Mission Statement

The mission of Tines Family Tree Inc. is to enhance, promote, protect, and preserve the history and legacy of Commie Tines through educational initiatives, genealogical and historical research, and targeted publications that highlight her transformative work as a Southern midwife, community healer, and maternal health pioneer.

Vision Statement

To inspire future generations, birth workers, and historians by establishing Commie Tines’ vital role in American healthcare history, honoring the vital tradition of Black grandmothers and midwives in the rural South.

Core Pillars of Tines Family Tree Inc.

• Preservation & Historical Research: Uncovering, archiving, and documenting census records, oral histories, and local records to accurately paint the picture of Commie Tines’ life, work, and lineage.

• Education & Storytelling: Publishing materials, hosting community workshops, and developing educational resources that tell the story of early Southern midwives and their contributions to maternal health.

• Advocacy & Legacy in Birth Work: Bridging the gap between historic Southern midwifery and the modern doula movement by supporting current birth workers and maternal health access initiatives.