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von Natalia

One of the most powerful moments of the plenary session today was a collective protest by Indigenous midwives from Canada, the United States, Norway, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries. They stood together in response to the ICM’s decision to withdraw its position statement on partnership between Indigenous and non-Indigenous midwives.

A powerful reminder that advocacy, solidarity, and respectful partnership remain essential to our profession.

Today was my final day at the International Confederation of Midwives Congress 2026 in Lisbon. I'm now heading back to Zurich to complete my final ZMC internship. I’m looking forward to seeing some of you again at the graduation ceremony at on September 4. Until then, I wish everyone a wonderful summer!

von Natalia

Sunday’s opening ceremony of the ICM Congress felt like a blend of the Rio Carnival and the Olympic Games! 🎉🌎
Inspiring speeches from global leaders, the introduction of the new ICM Council Board, vibrant artistic performances, and the parade of flags created an unforgettable atmosphere.

In the next four days over 3,000 midwives from around the world will be attending lectures, symposia, and hands-on workshops covering a wide range of obstetric and healthcare topics.

I’m incredibly excited to be here and to be part of this amazing international community! 🤩

And don’t miss the official ICM 2026 song 😉🎶
https://youtu.be/DVYatDJQ1YI?is=s3GzjMbzoLktvV_a

von Natalia

Before the conference officially begins, the ICM Triennial Committee Meeting brings together delegates from 116 countries to discuss and shape the key priorities of the International Confederation of Midwives.

Thanks to the support of the Swiss Midwives Association (SHV), Heds and , a midwife-student colleague from Geneva’s Haute école de santé de Genève and I had the opportunity to attend the committee meeting as observers.

It was inspiring and eye-opening to witness midwifery leaders from around the world coming together to influence the future of our profession. 🌍✨

The opportunity to mingle in between the sessions with midwives from various world regions (South Africa, Iceland, Norway, Malta, Zambia, Kenya, Nepal just to start with) was putting the challenges of Swiss midwives and midwifery students in a new perspective.

In the photos:
- Me and Camille - student observers at the Committee Meeting
- Petra Graf, President of the Swiss Midwives Association, casting her vote during the ICM Committee Meeting

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Hi fellow ZHAW students!
My name is Natalia, I'm a 4th year Midwifery student (HB22) and am doing an Instagram takeover from Portugal, where the 34th Triennial Congress of International Conference of Midwives (ICM) Congress 2026 will be taking place in Lisbon starting Sunday. Stay tuned :)

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by Sen. What a beautiful day! Today we had the opportunity to visit Ecos do Sur, an organization that supports migrants with legal registration and integration.
In the , we are learning about the social, cultural, and political perspectives that shape people’s experiences in different situations, such as searching for housing and building a new life in a different country.
It was inspiring to see how theory connects with real-world challenges and the organizations working to support people through them. 🌍✨

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