What Does the Australian College of Midwives do?

1. It is the professional organisation for midwives in Australia
2. Encourages the establishment of high standards of midwifery practice
3. Is affiliated with the International Confederation of Midwives and maintains a close relationship with other international midwifery associations
4. Disseminates information via the ACMI journal, ACMI newsletter, Biennial national midwifery conference, research and education forums through state branches and through the media
5. Acts as a consultant to government bodies
6. Has a role in the accreditation of midwives
7. Has established the Australian midwifery scholarship foundation to provide scholarships for registered midwives to undertake research and to assist in the promotion of the education and practice of midwifery
8. Provides continuing education programs for midwives
9. Works with other professional organisations to promote high standards of maternity care and choices for women