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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 06/10/2026

We're looking for an experienced midwife to join ICM as a Midwife Advisor! If you're fluent in French and English, an expert in education, regulation, research, practice, policy, or humanitarian health we want to hear from you. Apply now: zurl.co/hB2Bx

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 06/10/2026

Fragmented guidance and inconsistent implementation mean women still die from bleeding that could have been stopped. These consolidated guidelines from FIGO, ICM, and WHO provide unified, evidence-based strategies for prevention, diagnosis, and management. Access at: zurl.co/Z6Lrf

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 06/10/2026

A new podcast, simulation training and how research led by midwives is saving lives in Sierra Leone. Don't miss this and other uodates in our monthly newsletter. Subscribe now and get the latest issue at: zurl.co/WqLB2

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 05/10/2026

“Because midwives are science, patience, and conscience.” Luz from Paraguay tells us about the importance of sharing regional experiences at the ICM Triennial Congress!

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 05/10/2026

Every year, tens of thousands of women die from postpartum haemorrhage (PPH). Through the photos from the "Ending PPH Together" flashmob organised at the 34th ICM Triennial Congress, on World #PPHday we are reminded that these deaths are not inevitable.

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 02/10/2026

At the 81st UN General Assembly this week, ICM brought the voice of midwives to the global conversation. From primary health care to women's rights. From interprofessional collaboration to equity. Midwives were at the table—and the message was clear. Read more: zurl.co/jfzPx

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 02/10/2026

Jane, a midwife gives informational sessions at her clinic in Kampala. For #BreastCancerAwareness Month, we highlight the key part of midwives' work – provide unbiased education, incorporating evidence-based medicine, on non-communicable diseases like breast cancer. 📸 by Esther Mbabazi

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 01/10/2026

What world would you imagine if we had One Million More midwives? Rewatch the IDM 2026 webinar on: zurl.co/JKFqX

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 01/10/2026

This World PPH Day, ICM is joining FIGO , WHO , and HRP Research for a global webinar marking one year since the launch of the Guidelines for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of postpartum haemorrhage. 📅 5 October 2026 🕐 14:00 CEST 🔗 Register now: zurl.co/uPK91

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 30/09/2026

In our first session of the Post-Congress Webinar Series, Musawo Betty Care and Research Centre will share conduct a workshop developed in Uganda in response to the challenges facing adolescents, including teenage pregnancy. Date: 7 October 2026 Time: 14:00 CEST Register: zurl.co/mplbh

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 29/09/2026

Midwives need quality education on family planning and comprehensive abortion care. The second phase of the C4W initiative is making it happen across five countries—through curriculum reviews, faculty development, and stronger collaboration between midwives and ob-gyns. Read more: zurl.co/YnTKW

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 29/09/2026

Strong midwifery education is the foundation of a strong midwifery workforce. The updated ICM Global Standards for Midwifery Education provide a framework to support high-quality education programmes, strengthen teaching and learning. Explore the updated resource: zurl.co/QhXqY

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 28/09/2026

In humanitarian emergencies, breastfeeding provides safe food and water without electricity or supplies. Midwives are perfectly positioned to protect breastfeeding in crises. But they're often excluded from emergency planning. Read more at: zurl.co/TEoLk

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 28/09/2026

On this International #SafeAbortionDay swipe to hear from Ritah, a midwife in Uganda about what changed everything for her—and why putting women first means setting our own values aside.

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 26/09/2026

Delia dos Santos is a midwife from Timor-Leste who holds her community activities, teaching women about contraceptive methods, empowering them to make informed choices about their reproductive health. On #WorldContraceptionDay, we celebrate midwives like Delia.

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 25/09/2026

Olive Tengera spent over two decades transforming midwifery in Rwanda, building national curricula and expanding midwifery education from one institution to nine. From being ICM's Board member for Africa, Olive is now Chief Midwifery Officer at Rwanda's Ministry of Health. Read more: zurl.co/z0TGp

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 24/09/2026

This World PPH Day, join us to hear how countries and health professionals are translating evidence into action, share lessons from implementation and explore what it will take to accelerate progress in preventing and treating PPH. 📅 5 October 2026 🕐 14:00 CEST 🔗 Register now: zurl.co/5sOZF

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 23/09/2026

This is the midwifery community in action! Rika and Chisa from Japan share their Congress experience — the energy, the power, and what they will bring back with them.

