First constitution review and approval - 2012, second on 2121, and 3rd review is going on
47 Training grants distributed
Policy procedures – HR, Finance, payment guideline, program organization guideline
External financial audit every year
Fundraising – BHDI, Harold Mandol, Michigan midwives, WHO-Country leadership profile, THET grant, NNCF Fellowship program phase 1 in 2021 and phase-2 on 2024, ToT in partnership with Maternity foundation, etc
Networking with women’s groups and associations- BMA, BNA, OGSB, Naripokkho, BRAC, TMSS etc.
Media partnership: Radio, Television, Newspaper
Internship program: 5 Interns
YML program: Till now 54 midwives received this opportunity– leadership development training, coaching, and mentorship
Membership info:
·Total active as of 22-Dec-2024 is “1104"
Capacity Development:
Young Midwifery Leadership (YML) Program: The Young Midwife Leadership (YML) program for
August 2023 to September 2024 involved a cohort of 10 midwives from various
regions across the country. The program provided them with a wide range of
training, skill-building opportunities, and hands-on experience in leadership
and advocacy. Key components of the program included: SMART Advocacy Training: Facilitated by Faridah of
the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), this training empowered
participants to design specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and
time-bound advocacy initiatives. Leadership Development: Delivered by the President
of BMS, this session focused on leadership from the perspective of an Executive
Midwife Leader at ICM, providing insights into global midwifery leadership
roles. Visit to UK and Cambodia: The participants gained
firsthand experience through a field visit to Cambodia and UK of the Project
manager, learning about midwifery practices, challenges, and solutions in
different cultures and healthcare contexts. Leadership Theories and BMS’s Constitution: The
Project Manager of BMS guided participants through key leadership theories and
the essential structure and policies of BMS, helping the midwives align with
the organizational standards and operational framework. Teamwork and Professionalism: Conducted by Joy Kemp
from UNFPA, this training emphasized the importance of collaboration, effective
communication, and maintaining professionalism in healthcare settings. Building Personal Resilience: The General Secretary
provided guidance on developing personal resilience, helping midwives manage
stress and challenges in their personal and professional lives. Family Planning Strategy in Refugee Camps: The BMS
Treasurer delivered insights into family planning strategies specifically
designed for refugee settings, addressing both the healthcare and humanitarian
aspects. Extensive Online Course on English: The midwives
participated in a two-month online English language course provided by
Englishology, enhancing their communication skills in English. In addition to the training, the participants were
involved in various BMS programs, including: • Annual
General Meetings (AGM) • Roundtable
Discussions with Media Partners • Divisional
Refresher Training Programs on Evidence-Based Practices These activities enriched their practical
experience and understanding of the midwifery profession, enhancing their
leadership skills in the context of national and global healthcare issues.
Two YML experts from ICM are
supporting the BMS President (an executive midwife leader of ICM) and Jhumu (a
former YML of ICM) in reviewing and developing modules for the BMS YML program
to strengthen its structure.