The Boston Breastfeeding Coalition supports individual community leaders in developing their skills as lactation support professionals in order to increase breastfeeding support access across Boston and offer professional development pathways for community leaders.
Apply Now: Applications for the 2026 ROSE Community Transformer Training are open!
2026 ROSE Community Transformer Training
Interested in an opportunity for training in Peer Breastfeeding Support?
Apply today to participate in the ROSE Community Transformer Training hosted by the Boston Breastfeeding Coalition and Vital Village Network in partnership with Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere (ROSE)!
Learn More & Apply Here: https://cutt.ly/ROSE2026
The ROSE Community Transformer Training workshop takes place over three days. During the training, individuals will learn essential skills for providing peer counseling in lactation management and methods for making referrals to resources for interventions outside their scope of practice. The first two days, led by Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere, use an evidence-based curriculum on providing peer breastfeeding support. The third day of the workshop is designed and led by Boston Breastfeeding Coalition members and will focus on how to organize and host a lactation support group! Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPS) will be available for this training.
After completing the ROSE training, scholarship recipients will complete 6 months of volunteering with a breastfeeding support group or our breastfeeding Warmline. These support groups are currently being held virtually, hybrid, and/or in-person.
Learn More & Apply Here: https://cutt.ly/ROSE2026
Apply today to participate in the ROSE Community Transformer Training hosted by the Boston Breastfeeding Coalition and Vital Village Network in partnership with Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere (ROSE)!
Learn More & Apply Here: https://cutt.ly/ROSE2026
The ROSE Community Transformer Training workshop takes place over three days. During the training, individuals will learn essential skills for providing peer counseling in lactation management and methods for making referrals to resources for interventions outside their scope of practice. The first two days, led by Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere, use an evidence-based curriculum on providing peer breastfeeding support. The third day of the workshop is designed and led by Boston Breastfeeding Coalition members and will focus on how to organize and host a lactation support group! Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPS) will be available for this training.
After completing the ROSE training, scholarship recipients will complete 6 months of volunteering with a breastfeeding support group or our breastfeeding Warmline. These support groups are currently being held virtually, hybrid, and/or in-person.
- Training Dates: March 18-20, 2026 9:00 - 4:00p EST
- Training Location: Virtual
- Application Deadline: Friday February 13th, at 11:59 PM EST
Learn More & Apply Here: https://cutt.ly/ROSE2026
We are excited to offer a lactation training opportunity through Lactation Education Resources. This comprehensive training includes 52+ hours of lactation education, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to support families through pregnancy, breastfeeding initiation, and the full course of lactation.
LER Intensive Cohort Expectations
The LER Intensive Cohort is a 6 week accelerated learning experience designed for Scholars who are ready to engage deeply in their lactation education journey. This program requires a significant time commitment, with Scholars expected to dedicate approximately 10 - 15 hours each week to course materials, assignments, and scheduled cohort sessions.
Although the cohort is fully virtual, the learning experience is highly interactive and relationship-centered. Scholars are expected to actively participate in live sessions, group discussions, and collaborative learning activities. Because of the intensive nature of this program, applicants are strongly encouraged to carefully consider whether they have the protected time and capacity to fully participate in this intensive experience. We recognize that committing to an intensive program is a significant decision. This cohort is best suited for Scholars who are ready to prioritize their learning during this time and who value community, shared accountability, and mutual support.
LER Intensive Cohort Timelines
The LER Intensive Cohort will be offered twice this year, with one cohort in the spring and one in the fall. Both cohorts follow the same six week intensive format and require the same level of time commitment and engagement.
Review the Spring and Fall Cohort Date and Apply Here: https://cutt.ly/LER2026
Training Location: Virtual
Application Deadline: Friday February 20th, at 11:59 PM EST
Decisions will be issued by late March. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
LER Intensive Cohort Expectations
The LER Intensive Cohort is a 6 week accelerated learning experience designed for Scholars who are ready to engage deeply in their lactation education journey. This program requires a significant time commitment, with Scholars expected to dedicate approximately 10 - 15 hours each week to course materials, assignments, and scheduled cohort sessions.
Although the cohort is fully virtual, the learning experience is highly interactive and relationship-centered. Scholars are expected to actively participate in live sessions, group discussions, and collaborative learning activities. Because of the intensive nature of this program, applicants are strongly encouraged to carefully consider whether they have the protected time and capacity to fully participate in this intensive experience. We recognize that committing to an intensive program is a significant decision. This cohort is best suited for Scholars who are ready to prioritize their learning during this time and who value community, shared accountability, and mutual support.
LER Intensive Cohort Timelines
The LER Intensive Cohort will be offered twice this year, with one cohort in the spring and one in the fall. Both cohorts follow the same six week intensive format and require the same level of time commitment and engagement.
Review the Spring and Fall Cohort Date and Apply Here: https://cutt.ly/LER2026
Training Location: Virtual
Application Deadline: Friday February 20th, at 11:59 PM EST
Decisions will be issued by late March. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