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 22/09/2026

For many women, labour and birth are profound but normal physiological processes. When supported by a skilled midwife working autonomously, physiological birth leads to fewer complications, better outcomes, and more positive birth experiences. Download the full updated statement at: zurl.co/03GQD

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 21/09/2026

Do you have a story tied to one of the upcoming advocacy days? Something personal, powerful, and worth sharing? Submit your story at the link in bio. If selected, we'll feature you in a blog, interview, and across our platforms. Learn more and fill out the form at: zurl.co/rgv3z

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 17/09/2026

Hege Ersdal, Professor in Simulation and Global Health at Stavanger University, opened the fourth plenary session at the 34th ICM Triennial Congress with a clear reminder of why innovation in midwifery matters. Watch the full plenary again at: zurl.co/Vac6Y

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 17/09/2026

Patient safety starts with enabling midwives to work to their full scope of practice. When midwives provide evidence-based, patient-centred care, they prevent harm, reduce complications, and improve outcomes for women and newborns. #WorldPatientSafetyDay

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 16/09/2026

Catch up on our webinars with our #WatchBack series! Explore how the Midwifery Regulation Standards and the Companion Guide can support stronger, more effective regulation systems. Watch the webinar here: zurl.co/wr561

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 15/09/2026

Globally, 40.8 million people are living with HIV—and midwives are uniquely positioned to prevent, identify, and manage it. Our updated position statement affirms midwives' critical role in HIV prevention, testing, treatment and care. Access at: zurl.co/pYseM

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 14/09/2026

How are we doing with our website, social media, newsletter and International Day of the Midwife content? Your feedback will shape what we prioritise next. Take the survey now: zurl.co/AZ0GA

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 11/09/2026

Visa barriers prevented some presenters from sharing their work at Congress. So we're bringing their work to you! ICM is launching a post-Congress webinar series featuring accepted presentations, making Congress content accessible to midwives worldwide. Register now: zurl.co/IFmLP

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 10/09/2026

What are the five countries with the highest neonatal mortality rate? Swipe through to find out and check out how your country scores. Explore this and more data on the Midwives’ Data Hub: zurl.co/HeLhs

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 09/09/2026

Hear what Congress meant to Hibo. 🎥 Join us at the next Triennial Congress to meet activists and midwives from across the world and share experiences with them.

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 08/09/2026

This #ResourceTuesday, our updated position statement on Ethical Commercial Sponsorships sets clear ethical guidelines, calling to refuse unethical sponsorships and adopt clear ethical guidelines aligned with WHO guidance, ensuring independence and evidence-based care. Access here: zurl.co/d8b41

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 07/09/2026

Want to stay up to date with the latest news, spotlights and opportunities? Subscribe now to our monthly newsletter and get the latest issue: zurl.co/H6wuJ

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 04/09/2026

Midwifery students at the University of Rijeka learn about different birth positions with lecturer Magdalena Kurbanovic. High quality, competencies-based education prepares midwives to work to their full scope of practice. 📸 By Daniela Mikicic

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 04/09/2026

This #SexualHealthDay, explore Health Starts Here, a global hub from WHO/HRP bringing together resources, events, evidence and stories to support better sexual and reproductive health and rights. Explore it here: zurl.co/Nm76R

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 03/09/2026

Extreme Heat: A Guide for Midwives is now accessible to even more midwives around the world. This helps midwives protect the health of women, newborns and families as extreme heat becomes a growing threat. Disponible ahora en español: zurl.co/PAf2z Maintenant disponible en français: zurl.co/cLnX0

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 03/09/2026

“I was seeking evidence-based care and informed consent. I found it only with midwives.” Janhavi Nilekani, founder of Aastrika Midwifery Centre in India, opened the session with a powerful keynote rooted in her own birth experience. Rewatch the full plenary session: zurl.co/vEyYb

