Stakeholder Meeting Recording and Feedback

Who is a stakeholder?

Anyone who is affected by access to midwifery care in Georgia! If you have used a midwife for a homebirth, are a homebirth midwife, are a perinatal provider that works in the hospital, a provider who works in collaboration with midwives, a pediatrician, or someone who is going to grow their family through childbirth, and more… you are a stakeholder!

Make your voice heard!

We invite you to make your voice heard in the movement for midwifery licensure in Georgia. Your feedback is crucial in establishing a case that underscores the importance of midwifery and its positive impact on maternal and infant health.

By participating in our feedback form, you can share your experiences, thoughts, and suggestions regarding midwifery services. Every response adds to the collective narrative that advocates for the professional recognition of midwives in our state.

This is an important opportunity to contribute to a cause that benefits families and promotes safe, accessible, and holistic care. Please take a moment to fill out the feedback form. Your input is invaluable in shaping the future of midwifery in Georgia. Thank you for your support

We are grateful for your interest in midwifery licensure in Georgia! We would appreciate your continued involvement.

Next Steps:

1. In addition to the above feedback form, Attendees to fill out the Georgia midwifery advocacy form using the provided QR code or use this link. (This document helps us know where folks are located within Georgia

2. Attendees to follow social media accounts of NACPM Georgia and other presenters for updates (see final screen of presentation above)

3. Interested organizations to request and review the endorsement letter for the proposed bill.

5. NACPM Georgia to organize midwife lobby days and direct communication efforts with legislators.

6. NACPM Georgia to obtain a lobbyist to assist with bill strategy at the Capitol.

7. NACPM Georgia to work on obtaining a fiscal sponsor for tax-deductible donations.

9. National Black Midwives Alliance to continue mentorship programs and scholarships for Black student midwives.

10. Attendees to mark calendars for Black Midwives Day on March 14th and consider submitting proposals for the virtual conference.