International Confederation of Midwives

ICM is leaving X📢 This platform no longer aligns with our values of respect, dignity, compassion, and the promotion of human rights for all! 📖 Read our statement: zurl.co/YirQm 🌐Find us on Bluesky: zurl.co/1xA0I Thanks for being part of our community💙

A study in Kenya shows that mentoring educators in emergency obstetric and newborn care improves both teaching quality and student skills, leading to better maternal and newborn health outcomes. Learn more: zurl.co/UF8Ne

🌍 We are seeking a consultant/agency to help develop the ICM Leadership Academy—a platform empowering midwives through leadership development programs. 📅 Submit proposals by 03 March 2025, 12:00 noon CET. 📧 Details: zurl.co/BkCpB #MidwiferyLeadership #RFP

Read this inspiring letter from Jeffthanie Mathurin, an ICM YML alumna, to young midwives! If enabled, they can drive change and shape the future of SRHR. Read her letter now: zurl.co/MSE40

Continuing our #ResourceTuesday feature, today we’re highlighting the difference between Midwives' Associations & Regulatory Bodies! 🩺 Learn how each supports midwives differently: zurl.co/0b9XF

ICM is now a member of the Acute Care Action Network (ACAN)! We're working to strengthen emergency, critical & operative care services, focusing on improving outcomes for maternal & newborn health. Learn more: zurl.co/uZmUt

📚 For this #InternationalDayOfEducation, explore our education resources, designed to help midwives, MAs and other stakeholders design and implement educational programmes that meet ICM Standards. 🔗 Discover more: zurl.co/exIBf #MidwiferyEducation

Interested in starting a midwives' association? 🤔 This #ResourceTuesday, check out our step-by-step guidelines to build a collective voice for midwives and improve care worldwide. 🌍 Download now: zurl.co/wq56F

Midwives champion CHOICE & CONTROL, says Lia Brigante, midwife & ICM Europe Board Member. 🌟 Let's celebrate their vital role in SRH care!

📸 This beautiful snapshot captures how midwives provide holistic care not just for women but for entire families. This midwife's role extends beyond health—it’s about connection, support, and empowerment. Cheers to midwives shaping happier futures! 🌟

Preconception Care Webinar Don't miss @FIGOHQ 's webinar on 22 Jan 2025, 14:00-15:30 UTC! Learn how preconception care transforms maternal & child health. 🌍 Register here: zurl.co/uGj8U

Midwives’ associations are the voice of midwives—advocating for quality care, professional development, and better policies. Learn about their vital role in our #ResourceTuesday feature. 🌟 zurl.co/0aWvR

🌍 Midwives in Bangladesh need your help! Donate to the With Women Christmas Charity Campaign to provide emergency delivery kits for safe births in crisis areas. 🤲 Donate here: zurl.co/kvzlO

🚨 Don’t miss the next edition of The Midwives' Voice! Our monthly newsletter is going out soon and it includes exciting updates on global midwifery news, interesting resources, engaging opportunities and more! 📬 Not subscribed yet? Don’t miss out! zurl.co/MKTMT

Midwives are on climate change's frontlines, providing care during crises. They need tools, training, and support to address health impacts effectively. Learn more: zurl.co/KvEIm #MidwivesandClimate

Behind the headlines of environmental catastrophe lies a quieter crisis: the health impacts of climate change on women, families and newborns, and the health providers at the forefront of this crisis. @world_midwives @TorresOyarzo healthpolicy-watch.news/midwives-are-a…

Tackling Preterm Birth Webinar Join FIGO's webinar on 9 Jan 2025, 13:00-14:30 UTC, to learn about the PremPrep-5 Initiative: 5 simple strategies to improve neonatal outcomes. 🌍 Register now: zurl.co/rLyl7

Join top experts to explore life-saving interventions and strategies for better neonatal care. 📅 9 January, 2025 | ⏰ 13:00 💡Key topics: Prenatal & postnatal care, care bundles and implementation insights. 👉 Register now for FIGO's next webinar: figo.ooo/3Bbxbfx

Midwives are vital to improving global SRMNAH care, yet barriers limit their full scope of practice. Learn about the policies needed to create an enabling environment in this policy brief. 🌍 zurl.co/s3aVW #ResourceTuesday

Midwives ensure women and families receive holistic, client-centered care. 💜 Let’s celebrate their essential contributions to SRHR and global health! #MidwivesMatter #SRHR