Our Story

Midwest Sister Circle Inc. was born from a combination of waiting and resilience. After facing more than a decade of infertility, Dominque Borneman founded the organization in 2023 to create a safe and compassionate space for women journeying through every stage of motherhood, the joy, the grief, and the healing.

What began as a gathering of twelve women quickly became a movement rooted in sisterhood and purpose. Shortly after founding the organization, Dominque experienced pregnancy and infant loss, strengthening her devotion to maternal mental health and to helping women find peace in the spaces where pain and love meet.

The commitment to domestic violence advocacy was shaped by another tragedy, the loss of our founder’s sister in 2009. Her memory fuels the work we do today and stands as a reminder that healing is not only personal but collective.

Now, Midwest Sister Circle Inc. serves as a community of hope and restoration for women across Central Indiana. Through education, advocacy, and connection, we stand beside women as they heal, grow, and rise, because healing begins in community, and no woman should ever walk alone.

Our Board of Directors

Our Mission

Dominque Borneman

Dominque , 38, of Indianapolis, is a devoted wife, mother, labor and delivery nurse, certified life coach, and aspiring nurse midwife.

A proud product of "The Village," Dominique has long understood the importance of women having a circle of like-minded individuals to learn from, lean on, and love.

Through her nursing journey, Dominque witnessed the healthcare disparities faced by women, especially Black and Brown women and became passionate about closing that gap through sisterhood and education.

She firmly believes in the power of self-advocacy and emphasizes the importance of being informed to advocate effectively.

This is why MWSC was formed.

De’Ja Tibbs

De’Ja is a dedicated Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Marion County, Indiana, who believes deeply in the transformative power of sisterhood and the collective strength of women.

Passionate about justice and empowerment, De’Ja strives to create safe, inspiring spaces where women can share their stories, uplift one another, and build solidarity.

She is committed to breaking barriers, challenging injustice, and fostering meaningful change—both in personal lives and within communities. By amplifying women’s voices and promoting a culture of mutual support, De’Ja exemplifies her dedication to justice and the advancement of women everywhere.

Dymon Barrett

Dymon , 38, Director of Recruitment and Enrollment at Circle City Prep, is a passionate advocate for education, community empowerment, sisterhood, and maternal health.

She is dedicated to supporting the mental well-being of women and children while creating opportunities for families to access quality education, community resources, and mental health services.

A proud foster and adoptive mother, wife, and sorority leader, Dymon believes in the power of connection, advocacy, and using one’s voice to uplift others. Through her work, she strives to create spaces where women and families feel supported, valued, heard, and empowered to thrive.

Carmen

Carmen Chowning, Director of Events, is a driven IT and freelance project manager with a strong foundation in healthcare management. After making Indianapolis home, she felt an immediate connection to the mission of Midwest Sister Circle Inc.—a space rooted in empowerment, sisterhood, and meaningful community support.

Carmen is passionate about creating environments where women feel seen, supported, and strengthened through shared experiences. She is committed to expanding access to resources, fostering genuine connection, and championing the transformative impact of community. Through her thoughtful leadership, every event is crafted to embody the organization’s core values of empowerment, solidarity, and collective strength.

At MWSC, we are dedicated to educating, empowering, and advocating for women from all walks of life, creating safe spaces and access to resources that promote maternal mental health, domestic violence awareness, and holistic well-being.

Midwest Sister Circle stands for more than community, we stand for change.

Want to get involved?

Positions Available:

Executive Assistant
Program Director
Community Service Director
Fundraiser Coordinator
Social Media and Marketing Director

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