about
repro tlc
Repro TLC (formerly Midwest Access Project) fills gaps nationwide in clinical training and education while mobilizing our network to advocate for more just and equitable sexual and reproductive care. We’ve spent the past 20 years expanding access to care by training abortion providers, especially in the Midwest.
Repro TLC is filling critical gaps and fighting for reproductive freedom across the country. The acronym TLC stands for more than ‘tender loving care.’ It’s about Training, Liberation, and Community, and more — all grounded in Trust, Love, and Collaboration. As the organization expands, the meaning of TLC continues to grow to reflect the needs of those we serve.
Repro TLC is filling critical gaps and fighting for reproductive freedom across the country. The acronym TLC stands for more than ‘tender loving care.’ It’s about Training, Liberation, and Community, and more — all grounded in Trust, Love, and Collaboration. As the organization expands, the meaning of TLC continues to grow to reflect the needs of those we serve.
mISSION
mISSION
mISSION
Repro TLC improves access to comprehensive reproductive health care by training providers in abortion and miscarriage care, contraception, pregnancy options counseling, and beyond.
VISION
VISION
VISION
We envision a world where every person has access to a high-quality, patient-centered, interdisciplinary health care team in their community to support them through the full-spectrum of their sexual and reproductive health care needs.
Why Our Training Programs Are Necessary
LACK OF TRAINING
LACK OF TRAINING
LACK OF TRAINING
Many medical and nursing programs do not provide adequate reproductive health education, often due to restrictive state laws, cultural norms, or religiously affiliated hospitals.
In 2024, approximately 40% of residency programs are restricted in their ability to provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive health training.
The educational gaps in reproductive health training, particularly in the Midwest and Southern United States, contribute to fewer skilled providers and reduced access to abortion, comprehensive pregnancy counseling, and preventative services.
BARRIERS TO TRAINING ACCESS
BARRIERS TO TRAINING ACCESS
BARRIERS TO TRAINING ACCESS
Costs associated with clinical training — including travel, housing, licensing fees, and malpractice insurance — can exceed $5,000 for a month-long clinical rotation.
Lack of diversity in training and practice negatively impacts care. A 2020 study of Ryan residents found that marginalized racial identities were underrepresented in both educational opportunities as well as intention to provide, with 8.5% of residents being Black and 4.1% Latine.
REGIONAL HOSTILITY & LIMITED ACCESS
REGIONAL HOSTILITY & LIMITED ACCESS
REGIONAL HOSTILITY & LIMITED ACCESS
In 2023, 18,870 patients traveled from out of state for abortion care, compared to 13,300 in 2020. Illinois experienced the largest increase, by far, in the number of patients traveling from out of state for abortion care (Guttmacher, 2023).
The Midwest has some of the lowest number of abortion clinics per population compared to other U.S. regions.
State abortion bans, anti-choice harassing litigation, and regulatory restrictions all contribute to clinic closures, lower patient volumes, reduced or eliminated clinic services, which all result in reduced training opportunities.
Care from the Heartland to the Nation
2006
Founding Repro TLC (formerly Midwest Access Project)
A group of Chicago-based family physicians and reproductive health advocates recognized a critical gap in reproductive health training. They established Midwest Access Project (MAP) — now Repro TLC — to address this need.
2006
Founding Repro TLC (formerly Midwest Access Project)
A group of Chicago-based family physicians and reproductive health advocates recognized a critical gap in reproductive health training. They established Midwest Access Project (MAP) — now Repro TLC — to address this need.
2006
Founding Repro TLC (formerly Midwest Access Project)
A group of Chicago-based family physicians and reproductive health advocates recognized a critical gap in reproductive health training. They established Midwest Access Project (MAP) — now Repro TLC — to address this need.
2007
Welcoming Our First Trainee
We launched our clinical training program, opening doors for providers seeking comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care education and training.
2007
Welcoming Our First Trainee
We launched our clinical training program, opening doors for providers seeking comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care education and training.
