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Celebrating the UBC Midwifery Class of 2026
Under clear skies and warm sunshine, UBC Midwifery celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026, the largest graduating class in the program’s history. This year, 27 students crossed the stage at spring graduation, with one additional student expected to complete the program in the fall, bringing the Class of 2026 to 28 graduates. Together, they represent the next
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One Million More Midwives: UBC Midwifery Voices
On International Day of the Midwife 2026, the global call for One Million More Midwives highlights a growing need for care—one that is also felt here in British Columbia. We spoke with midwives and student midwives from across BC about what this need looks like in practice, and how it is shaping care for families
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Empowerment Through Education: Jade on Midwifery and Community
Jade shares what inspired her to pursue midwifery and the importance of culturally competent care, advocacy, and education within Black communities.
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Midwifery, Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
In December 2023, UNESCO inscribed “Midwifery: knowledge, skills and practices” onto its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This recognition underscores the universal significance of midwifery across diverse cultures.
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