
750 |
2002 |
4500 |
2012 |
6154 |
Worldwide Membership in 50 Countries:
Argentina
Australia
Belgium
Bermuda
Canada
Grand Cayman Islands
Kenya
Chile
Cost Rica
Czech Republic
Denmark
Egypt
France
Germany
Great Britain
Greece
Guatemala
Haiti
Holland
Hungary
Indonesia
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Kenya
Korea
Mexico
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Norway
Puerto Rico
Russia
Singapore
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan
Tanzania
Thailand
Trinidad & Tobago
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States
Uruguay
West Indies
Zambia
Certification Statistics
1994 |
1st doula certified |
2002 |
2,000 doulas certified |
2012 |
8,500 doulas certified |
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The Essential Ingredient: DOULA is a documentary produced by DONA International in 2010 featuring commentary by all of DONA International's esteemed founders and some of its celebrated past presidents speaking on the origin and rationale of doula support. Their words are complemented by inspiring visuals of treasured birth and postpartum moments. You are encouraged to use this documentary in your practice. Embed it on your web site and share it with potential clients and professional. You can view this documentary now* on-line on