2007
Welcoming Our First Trainee
We launched our clinical training program, opening doors for providers seeking comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care education and training.
2010
Expanding Our Reach
By 2010, we trained dozens of physicians, nurses, and advanced practice clinicians, helping bridge gaps in sexual and reproductive health care access.
2010
Expanding Our Reach
By 2010, we trained dozens of physicians, nurses, and advanced practice clinicians, helping bridge gaps in sexual and reproductive health care access.
2010
Expanding Our Reach
By 2010, we trained dozens of physicians, nurses, and advanced practice clinicians, helping bridge gaps in sexual and reproductive health care access.
2017
A Decade of Training & Growth
We celebrated 10 years of training a new generation of sexual and reproductive health providers. By this time, over 320 individuals had completed our training program.
2017
A Decade of Training & Growth
We celebrated 10 years of training a new generation of sexual and reproductive health providers. By this time, over 320 individuals had completed our training program.
2017
A Decade of Training & Growth
We celebrated 10 years of training a new generation of sexual and reproductive health providers. By this time, over 320 individuals had completed our training program.
2019
Addressing Regional Barriers
As abortion restrictions increased across the Midwest, thousands of patients traveled to Illinois for care. We strengthened our training programs to equip more providers in the region.
2019
Addressing Regional Barriers
As abortion restrictions increased across the Midwest, thousands of patients traveled to Illinois for care. We strengthened our training programs to equip more providers in the region.
2019
Addressing Regional Barriers
As abortion restrictions increased across the Midwest, thousands of patients traveled to Illinois for care. We strengthened our training programs to equip more providers in the region.
2021
Innovating Training Models
We introduced virtual education and expanded partnerships, ensuring providers could access critical sexual and reproductive health training even amid political and pandemic-related challenges.
2021
Innovating Training Models
We introduced virtual education and expanded partnerships, ensuring providers could access critical sexual and reproductive health training even amid political and pandemic-related challenges.
2021
Innovating Training Models
We introduced virtual education and expanded partnerships, ensuring providers could access critical sexual and reproductive health training even amid political and pandemic-related challenges.
TODAY
A New Chapter
We rebranded as Repro TLC--reflecting our commitment to Training, Liberation, and Care. With a growing national impact, we continue to innovate and advocate for equitable access to sexual and reproductive health education and training.
TODAY
A New Chapter
We rebranded as Repro TLC--reflecting our commitment to Training, Liberation, and Care. With a growing national impact, we continue to innovate and advocate for equitable access to sexual and reproductive health education and training.
TODAY
A New Chapter
We rebranded as Repro TLC--reflecting our commitment to Training, Liberation, and Care. With a growing national impact, we continue to innovate and advocate for equitable access to sexual and reproductive health education and training.
BEYOND
Shaping the Future of Sexual and Reproductive Health
Two decades since our inception, 2026 will mark a milestone of joy and accomplishment. We look forward to celebrating our legacy of expanding access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive care with you.
BEYOND
Shaping the Future of Sexual and Reproductive Health
Two decades since our inception, 2026 will mark a milestone of joy and accomplishment. We look forward to celebrating our legacy of expanding access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive care with you.
BEYOND
Shaping the Future of Sexual and Reproductive Health
Two decades since our inception, 2026 will mark a milestone of joy and accomplishment. We look forward to celebrating our legacy of expanding access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive care with you.
OUR TEAM
We are proud to work with a passionate team dedicated to expanding sexual and reproductive health care training and education.
Aisha is a proud third generation organizer and child of Indian Muslim immigrants. Aisha brings over a decade of experience working in equity and accessibility across the non-profit, government, and private sectors. Prior to joining Repro TLC Aisha served as interim Executive Director at Trans Lifeline. Aisha has worked in community outreach roles for the Obama Administration, State Department, Bernie Sanders 2016 Presidential campaign, among other roles. In 2020, Aisha earned a masters degree in Social Work and Social Policy at the University of Chicago. Aisha is passionate about working in the body autonomy movement and is currently based in Chicago, IL. Aisha is a creative spirit who, as an artist themselves, dabbling in the medium of floristry, writing, and mixed media, loves exploring the connections between art and organizing.
