ICM is the global voice of midwives

We work with midwives and midwives’ associations globally to ensure that women and gender diverse people have access to a midwife’s care before, during and after childbirth. We advocate for midwives to practise the full scope of our profession, providing education, sexual and reproductive health services and newborn care.

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We provide

support and assistance

leadership development

resources

professional development

to more than 100 midwives’ associations globally.

Recent News

16 April 2025

Regional Professional Committee Vacancy Americas – Emerging Leader  

The Americas RPC seeks an Emerging Leader to help strengthen midwifery regionally and globally through strategic collaboration and support.

Association, Uncategorized, Americas
10 April 2025

Announcing the Launch of the Midwife Leaders Executive Sponsorship Programme 

This 24-month programme supports both emerging and existing midwife leaders, helping to advance SRMNAH while safeguarding the future of the midwifery profession.

Leadership
31 March 2025

Creating a Student Membership Category: A Model Based on the RCM Approach 

Creating a student membership category strengthens midwifery communities by fostering engagement, mentorship, and professional growth from early education stages.

Association, Europe
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Upcoming Events

5 May 2025 @ 14:00 CEST
Online
English, French, Spanish

International Day of the Midwife 2025 – Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis

Midwives are essential first responders in humanitarian crises—providing care even in the most challenging conditions. This online event invites midwives, experts, and the public to explore their critical role through powerful documentaries, live discussions, and interactive activities. 
14 Jun 2026 — 18 Jun 2026
Lisbon, Portugal
English, French, Spanish

34th ICM Triennial Congress

The 34th ICM Triennial Congress will take place from 14–18 June 2026 in the vibrant city of Lisbon, Portugal, co-hosted by the Associação Portuguesa Dos Enfermeiros Obstetras (APEO). Known for its rich history, stunning architecture, cultural attractions, and bustling nightlife, Lisbon is the perfect backdrop for this global gathering of midwives. 
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Midwives are Stronger Together

ICM members get access to education, networking and support to help grow our profession.

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Resources

ICM prepares and regularly updates tools and standards for midwives. Read our resources on topics related to midwifery, maternal, newborn, sexual and reproductive health.

A midwife uses a laptop in the clinic.
Toolkit/Tool, Website

E-Learning Modules

The ICM eLearning platform, available to all midwives who are members of an ICM member association, hosts a set of interactive, online resources and eLearning modules for midwives, associations, educators, and regulatory authorities.
Guide

Guide for Midwifery Leadership

This guide sets out what form midwifery leadership should take in every country to support the development of a safe, high quality maternity care system.
Core Document

Global Standards for Midwifery Education

The ICM Standards for Midwifery Education are an essential pillar of ICM’s efforts to strengthen midwifery worldwide by promoting high quality education programmes that prepare midwives who meet the ICM definition of a midwife.
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