Leading Change through Woman-Centered Care: Applied Midwifery Models of Care in Belgium - Belgian Midwives Association (BMA), Brussel

Programme

(subject to change)

Ann Van Houtte is moderator of the day.

The day starts at 8h45
 

Morning speakers:

• dr.Marlies Eggermont, vroedvrouw, advocaat, doctor in de rechten, lector Arteveldehogeschool
  Juridical issues in Midwifery care;  childbirth rights and human rights
   
• Prof. Soo Downe, Professor of Midwifery Studies, Associate Dean Research and Knowledge Exchange, University of Lancashire, Preston, UK
  Midwifery led care; philosophy, evidence, and reality
   
• Prof. Yvonne Kuipers, Professor of Midwifery, Professor of Midwifery – Research & Innovation | Associate Head of Midwifery, Edinburgh Napier University
  Midwife continuity of care - Think big, dream big, grow bigger
   

After noon, there are two workshops:

• Ellen Thaels, vroedvrouw, Midwifery Unit Network
  Implementing MLC in Belgium- facilitators and barriers
   

And a second workshop where the main focus is the approach to change towards more midwife-led care based on the WHO guidance on transition to midwifery models of care.

The day will end with a debate with panellists from practice, research and politics. 

End anticipated around 17h30
Simultaneous translation English/French/Dutch

Participation fee

• Early bird until 28 October 2025
  • €98 members of professional organisation
  • €120 non-members
  • €50 students
• From 29 October 2025
  • €120 members
  • €150 non members
  • €70 students

Location

BEL is located on Thurn & Taxis:
Havenlaan 86c/3002
1000 Brussels

More info on accessibility 

Registration

Register via the online registration form and use the online payment option.