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 02/09/2026

Missed this? Catch up now with our #Watchback. From our International Day of the Midwife 2025 virtual event, this powerful discussion brought together midwives, experts, and advocates to explore the indispensable role midwives play during crises. Watch the full webinar: zurl.co/laD3s

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 02/09/2026

The new guidance from UNFPA, developed with technical contributions from ICM, provides practical steps to integrate midwives as leaders throughout humanitarian response. This tool empowers countries to ensure midwives lead before, during and after crises. Learn more: zurl.co/F5dNW

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 01/09/2026

For this #ResourceTuesday, we are sharing our updated position statement calling for midwifery models of care to be implemented in all settings: home, community, hospital, and crisis settings. Download the resource at: zurl.co/ZHIZV

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 01/09/2026

Join tomorrow's discussion by WHO/HRP launching World Sexual and Reproductive Health Month 2026, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and public health experts to examine advances and challenges in sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR). Register here: zurl.co/HuF6j

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 31/08/2026

Read this interesting analysis by Neel Shah, ICM Alliance Board Member and President of Healthy Moms Healthy Babies America, on what's really driving maternity care crises - and why integrated, well-resourced team-based care with midwives at the centre is essential. 🔗 zurl.co/10NoA

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 31/08/2026

New research on consultant midwives in the UK reveals a critical gap: while these roles are essential for quality care, many lack the structured development, role clarity, and system-level support needed to truly impact practice. Read more: zurl.co/g73BN

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 28/08/2026

Extreme heat is a growing threat to the health of pregnant women, newborns and the midwives who care for them. We've created quick-reference PowerPoint tables covering how to recognise, prevent and respond to dehydration, overheating and heat-related illness. Download them: zurl.co/89Y0g

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 25/08/2026

Over 230 million women and girls globally have undergone Female Genital Mutilation. Midwives have a critical role to play in its prevention and elimination. This statement provides clear recommendations for policymakers, midwives' associations, and individual midwives. 🔗: zurl.co/6p7Hz

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 24/08/2026

Leadership in midwifery isn't limited to senior positions or management roles—it starts during education and develops throughout your entire career. Read the Global Competencies for Midwife Leaders: zurl.co/30XOU

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 21/08/2026

Two midwives provide antenatal education to a group of pregnant women outside a clinic in Rwanda. Midwifery care doesn't happen in isolation — it happens within families and communities that shape whether, when, and how women access it. 📸 by Jacques Nkinzingabo

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 20/08/2026

What are some practical ways women can adapt to prevent heat stress? ICM's adapted “B.E.A.T. the Heat” acronym teaches us what to do. Check it out and share this with the midwives, women and families you care for. Get more tips and learn about extreme heat in our Guide: zurl.co/kj280

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 19/08/2026

For World #HumanitarianDay, midwife Kanata Akter shares her experience providing care in the Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh — where trust, dignity, and respectful care meant the difference between women avoiding facilities and choosing midwife-led care. Read her full story: zurl.co/Nujrw

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 18/08/2026

The International Code of Ethics sets out the ethical foundations guiding midwives everywhere. On #ResourceTuesday, use the Code to navigate complex situations, advocate for reproductive justice, & ground your practice in rights-based, respectful care. Access the document: zurl.co/vI2Yy

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 14/08/2026

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC is on track to become the deadliest on record according to WHO — Our Midwives' Data Hub brings together expert resources to help midwives and health workers on the frontlines to protect themselves and the women and families they serve. Access it now: zurl.co/SDbpO

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 13/08/2026

🌡️Heat accelerates air pollution and wildfire smoke, raising the risk of pre-eclampsia, low birth weight, and stillbirth. This danger peaks in the third trimester and during wildfire season. Check your local Air Quality Index (AQI), especially during heatwaves. Learn more: zurl.co/k0yJQ

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International Confederation of Midwives @internationalmidwives.org · 12/08/2026

Youth Day 2026 is about young people having real opportunity and a voice in shaping their future. Over the past year, the Royal College of Midwives in the UK shared 9 blogs with us on why and how midwifery associations should engage, support, and champion their students. 🔗 zurl.co/uNQaQ

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