Micaela Berry-Smith, BS

Micaela Berry-Smith is a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience in birth equity, early childhood education, and social entrepreneurship. She earned her B.S. in Early Childhood Development from Metro State University in St. Paul, MN, and later completed her Doula Training with DONA International in Madison, WI, in 2014. As a Certified Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, trained through the African American Breastfeeding Alliance. Micaela has dedicated her career to advocating for maternal and child health, with a focus on addressing systemic disparities in healthcare.

Micaela’s extensive work with children and families across diverse settings has driven her to lead numerous high-impact initiatives, including her role as Co-Executive Director of Harambee Village Doulas and her previous venture as the owner of a nanny service in southwest Wisconsin. Currently, she serves as the Senior Program Manager of Community and Maternal/Child Health Initiatives at The Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness in Madison, WI.

Micaela’s commitment to social justice and health equity is evident in her involvement in various committees and boards, including the Black Maternal and Child Health Alliance of Dane County, the Wisconsin Association for Perinatal Care, WI Women’s Medical Fund, and the Biden/Harris Reproductive Freedom Tour Committee. She is passionate about advocating for comprehensive healthcare reform and believes in the power of community engagement to drive meaningful change. Her work has been recognized through numerous awards, including the 2019 Madison Magazine Innovator of the Year award.