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#UBCMidwifery. Educating midwives since 2002. A four-year program preparing students to practice as registered midwives. Nurturing Lives and Empowering Futures. LINK IN BIO: t.co/0ElvqJSvlj

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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
September 30 is Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. For those of us educating future midwives, it also asks: What does reconciliation ask of a future midwife? Reconciliation is an ongoing responsibility. Learn, reflect and take action: bit.ly/4AAI1Wo
Musqueam Post by Musqueam artist Brent Sparrow Jr. among trees on the UBC Vancouver campus. Text reads: “Orange Shirt Day & National Day for Truth and Reconciliation,” with an orange shirt symbol and UBC Midwifery Program identification.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Congratulations to UBC Midwifery Clinical Placement Lead Kayley Redgers, recipient of a 2026 President’s Staff Award for Discover and Innovate for Impact! Her work connects students, preceptors and clinical learning opportunities across our distributed program in BC. 🔗 bit.ly/4cYuQVe
Group photo of 2026 President’s Staff Award recipients, with UBC Midwifery Clinical Placement Lead Kayley Redgers highlighted.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The 2026–27 academic year is underway at UBC Midwifery. We’re welcoming new and returning students and reflecting on a warm start to the year. See more from orientation, including photos and video: bit.ly/4yQHMoC
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
UBC Midwifery announces a leadership transition, effective Sept. 1. As Cecilia Jevitt begins a long-deferred sabbatical ahead of retirement, Allison Campbell will become Interim Program Director, joined by Associate Director Luba Butska. Read more: bit.ly/4zJkfqF
Graphic reads: Welcoming a new chapter in leadership. UBC Midwifery leadership transition. Read the announcement.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
UBC Midwifery joined colleagues from around the world at #ICM2026 in Lisbon, contributing to the scientific program, sharing research and strengthening international connections. Explore the congress highlights and presentation abstracts: bit.ly/44vvqoE
Banner graphic featuring a blue duotone panorama of Lisbon, Portugal, with International Confederation of Midwives and UBC Midwifery branding for the 34th ICM Triennial Congress.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Congratulations to Violet Ignace, recipient of the Amy E. Sauder and Jean Craig Smith Scholarships! Earlier this year, Violet was recognized for her leadership, academic excellence and commitment to community. Read her story: bit.ly/4b3CFI2
A portrait of a smiling woman with long brown hair looking over a large flower. The graphic celebrates Violet Ignace as a Wesbrook Scholar and recipient of the Amy E. Sauder and Jean Craig Smith Scholarships.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
This Pride Month, we celebrate the many ways people build families, communities and belonging. At UBC Midwifery, every family, every identity and every journey deserves respectful, affirming and compassionate care. Explore our Pride Month message: bit.ly/3QxkQtV
Graphic featuring the Progress Pride flag and the text: "Celebrating the many ways people build families, communities and belonging."
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Congratulations to the UBC Midwifery Class of 2026 — the largest graduating class in the program’s history. This year, 28 graduates are preparing to support families and communities across BC and beyond. Read more 🔗 bit.ly/3S6wHzp #UBCMidwifery #ClassOf2026
Midwifery graduates in their caps and gown outside in front of a rose garden.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Jade reflects on representation, advocacy, and the importance of culturally competent care in midwifery. Read her full reflections: bit.ly/4kLqG5u 🔗 #BlackHistoryMonth #MidwiferyEducation
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
In the final week of Black History Month, we’re continuing to share student reflections. Rosette speaks to culture, science, and community in midwifery care. Read her full story: bit.ly/4qMP5cx 🔗 #BlackHistoryMonth #MidwiferyEducation
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
We’re preparing to relaunch the IBPOC Mentors Network in 2026. IBPOC midwives interested in mentorship and IBPOC students seeking mentorship support are invited to add their name as we begin next steps toward relaunch. 👉 Interest form: bit.ly/4jaYYhX 👉 Full details: bit.ly/4pUzAzw
Colourful silhouettes of women with speech bubbles introducing the IBPOC Mentors Network at UBC Midwifery.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Generations of Black Midwifery Care. This Black History Month, we honour the enduring legacy of Black Midwives and their continued impact on maternity care. 🔗 Read the article: bit.ly/30YearsBHMCanada @ubcfamilypractice.bsky.social @ubcmedicine.bsky.social
Multi-colour duotone graphics featuring a collage of historical Black midwives, with UBC Midwifery branding and the text “Generations of Black Midwifery Care.”
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
New research featuring UBC Midwifery faculty from the Department of Family Practice. Read the editorial (link in original post).
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Birth Place Lab @birthplacelab.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
🎤Join Birth Place Lab in welcoming Dr. Kathrin Stoll as a speaker for the Justice and Equity in Perinatal Services Cluster Seminar Series, January 28th, 2026, at 12 PM PST/3 PM EST. [1/3]
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Good news for those who need a little more time with the supplemental application. To align with the date shown in the application portal, the deadline is 11:59 pm PST, January 20. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted!
