Shaping the Future of Midwifery: Financial Sustainability and Education Equity!!!
This event brings together leaders, educators, and practitioners to discuss critical issues facing midwifery today.
Why Financial Sustainability and Education Equity Matter
As the accrediting body responsible for maintaining the quality and integrity of direct entry midwifery programs, we recognize the critical importance of addressing the challenges of financial sustainability and education equity in midwifery. These issues directly impact the health and well-being of midwives and the communities they serve.
- Financial Sustainability: Certified Professional Midwives play a crucial role in improving maternal and newborn outcomes, yet many find it difficult to sustain their practices due to economic challenges. With limited reimbursement options, increasing operational costs, and funding constraints, certified professional midwives—especially those serving vulnerable populations—are at risk. We believe exploring new models that support economic viability in the profession is imperative.
- Education Equity: Access to quality midwifery education is a central focus of our mission, but we recognize that systemic barriers—such as cost, location, and availability—make it difficult for many aspiring midwives to enter the field. Ensuring that midwifery education is accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic background, is essential for the future of community births. A diverse and well-trained community of birthworkers improves health equity and outcomes for mothers and newborns nationwide and beyond.
The Role of Accreditation in Advancing the Profession
As the accrediting body, MEAC is pivotal in shaping direct entry midwifery education and practice. We understand that to maintain high standards of care, we must also support the sustainability of certified professional midwifery and ensure that students from all backgrounds have equal opportunities to pursue a career in midwifery. This conference aligns with our commitment to advancing these goals by providing a platform to discuss and develop actionable solutions.
Conference Highlights
This event will bring together key stakeholders to discuss how we can address financial and educational challenges within midwifery. Sessions will include:
- Innovative Models for Financial Sustainability: Explore successful strategies that CPM practices can adopt to ensure economic stability while maintaining high-quality care.
- Education Equity Initiatives: Learn about initiatives to make direct entry midwifery education more accessible to underrepresented and underserved populations.
- Advocacy and Policy Discussions: Participate in discussions about the role of accreditation, policy changes, and funding models that can support direct entry to midwifery education and financial sustainability.
- Best Practices in Accreditation: Gain insights into how accreditation standards evolve to support education equity and sustainability in midwifery programs.
Why Attend?
This conference is designed for anyone involved in midwifery education, practice, or advocacy, including:
- Midwifery educators and program directors
- Practicing midwives and healthcare professionals
- Policymakers and healthcare advocates
- Students and aspiring midwives
- Accreditation and regulatory bodies
By attending, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful conversations, share experiences, and collaborate on solutions that will shape the future of midwifery.
Moving Forward: Our Commitment
At MEAC, we are committed to ensuring that midwifery remains a sustainable, equitable, and essential profession within healthcare. Together, we can work toward building a future where midwives have the financial resources and educational opportunities needed to thrive and serve their communities.
Join us at the Shaping the Future of Midwifery: Financial Sustainability and Education Equity conference to participate in this critical conversation.
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