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VIDM 2024 Conference sessions will be presented and recorded using Zoom mobile friendly webconferencing technology, thanks to our colleagues at Frontier Nursing University. Links to the recordings from previous years are available on our @VirtualMidwives YouTube channel and linked below in each session listing as they become available after the conference.
Speakers: Yasmin Vaughan, Kathleen Pfohl and Mariama Massaquoi
Facilitator: Hayat Gomaa
Abstract:
Skilled birth attendants, particularly midwives, play a crucial role in reducing preventable maternal and newborn deaths. In January 2024, Helping Children Worldwide collaborated with six other organizations to host a 5-day training conference on emergency procedures in maternal and newborn health in Sierra Leone. Our presentation will argue that organizations should prioritize investments in training and supporting midwives in LMICs, highlighting the positive and sustainable impact on both health outcomes and broader development goals. Further, presenters will talk in a panel discussion about best practices for these trainings, highlighting practical steps to planning a training conference, lessons learned, and the value that collaboration brings to this work.
Check the time in your location: https://bit.ly/VIDM24-session-19
Access: https://frontier.zoom.us/j/83732181958?pwd=FDb0LK940MwvCwO7on4H1T4HZaWTL8.1
Recording: TBA
Speaker: Kate Stringer
Facilitator: Portia Khanyile Shanduka
Abstract:
An exploratory assessment of a global health partnership (GHP) for midwives between the UK and India. India has recently embarked on a transformative maternal health program to strengthen midwifery training across the country. UK midwives from a South East NHS Trust were partnered with midwives in Hyderabad, India in a project designed to strengthen midwifery leadership. Education resources were provided via online systems and a clinical site visit was undertaken. Aim To explore Indian and UK midwives’ experiences of participating in a global health partnership including what were the reciprocal perceived benefits and challenges in knowledge and leadership capability and development for both groups of midwives participating in the project. Method A qualitative exploratory study using semi-structured qualitative interviews to provide insight into participants’ experience of participating in the GHP following the conclusion of the project. Participants consisted of 14 UK and Indian midwives. Results Midwives in all settings found the partnership beneficial. Participants shared enhanced leadership capacity including examples of compassionate leadership and emotional intelligence. The GHP had provided a renewed sense of worth and encouraged continuing advocacy in a challenging environment Conclusion Midwives in all settings demonstrated enhanced leadership skills. The UK midwives reported increased joy and satisfaction in their UK roles. The research findings suggest GHP opportunities for UK midwives may offer leadership growth and retention opportunities for the NHS.
Check the time in your location: https://bit.ly/VIDM24-session-22
Access the zoom room here: https://frontier.zoom.us/j/85074970416?pwd=pZs559VS9VaS8HXG4GwQsvTxN8ZGL2.1
Recording: TBA