Aisha
Provider Movement Building Manager
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Aisha is a proud third generation organizer and child of Indian Muslim immigrants. Aisha brings over a decade of experience working in equity and accessibility across the non-profit, government, and private sectors. Prior to joining Repro TLC Aisha served as interim Executive Director at Trans Lifeline. Aisha has worked in community outreach roles for the Obama Administration, State Department, Bernie Sanders 2016 Presidential campaign, among other roles. In 2020, Aisha earned a masters degree in Social Work and Social Policy at the University of Chicago. Aisha is passionate about working in the body autonomy movement and is currently based in Chicago, IL. Aisha is a creative spirit who, as an artist themselves, dabbling in the medium of floristry, writing, and mixed media, loves exploring the connections between art and organizing.
Aisha
Provider Movement Building Manager
(they / them)
Aisha is a proud third generation organizer and child of Indian Muslim immigrants. Aisha brings over a decade of experience working in equity and accessibility across the non-profit, government, and private sectors. Prior to joining Repro TLC Aisha served as interim Executive Director at Trans Lifeline. Aisha has worked in community outreach roles for the Obama Administration, State Department, Bernie Sanders 2016 Presidential campaign, among other roles. In 2020, Aisha earned a masters degree in Social Work and Social Policy at the University of Chicago. Aisha is passionate about working in the body autonomy movement and is currently based in Chicago, IL. Aisha is a creative spirit who, as an artist themselves, dabbling in the medium of floristry, writing, and mixed media, loves exploring the connections between art and organizing.
Aisha
Provider Movement Building Manager
(they / them)
Alyssa joined Repro TLC in 2022. Alyssa is a proud abortion story-teller. Alyssa has extensive experience within reproductive justice organizing and mobilizing for abortion access. Most recently, Alyssa completed a fellowship with Collective Power for Reproductive Justice, supporting youth building skills for community organizing. Alyssa currently teaches inclusive and diverse Sexual and Reproductive Health in Chicago. Alyssa is passionate about the youth and community having access to sexual and reproductive health. In Alyssa’s free time she is an abortion doula, Feminist Women’s Health Center fellow, and a Abortion Trainer for Advocates for Youth. In the past, Alyssa did abortion training and education in Arizona at Planned Parenthood. In college, Alyssa completed internships with GLAAD, Planned Parenthood, Public Defender’s Office, Interpersonal Violence on Campus, and Advocates for Youth; this gives Alyssa the tools to provide a diverse background in abortion space. Alyssa decenters cisgender whiteness in abortion training and uplifts queer, trans, and BIPOC voices in her trainings. Alyssa loves watching reality tv, reading, and taking her dog for a walk! Alyssa has a Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University- Newark in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and a minor in sociology.
Alyssa Stenson
Provider / Community Education Manager
(she / they)
Alyssa joined Repro TLC in 2022. Alyssa is a proud abortion story-teller. Alyssa has extensive experience within reproductive justice organizing and mobilizing for abortion access. Most recently, Alyssa completed a fellowship with Collective Power for Reproductive Justice, supporting youth building skills for community organizing. Alyssa currently teaches inclusive and diverse Sexual and Reproductive Health in Chicago. Alyssa is passionate about the youth and community having access to sexual and reproductive health. In Alyssa’s free time she is an abortion doula, Feminist Women’s Health Center fellow, and a Abortion Trainer for Advocates for Youth. In the past, Alyssa did abortion training and education in Arizona at Planned Parenthood. In college, Alyssa completed internships with GLAAD, Planned Parenthood, Public Defender’s Office, Interpersonal Violence on Campus, and Advocates for Youth; this gives Alyssa the tools to provide a diverse background in abortion space. Alyssa decenters cisgender whiteness in abortion training and uplifts queer, trans, and BIPOC voices in her trainings. Alyssa loves watching reality tv, reading, and taking her dog for a walk! Alyssa has a Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University- Newark in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and a minor in sociology.
