Research & evidence
Research Midwives Mentorship Programme
Building a generation of Ugandan midwives who generate the evidence their own practice is built on.
Midwifery evidence used in Uganda is too often produced elsewhere. This programme pairs early-career midwives with experienced researchers to design, run and publish studies rooted in Ugandan maternity wards and communities.
Mentees are taken through question framing, ethics approval, data collection, analysis and abstract writing. The strongest work is showcased at the International Day of the Midwife symposium and submitted to regional and international conferences.
The long-term goal is a national body of midwife-authored evidence that can be cited in policy debates about staffing, skill mix and quality of care.
What the programme covers
- One-to-one mentorship with senior researchers
- Workshops on protocol writing and research ethics
- Abstract and manuscript writing clinics
- Conference presentation and publication support
Other programmes
Bridge Programme
Supporting enrolled midwives to upgrade their qualifications and step into registered practice, closing the skills gap in facilities across Uganda.
Continuous Medical Education & Webinars
Regular online and in-person CME sessions that keep members current on evidence-based maternal and newborn care practice.
Safe Birth Africa Project
A regional collaboration strengthening emergency obstetric and newborn care skills so that every birth is attended safely.