The Royal College of Midwives, since its foundation in 1881, has sought to work with and support midwives from all over the world, through international fora and committees and by fostering links with individual midwives and associations.
Information about some of these activities and the main international organisations and initiatives behind them are given in this section.
Join The RCM as an International Member.
HAITI EARTHQUAKE EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUND
The RCM has donated £500 as a start-up contribution to support Merlin (NGO) which has a strong long-term presence in Haiti and is involved in significant work in the maternal and child health field. A collection of over £600 was also raised at the Annual Midwifery Awards on the 27th Jan, which will also be going towards the relief fund.
The RCM Boards for the UK are also making arrangements in each of the countries, by involving members to build up further donations, for example:
- RCM UK Board for Wales plan to hold a collection at the St David’s Day Conference on the 25th Feburary
- RCM UK Board for England plan to do collection at the Mothers and Midwives Collaborative Conference for the maternity family on 15 April 2010 in Bradford and at various other events such as the Professional discussion forums.
If you have not had an opportunity to contribute to the Haiti Relief Fund and wish to donate, please click here to visit the Merlin website and to make your contribution.
Thinking of working abroad? Download our advice and information booklet for those who may be considering or planning to practise midwifery overseas.
Bangladesh Health Project
For Summer Semester (May 5 - August 2010) and Autumn Semester (September 5 –December 2010) College of Nursing IUBAT, Dhaka Bangladesh is looking for volunteer teachers in the following areas:
- Maternal and Child Health Nursing (Classroom and hospital supervision)
- Introduction to Nursing (Classroom and lab)
- Medical Surgical Nursing (Classroom and hospital supervision)
- Community Health Nursing (Summer only)
- Nursing Research (Autumn only)
Our greatest need just now is for clinical supervisors with maternity nursing experience.
Previous experience as a nurse educator is not required. Classes are in English. We have prepared lessons, exams and assignments. We welcome volunteers in any health discipline who have a passion for development work.
Click here for more information about this project and support available for volunteers.