Alyssa Stenson
Provider / Community Education Manager
(she / they)
Alyssa joined Repro TLC in 2022. Alyssa is a proud abortion story-teller. Alyssa has extensive experience within reproductive justice organizing and mobilizing for abortion access. Most recently, Alyssa completed a fellowship with Collective Power for Reproductive Justice, supporting youth building skills for community organizing. Alyssa currently teaches inclusive and diverse Sexual and Reproductive Health in Chicago. Alyssa is passionate about the youth and community having access to sexual and reproductive health. In Alyssa’s free time she is an abortion doula, Feminist Women’s Health Center fellow, and a Abortion Trainer for Advocates for Youth. In the past, Alyssa did abortion training and education in Arizona at Planned Parenthood. In college, Alyssa completed internships with GLAAD, Planned Parenthood, Public Defender’s Office, Interpersonal Violence on Campus, and Advocates for Youth; this gives Alyssa the tools to provide a diverse background in abortion space. Alyssa decenters cisgender whiteness in abortion training and uplifts queer, trans, and BIPOC voices in her trainings. Alyssa loves watching reality tv, reading, and taking her dog for a walk! Alyssa has a Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University- Newark in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and a minor in sociology.
Alyssa Stenson
Provider / Community Education Manager
(she / they)
Chante joined Repro TLC in April of 2025. She has a Bachelor's degree in Public Health and a minor in Social-Cultural Anthropology from American University, where she discovered her passion for social and reproductive justice. Chante has about 4 years of experience in sexual and reproductive health focused on health education and abortion care. In her free time, Chante loves to support and learn from community organizations in Washington, DC. In 2023, she participated in the PPMW Developing Leaders Program, and this past December, she wrote her first piece about "How to Get an Abortion in DC" with the 51st News, DC's new local paper. Chante continues to push for ways to expand education and access to reproductive health care.
Chante Yarbough
Individual Clinical Training Coordinator
(she/her)
Chante joined Repro TLC in April of 2025. She has a Bachelor's degree in Public Health and a minor in Social-Cultural Anthropology from American University, where she discovered her passion for social and reproductive justice. Chante has about 4 years of experience in sexual and reproductive health focused on health education and abortion care. In her free time, Chante loves to support and learn from community organizations in Washington, DC. In 2023, she participated in the PPMW Developing Leaders Program, and this past December, she wrote her first piece about "How to Get an Abortion in DC" with the 51st News, DC's new local paper. Chante continues to push for ways to expand education and access to reproductive health care.
Chante Yarbough
Individual Clinical Training Coordinator
(she/her)
Chante joined Repro TLC in April of 2025. She has a Bachelor's degree in Public Health and a minor in Social-Cultural Anthropology from American University, where she discovered her passion for social and reproductive justice. Chante has about 4 years of experience in sexual and reproductive health focused on health education and abortion care. In her free time, Chante loves to support and learn from community organizations in Washington, DC. In 2023, she participated in the PPMW Developing Leaders Program, and this past December, she wrote her first piece about "How to Get an Abortion in DC" with the 51st News, DC's new local paper. Chante continues to push for ways to expand education and access to reproductive health care.
