Supporting parents, caregivers, and birth workers through perinatal mental health, financial literacy, and early childhood development.
Building Strong Futures from Birth
About the Program
Brilliant Beginnings expands access to perinatal mental health support, financial literacy, and early childhood development resources for families in Oakland. We provide trauma-informed care through parent workshops, therapy access, and birth worker training to ensure every family has the tools to create a stable, college-bound environment.
50 early childhood providers trained annually
75 parents supported annually through structured workshops
Programs available in
English & Spanish
How Brilliant Beginnings Works
For Parents:
⓵ Referral & Enrollment: Families are referred through Alameda County schools and providers.
⓶ Attend Support Programs: Parents participate in Bringing Home Baby and CommunEmpower, two structured, trauma-informed programs.
⓷ Gain Financial Literacy: Parents attend workshops on budgeting, savings, and financial planning for their child’s education.
For Providers:
⓵ Enroll in Perinatal Mental Health Training: Learn trauma-informed techniques to better support Black families.
⓶ Apply Knowledge to Practice: Implement mental health strategies in your work as a birth worker or childcare provider.
