We are the EDN!
They say that nothing worth doing is easy. Like every non-profit, we have to navigate bumps in the road. But we wouldn’t change a thing. Why? Because throughout our journey we’ve honed our skills and put our abilities to the test, so doulas everywhere can benefit from each other's experiences.
We organise in circles according to a sociocratic approach and as can be seen above, we discuss in 'rounds'. Our statutes provide boundaries so that expectations are clear and the organisational aspects can be more easily managed.
Who is the EDN?
W E A R E T H E E D N ! ! !
Connecting • Supporting • Informing
The EDN is a Non-Profit Organisation
The European Doula Network was founded in Switzerland in 2011. The EDN Code of Ethics, agreed by all members, was created in 2015 and updated in 2023.
The European Doula Network is an association within the meaning of Swiss legislation (Art. 60ff. ZGB). According to the decree of the cantonal tax office, the European Doula Network is recognised as a charitable organisation and is exempt from state tax, general municipal tax and direct federal tax.
The European Doula Network is a legally independent organisation committed to the principals of humanity, impartiality and being neutral in terms of politics and denomination.
The EDN is a Sociocracy
We work in circles, focusing on open, respectful dialogue, collaborative and inclusive participation and arriving at decision making through consent.
The EDN Office Core
This is the beating heart of the EDN, warmly supported by our volunteers and member representatives. We meet monthly online and always look forward to meeting again in person!
The EDN Focus Circles
We have a number of focus circles to carry forward our special projects, involving EDN doulas with a special passion for making things happen.
Volunteers
Volunteering with EDN
We have a truly amazing team and so many exceptional projects to help connect, support and inform doulas and the communities they are part of!
We need your ideas and enthusiasm, plus your communication and organisation skills to nurture these projects to become seeds, that become plants, that bare flowers and fruit!
We have a fully organised volunteer framework to support you and bring your skills into the sunlight. We recognise everyone has many commitments and we trust that shared kindness and open communication will mean everyone is getting the support they need in their role.