Chante Yarbough
Individual Clinical Training Coordinator
(she/her)
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Deputy Director of Development & Advocacy
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Deputy Director of Development & Advocacy
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Deputy Director of Development & Advocacy
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Director of Strategic Communications
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Director of Strategic Communications
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Director of Strategic Communications
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Latona became Repro TLC’s Executive Director in September, 2023, bringing their experience as a Birth Doula, Registered Nurse, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and birth justice advocate. In 2011, they co-founded Birthmark Doula Collective, Louisiana’s only birth-worker-owned cooperative. In 2017, they co-founded the New Orleans Breastfeeding Center, Louisiana’s first freestanding breastfeeding clinic. Latona is a natural instigator and loves collaboration for liberation. Some of their recent collaborative projects include a statewide network of lactation support circles for families of color, a community-led, queer pregnancy and parenting project, and a perinatal emergency preparedness training program. They have served on the Louisiana Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review, the New Orleans Maternal Child Health Coalition, and other reproductive health- related legislative commissions. Their reproductive justice impact has been featured in the New York Times Magazine, CBS’s 60 Minutes, and Yes! Magazine. Their writing has been published in The Nation, Rewire News Group, and Huffington Post. Latona is happiest when sitting outside next to fresh water, and reading an Afro-futuristic fantasy novel.
Latona Giwa
Executive Director
(she / they)
Latona became Repro TLC’s Executive Director in September, 2023, bringing their experience as a Birth Doula, Registered Nurse, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and birth justice advocate. In 2011, they co-founded Birthmark Doula Collective, Louisiana’s only birth-worker-owned cooperative. In 2017, they co-founded the New Orleans Breastfeeding Center, Louisiana’s first freestanding breastfeeding clinic. Latona is a natural instigator and loves collaboration for liberation. Some of their recent collaborative projects include a statewide network of lactation support circles for families of color, a community-led, queer pregnancy and parenting project, and a perinatal emergency preparedness training program. They have served on the Louisiana Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review, the New Orleans Maternal Child Health Coalition, and other reproductive health- related legislative commissions. Their reproductive justice impact has been featured in the New York Times Magazine, CBS’s 60 Minutes, and Yes! Magazine. Their writing has been published in The Nation, Rewire News Group, and Huffington Post. Latona is happiest when sitting outside next to fresh water, and reading an Afro-futuristic fantasy novel.
Latona Giwa
Executive Director
(she / they)
Latona became Repro TLC’s Executive Director in September, 2023, bringing their experience as a Birth Doula, Registered Nurse, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and birth justice advocate. In 2011, they co-founded Birthmark Doula Collective, Louisiana’s only birth-worker-owned cooperative. In 2017, they co-founded the New Orleans Breastfeeding Center, Louisiana’s first freestanding breastfeeding clinic. Latona is a natural instigator and loves collaboration for liberation. Some of their recent collaborative projects include a statewide network of lactation support circles for families of color, a community-led, queer pregnancy and parenting project, and a perinatal emergency preparedness training program. They have served on the Louisiana Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review, the New Orleans Maternal Child Health Coalition, and other reproductive health- related legislative commissions. Their reproductive justice impact has been featured in the New York Times Magazine, CBS’s 60 Minutes, and Yes! Magazine. Their writing has been published in The Nation, Rewire News Group, and Huffington Post. Latona is happiest when sitting outside next to fresh water, and reading an Afro-futuristic fantasy novel.
Latona Giwa
Executive Director
(she / they)
Nature joined Repro TLC in December 2022. She has significantly impacted public health and advocacy. Her expertise extends to spearheading reproductive rights campaigns, developing HIV prevention initiatives, and driving community health improvements during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nature’s work, characterized by innovative solutions and a commitment to health equity, showcases a deep dedication to empowering communities and addressing health disparities. Beyond her professional roles, Nature is deeply involved in community organizing and volunteerism, including significant contributions to a prominent local organization dedicated to social justice and racial equality in Cincinnati. This involvement further underscores her passion for fostering a just and healthy society. Nature lives in Cincinnati with her partner and their two dogs, Bear and Cocoa, where she continues to be a force for positive change in her community.
