International Day of the Midwife 2026 Virtual Event: One Million More Midwives

Join us on 5 May for a special virtual event celebrating the International Day of the Midwife and amplifying the global movement One Million More Midwives. This event will highlight the urgent need for an additional one million midwives worldwide to meet the sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn, and adolescent health needs of women and gender-diverse people.

Hear from midwife leaders and community advocates about how the One Million More Midwives Petition is driving change for fair pay, safe working conditions, workforce protection, and recognition of private and self-employed midwives. Be inspired by real-world advocacy stories, the official launch of the 34th ICM Triennial Congress Song, and practical guidance on how midwives and associations can use the petition to influence national and local policy.

Together, we can mobilise collective action and build momentum towards the 34th ICM Triennial Congress in Lisbon, June 2026.