Shaping the Future of Midwifery Education – collaboration, innovation and vision

Shaping the Future of Midwifery Education – collaboration, innovation and vision
Date and time
16 Apr 2026 10am - 5pm
Location

Virtual online event

Price

This event is free

Booking Information

To book this event, please visit the Eventbrite page

Join us for an inspiring and thought‑provoking conference that brings together midwifery academics, students, and leaders from clinical practice and the third sector. This collaborative event celebrates achievements, shares best practice and ignites bold ideas that will shape the future of midwifery education.

Why Attend?

  • Take part in dynamic discussions on the changing landscape of midwifery education.
  • Discover innovative ways universities, practice learning partners, students and community organisations can work together.
  • Contribute to a shared vision for the next generation of midwives and the profession as a whole.

What to Expect

  • Keynote sessions led by influential voices in midwifery education and practice.
  • Interactive panel discussions exploring the challenges and opportunities ahead.
  • Networking opportunities to build meaningful connections across academia, practice settings and the third sector.
  • Student-led contributions offering fresh perspectives and helping shape future priorities.

Who Should Attend?

  • Midwifery academics committed to advancing teaching and learning.
  • Midwifery students eager to contribute to the future of their profession.
  • Clinical and community partners dedicated to collaborative innovation.

Together, let’s co-create a future where midwifery education thrives, partnerships grow and every midwife is empowered to make a lasting difference.

Conference Programme

Morning Session

10:00 – 11:00
Arrival, Refreshments & Workshops

11:00 – 11:15
Welcome & Housekeeping
Head of Department, Dean of School and Programme Lead

11:15 – 11:45
Keynote: Shaping Professional Futures
Kate Brintworth, Chief Midwifery Officer for England

11:45 – 12:15
NMC Position on Midwifery Education
Dr Jacqui Williams, Senior Midwifery Advisor (Education), NMC

12:15 – 12:45
Panel: Clinical & Student Perspectives
Duduzile Nyathi (Deputy HoD, BWCH)
Samantha Busby (Consultant Midwife, UHB)
Student Contributors: Parmiss, Rachel + others

12:45 – 13:15
Impact of Medical Conditions on Clinical Practice
Dr Mark Chadwick, Obstetrician/Gynaecologist, BWCH

13:15 – 14:00
Lunch

Afternoon Session

14:00 – 14:30
State of Midwifery Education / Role of the LME
Dr Heather Bower, Head of Midwifery Education & Lead Midwife for Education

14:30 – 15:00
Navigating the Health Education Policy Landscape
Robyn Cooke, Policy & Research Manager, Council of Deans of Health

15:00 – 15:20
Unravelling Workplace Culture in Healthcare
Dr Lauren Philp‑von Woyna, University of Birmingham

15:20 – 15:40
Service User Voices

15:40 – 16:30
Afternoon Tea & Workshops

16:30 – 17:00
Key Themes, Final Reflections & Close