Nature Brooks
Individual Clinical Training Manager
(she / her)
Nature joined Repro TLC in December 2022. She has significantly impacted public health and advocacy. Her expertise extends to spearheading reproductive rights campaigns, developing HIV prevention initiatives, and driving community health improvements during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nature’s work, characterized by innovative solutions and a commitment to health equity, showcases a deep dedication to empowering communities and addressing health disparities. Beyond her professional roles, Nature is deeply involved in community organizing and volunteerism, including significant contributions to a prominent local organization dedicated to social justice and racial equality in Cincinnati. This involvement further underscores her passion for fostering a just and healthy society. Nature lives in Cincinnati with her partner and their two dogs, Bear and Cocoa, where she continues to be a force for positive change in her community.
Nature Brooks
Individual Clinical Training Manager
(she / her)
Nature joined Repro TLC in December 2022. She has significantly impacted public health and advocacy. Her expertise extends to spearheading reproductive rights campaigns, developing HIV prevention initiatives, and driving community health improvements during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nature’s work, characterized by innovative solutions and a commitment to health equity, showcases a deep dedication to empowering communities and addressing health disparities. Beyond her professional roles, Nature is deeply involved in community organizing and volunteerism, including significant contributions to a prominent local organization dedicated to social justice and racial equality in Cincinnati. This involvement further underscores her passion for fostering a just and healthy society. Nature lives in Cincinnati with her partner and their two dogs, Bear and Cocoa, where she continues to be a force for positive change in her community.
Nature Brooks
Individual Clinical Training Manager
(she / her)
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Operations Manager
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Operations Manager
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Operations Manager
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Ramey joined Repro TLC in November 2021. After completing her BA in Gender & Sexuality Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University, she joined the reproductive health/abortion care community as a full-spectrum doula and a collective member of the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project. She currently has over a decade of experience in the field through direct patient care, clinic administration, and clinical training coordination. She is particularly passionate about systems management and quality improvement. Ramey is dedicated to the expansion of access to safe, individualized, compassionate reproductive health care, and committed to protecting the dignity of those who seek it. She currently lives in New Jersey with her partner and an overabundance of house plants.
Ramey Connelly
Director of Individual Clinical Training
(she / her)
Ramey joined Repro TLC in November 2021. After completing her BA in Gender & Sexuality Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University, she joined the reproductive health/abortion care community as a full-spectrum doula and a collective member of the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project. She currently has over a decade of experience in the field through direct patient care, clinic administration, and clinical training coordination. She is particularly passionate about systems management and quality improvement. Ramey is dedicated to the expansion of access to safe, individualized, compassionate reproductive health care, and committed to protecting the dignity of those who seek it. She currently lives in New Jersey with her partner and an overabundance of house plants.
Ramey Connelly
Director of Individual Clinical Training
(she / her)
Ramey joined Repro TLC in November 2021. After completing her BA in Gender & Sexuality Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University, she joined the reproductive health/abortion care community as a full-spectrum doula and a collective member of the Richmond Reproductive Freedom Project. She currently has over a decade of experience in the field through direct patient care, clinic administration, and clinical training coordination. She is particularly passionate about systems management and quality improvement. Ramey is dedicated to the expansion of access to safe, individualized, compassionate reproductive health care, and committed to protecting the dignity of those who seek it. She currently lives in New Jersey with her partner and an overabundance of house plants.
Ramey Connelly
Director of Individual Clinical Training
(she / her)
Thalia joined Repro TLC in February 2025. Thalia is a first generation Lebanese American and native New Yorker. Thalia earned her Bachelors of Science in Community Health from the State University of New York at Cortland College. Upon graduation, Thalia worked as Health Educator for Morris Heights School Based Health Center, where she assisted in implementation of the school based health centers throughout New York City Public Schools. Thalia then began her tenure with Planned Parenthood, totaling 8 years, bringing her to New Orleans, Louisiana in 2017. Thalia joined the Louisiana Department of Health – STD/HIV/HEP Program(SHHP) in 2021, as the Orleans Community Engagement Supervisor and then the Health Equity Supervisor. Thalia is certified by the State of New York and Louisiana as a Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and Hospital Advocate. Thalia is also a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and a graduate of HIVE: Louisiana Reproductive Leadership Development Program, Cohort 2. Thalia is driven by equity and access, believing that public health can dramatically change people’s lives. Thalia is happiest cuddled up on her couch with her three dogs, Molly, Max and Bam Bam.