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
UBC Midwifery is out of office Dec 24–Jan 4 and returns Jan 5. Responses will resume then. Wishing you a peaceful holiday season.❄️☃️⭐
Winter night scene with pine branches and softly glowing multicoloured lights used as a holiday banner image.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
UBC Midwifery celebrates Métis student Shayla Rolph, recipient of the Maija Leivo & Ian Herring Entrance Award. “My hope and desire is to bring birth back to the community.” — Shayla Rolph Her commitment to rural care and community-rooted birth inspires us. Read more → bit.ly/4rhmSvT
Graphic featuring Métis student Shayla Rolph smiling, alongside UBC Midwifery branding in UBC blue colours, with text announcing her spotlight and award recognition.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Spotlighting UBC Midwifery student, Joanna Nie, recipient of the Beedie Luminaries Shine Scholarship! “She always emphasized that my voice is a powerful tool, and the value of receiving health care in your first language.” — Joanna Read more: bit.ly/3LCBiGy #UBCMidwifery #BeedieLuminaries
Portrait of Joanna Nie with text: “Spotlight on Student Excellence — Beedie Luminaries Shine Scholar.” UBC blue branding.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Congrats to UBC Midwifery student Alycia Two Bears (Mistawasis Nêhiyawak First Nation), recipient of the Carol Hird Memorial Award! “Every Indigenous family deserves access to an Indigenous midwife.” - Alycia Two Bears Keep reading: bit.ly/3JIbhF2 #UBCMidwifery #ScholarshipSuccess
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) has honoured Dr. Saraswathi Vedam with the Lifetime Visionary Award! Her work at UBC and @birthplacelab.bsky.social drives equitable care worldwide. More on this achievement🔗 bit.ly/4qc3fol #UBCMidwifery #ACNM #VisionaryAward
Graphic text reads: Dr. Saraswathi Vedam recognized by the American College of Nurse-Midwives for Visionary Impact. Background is blue with multiple images of Dr. Vedam speaking. UBC Midwifery logo.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
Sept 30 is Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Explore JEDI Committee resources to support shared learning & reconciliation. 👉 bit.ly/OrangeShirtTRCDay2025 📷 Jamil Rhajiak/UBC of sʔi:ɬqəy̓ qeqən by Brent Sparrow, Musqueam #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters
Image of a totem pole carved with a double-headed serpent (sʔi:ɬqəy̓ qeqən), designed by Musqueam artist Brent Sparrow. The photo, taken by Jamil Rhajiak for UBC Brand & Marketing, has been screened in bright orange to honour Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Congratulations to UBC Midwifery student Echo Sulin (Ulkatcho First Nation), recipient of the Chief Joe Mathias and Vancouver Foundation First Nations scholarships! Keep reading-> bit.ly/46uWxkk #UBCMidwifery #IndigenousExcellence
UBC Midwifery student Echo Sulin smiling outdoors. Text overlay: “Student Spotlight: Merit Award Recipient.”
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
Interested in becoming a midwife in BC? Our Fall Information Sessions are here! Share with your networks to help grow the profession. bit.ly/UBCMidwifery... 🔗
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
This month marks 10 years since the launch of UBC’s Internationally Educated Midwives Bridging Program (IEMBP)! IEMBP has grown into a vital pathway supporting internationally educated midwives to practise in BC. 👉 Learn more: iembp.midwifery.ubc.ca
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
As International Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Week ends, Aug 1-7, UBC Midwifery highlights how midwives support families through all infant feeding journeys with evidence and compassion. Read more: bit.ly/3JpIdBy #InternationalBreastfeedingWeek #MidwiferyCare
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
We’re excited to share that Dr. Cecilia Jevitt, Director of UBC Midwifery, has been appointed Interim Co-Head of @UBCDeptFamPrac alongside Dr. Wendy V. Norman, effective Sept 2, 2025. More on this leadership update: bit.ly/3HlWbUu #UBCMidwifery #UBC #Leadership
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
We’re hiring clinical faculty! UBC Midwifery is seeking midwives with teaching experience and/or a Master’s degree for 2025 courses. Active or recent clinical practice required. Apply by July 31. Details on our website -> bit.ly/4ljtyWL
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UBC Midwifery Hiring Clinical Faculty for Teaching Roles in 2025 - UBC Midwifery
The UBC Midwifery Program is hiring clinical faculty to support several courses in the 2025 academic year. Positions are available across Term 1 and Term 2, with both online and in-person teaching opp...
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
Proud to announce the promotion of Allison Campbell to Associate Director of the UBC Midwifery Program, effective January 1, 2025. A strong advocate for equity and innovation, Campbell continues to shape the future of midwifery education in B.C. #UBCMidwifery #Leadership
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
This #IDM2025, we're sharing a micro interview series featuring stories of care during wildfires, pandemics, and more. Watch May 5th! bit.ly/3GQVAJN Illustrations via @internationalmidwives.org Learn about the IDM2025 global initiative: idm2025.internationalmidwives.org #IDM2025 #UBCMidwifery
Stylized graphic reading “Midwives, Critical in Every Crisis. Crisis Snapshots – Micro Series.” Includes illustrations from the IDM2025 Toolkit. UBC Midwifery logo included.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
We’re hiring a Program Director at UBC Midwifery! At the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (tenure). PhD required and must be eligible to register as a midwife in BC. Review and start dates are in the link. Apply here → bit.ly/JoinUBCMidwifery Please share! #UBCMidwifery #AcademicJobs
Graphic announcing a faculty job opportunity at UBC Midwifery. Text reads: We Are Hiring! Program Director. At the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (tenure). Link in post and bio.
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
Calling all UBC Midwifery preceptors and faculty! This #IDM2025, we’re sharing your voices. Theme: “Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis.” Share your 2-question story 👇 Deadline: May 5, 5 pm bit.ly/IDM2025Crisi... #UBCMidwifery
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
April is Caesarean Awareness Month. Midwives help reduce unnecessary C-sections by supporting informed choice, continuity of care, and collaborative, evidence-based birth planning. Discover how midwifery care supports families across BC. #CaesareanAwarenessMonth #MidwiferyMatters #UBCMidwifery
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UBC Midwifery @ubcmidwifery.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Hello, Bluesky! We’re UBC Midwifery, part of the Department of Family Practice in UBC’s Faculty of Medicine. We educate and support future midwives across BC. Follow us for updates, advocacy, and stories. #UBCMidwifery #Midwifery
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