International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples 2026

Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being

Indigenous midwives have assisted in the births of Indigenous Peoples and kept people safe for centuries.  Connected to country, spirituality and community, Indigenous midwives are front and centre in the development of culturally safe birthing practices that incorporate traditional knowledges with western medicine. 

Resources

UNESCO International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples

United Nations International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples 

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, Maternity models of care in Australia

Charles Darwin University Caring for Mum on Country (North East Arnhem Land)

[Image: NE1-0213034  Ludpo Kuipers, Photographer - Borroloola]