Thalia Nakouzi
Deputy Director of Programs & Culture
(she/her)
Thalia joined Repro TLC in February 2025. Thalia is a first generation Lebanese American and native New Yorker. Thalia earned her Bachelors of Science in Community Health from the State University of New York at Cortland College. Upon graduation, Thalia worked as Health Educator for Morris Heights School Based Health Center, where she assisted in implementation of the school based health centers throughout New York City Public Schools. Thalia then began her tenure with Planned Parenthood, totaling 8 years, bringing her to New Orleans, Louisiana in 2017. Thalia joined the Louisiana Department of Health – STD/HIV/HEP Program(SHHP) in 2021, as the Orleans Community Engagement Supervisor and then the Health Equity Supervisor. Thalia is certified by the State of New York and Louisiana as a Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and Hospital Advocate. Thalia is also a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and a graduate of HIVE: Louisiana Reproductive Leadership Development Program, Cohort 2. Thalia is driven by equity and access, believing that public health can dramatically change people’s lives. Thalia is happiest cuddled up on her couch with her three dogs, Molly, Max and Bam Bam.
Thalia Nakouzi
Deputy Director of Programs & Culture
(she/her)
Thalia joined Repro TLC in February 2025. Thalia is a first generation Lebanese American and native New Yorker. Thalia earned her Bachelors of Science in Community Health from the State University of New York at Cortland College. Upon graduation, Thalia worked as Health Educator for Morris Heights School Based Health Center, where she assisted in implementation of the school based health centers throughout New York City Public Schools. Thalia then began her tenure with Planned Parenthood, totaling 8 years, bringing her to New Orleans, Louisiana in 2017. Thalia joined the Louisiana Department of Health – STD/HIV/HEP Program(SHHP) in 2021, as the Orleans Community Engagement Supervisor and then the Health Equity Supervisor. Thalia is certified by the State of New York and Louisiana as a Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and Hospital Advocate. Thalia is also a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and a graduate of HIVE: Louisiana Reproductive Leadership Development Program, Cohort 2. Thalia is driven by equity and access, believing that public health can dramatically change people’s lives. Thalia is happiest cuddled up on her couch with her three dogs, Molly, Max and Bam Bam.
Thalia Nakouzi
Deputy Director of Programs & Culture
(she/her)
THANK YOU TO OUR dedicated
Board of Directors
Andrea Friedman, JD
National Abortion Access Advocate
Barbara Schechtman, MPH
Former Executive Director
Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center
Debra Stulberg, MD, MA
Repro TLC Co-Founder / Family Medicine Physician;
Department of Family Medicine, University of Chicago
Dinaz Mansuri, MA
Executive Director
The Mayer & Morris Kaplan Family Foundation
Hannah Cutts, CNM, WHNP
Nurse Practitioner
ACCESS Community Health Network
Julie Walner, MM, CPA
Repro TLC Board Treasurer / Real Estate Financial Consultant
JMB Financial Advisors, LLC
Kathy Chan
Director of Policy
Cook County Health and Hospitals System
Kevin Hu, MD
Repro TLC Board Secretary / Family Physician & Residency Faculty
Cleveland Clinic
Lorie Chaiten, JD
Repro TLC Co-Founder, Senior Staff Attorney
Reproductive Freedom Project, ACLU Foundation
Morgan Madison, MD
Family Medicine Physician
PCC Community Wellness Center
Naima Murphy-Salcido, MS
Nonprofit Arts Administrator
Good Ear Consulting, LLC
Stephanie Tillman, PhD (c), CNM
Repro TLC Board Chair / PhD Candidate, Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics Health at Saint Louis University
Feminist Midwife, LLC
THANK YOU TO OUR dedicated
Board of Directors
Andrea Friedman, JD
National Abortion Access Advocate
Barbara Schechtman, MPH
Former Executive Director
Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center
Debra Stulberg, MD, MA
Repro TLC Co-Founder / Family Medicine Physician;
Department of Family Medicine, University of Chicago
Dinaz Mansuri, MA
Executive Director
The Mayer & Morris Kaplan Family Foundation
Hannah Cutts, CNM, WHNP
Nurse Practitioner
ACCESS Community Health Network
Julie Walner, MM, CPA
Repro TLC Board Treasurer / Real Estate Financial Consultant
JMB Financial Advisors, LLC
Kathy Chan
Director of Policy
Cook County Health and Hospitals System
Kevin Hu, MD
Repro TLC Board Secretary / Family Physician & Residency Faculty
Cleveland Clinic
Lorie Chaiten, JD
Repro TLC Co-Founder, Senior Staff Attorney
Reproductive Freedom Project, ACLU Foundation
Morgan Madison, MD
Family Medicine Physician
PCC Community Wellness Center
Naima Murphy-Salcido, MS
Nonprofit Arts Administrator
Good Ear Consulting, LLC
Stephanie Tillman, PhD (c), CNM
Repro TLC Board Chair / PhD Candidate, Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics Health at Saint Louis University
Feminist Midwife, LLC
THANK YOU TO OUR dedicated
Board of Directors
Andrea Friedman, JD
National Abortion Access Advocate
Barbara Schechtman, MPH
Former Executive Director
Midwest AIDS Training and Education Center
Debra Stulberg, MD, MA
Repro TLC Co-Founder / Family Medicine Physician;
Department of Family Medicine, University of Chicago
Dinaz Mansuri, MA
Executive Director
The Mayer & Morris Kaplan Family Foundation
Hannah Cutts, CNM, WHNP
Nurse Practitioner
ACCESS Community Health Network
Julie Walner, MM, CPA
Repro TLC Board Treasurer / Real Estate Financial Consultant
JMB Financial Advisors, LLC
Kathy Chan
Director of Policy
Cook County Health and Hospitals System
Kevin Hu, MD
Repro TLC Board Secretary / Family Physician & Residency Faculty
Cleveland Clinic
Lorie Chaiten, JD
Repro TLC Co-Founder, Senior Staff Attorney
Reproductive Freedom Project, ACLU Foundation
Morgan Madison, MD
Family Medicine Physician
PCC Community Wellness Center
Naima Murphy-Salcido, MS
Nonprofit Arts Administrator
Good Ear Consulting, LLC
Stephanie Tillman, PhD (c), CNM
Repro TLC Board Chair / PhD Candidate, Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics Health at Saint Louis University
Feminist Midwife, LLC
THANK YOU TO OUR amazing
funders and partners
Our funders
Angell Family Foundation
Anonymous – Family Foundation
Argosy Foundation
Dr. Barnett A. Slepian Memorial Fund at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Chicago Foundation for Women
Conant Family Foundation
Elaine and Barry Nekritz
The Ellie Fund
Every page foundation
Grant Healthcare Foundation
Irving Harris Foundation
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd
James P. & Brenda S. Grusecki Family Foundation
Forefront EACI
The Kellcie Fund
Lakshmi Foundation
The Lehman-Stamm Family Fund
Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund
Lefkofsky Family Foundation
Michael Reese Health Trust
Ms. Foundation for Women
The Mayer and Morris Kaplan Family Foundation
Reggi Marder Foundation
Summer Oaks Foundation
Polk Bros Foundation
our partners
THANK YOU TO OUR amazing
funders and partners
Our funders
Angell Family Foundation
Anonymous – Family Foundation
Argosy Foundation
Dr. Barnett A. Slepian Memorial Fund at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Chicago Foundation for Women
Conant Family Foundation
Elaine and Barry Nekritz
The Ellie Fund
Every page foundation
Grant Healthcare Foundation
Irving Harris Foundation
Gorlitz Foundation Ltd
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