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November 06, 2025
BLOG: Why prevention lies at the basis of a sustainable quality care during birth
I was so lucky to be one of the one in six people globally born in a high-income setting. This meant that my first thought, when I realised I was pregnant, was one of joy. My biggest problem was about having nausea, and I looked forward to the forthcoming birth and the idea … Continue reading "BLOG: Why prevention lies at the basis of a sustainable quality care during birth" Read More
November 05, 2025
Press release: New Danish cross-sector coalition strengthens care for women with birth injuries worldwide
Copenhagen, 5 November 2025 – A new Danish initiative unites civil society, private companies, and private investors in accelerating improved healthcare for mothers in fragile areas worldwide. The NGO Maternity Foundation, the … Continue reading "Press release: New Danish cross-sector coalition strengthens care for women with birth injuries worldwide" Read More
November 03, 2025
Apply for an internship at Maternity Foundation
Join our international non-profit as an intern and gain hands-on experience while working to ensure safer births for women. What We Offer A meaningful internship where you’ll be part of … Continue reading "Apply for an internship at Maternity Foundation" Read More
October 24, 2025
500,000 midwives and other healthcare professionals reached worldwide
We are proud to share that we have now reached 500,000 midwives and other healthcare professionals worldwide! Since we launched the Safe Delivery App ten years ago, we have built … Continue reading "500,000 midwives and other healthcare professionals reached worldwide" Read More
October 07, 2025
Welcoming Dr. Merete Wedell-Wedellsborg to Maternity Foundation’s board
We are proud to welcome Dr. Merete Wedell-Wedellsborg to Maternity Foundation’s board. Merete brings over 20 years of experience in developing executive teams, top leaders, and talents, gained through her … Continue reading "Welcoming Dr. Merete Wedell-Wedellsborg to Maternity Foundation’s board" Read More
October 04, 2025
Prevention first, preparedness always!
We can effectively reduce the number of women bleeding excessively after birth by finding the right balance between prevention and treatment. This is the main argument put forward in this … Continue reading "Prevention first, preparedness always!" Read More
September 10, 2025
New research highlights how the Safe Delivery App is supporting healthcare professionals in Papua New Guinea
New research highlights how the Safe Delivery App is helping healthcare professionals in rural Papua New Guinea ensure safer births for women and their newborns. The Safe Delivery App is … Continue reading "New research highlights how the Safe Delivery App is supporting healthcare professionals in Papua New Guinea" Read More
September 10, 2025
BLOG: From Ethiopia to Everywhere – How an Evidence-Based App Tested in Ethiopia is Now Empowering Midwives Worldwide
By Mahtot Leykun Sisay In my work at the intersection of global health and digital innovation, I’ve seen how geography can profoundly shape — and often limit — access to … Continue reading "BLOG: From Ethiopia to Everywhere – How an Evidence-Based App Tested in Ethiopia is Now Empowering Midwives Worldwide" Read More
August 26, 2025
BLOG: From Hype to Impact – What Will It Take for AI to Truly Transform Global Health?
By Anna Frellsen, CEO, and Mohit Mathur, CTO at Maternity Foundation. AI is everywhere in global health today — headlining conferences, dominating strategy decks, and driving funding pitches. And rightly … Continue reading "BLOG: From Hype to Impact – What Will It Take for AI to Truly Transform Global Health?" Read More
August 19, 2025
New study on the Safe Delivery+ programme in humanitarian settings
New paper explores how midwives in challenging environments can improve maternal and newborn care through targeted training and support. By Sonali Das, Astrid Else Groenbaek, Julie Strøyer Rasmussen, Rajat Anilkumar, … Continue reading "New study on the Safe Delivery+ programme in humanitarian settings" Read More
June 30, 2025
Tak for at gøre global sundhed til en dansk prioritet igen
Originally published in Jyllands-Posten. Med den nye udviklingspolitiske strategi håber vi, at Danmark formår at sætte udviklingsbistand og global sundhed højere på dagsordenen i EU. Skrevet af den danske ekspertgruppe for … Continue reading “Tak for at gøre global sundhed til en dansk prioritet igen”
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June 26, 2025
New Initiative Sets Out to Ensure 10 Million Safer Births Under the Patronage of Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark
Under the patronage of Her Majesty Queen Mary of Denmark, UNFPA, the UN sexual and reproductive health agency, and Danish NGO Maternity Foundation announced the 10 Million Safer Births Initiative … Continue reading "New Initiative Sets Out to Ensure 10 Million Safer Births Under the Patronage of Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark" Read More
June 02, 2025
Maternity Foundation Releases 2024 Annual Report
We are excited to share that our annual report is now available, showcasing our progress and key insights made throughout 2024. This comprehensive report highlights our commitment and work towards … Continue reading "Maternity Foundation Releases 2024 Annual Report" Read More
May 21, 2025
Labour of Love: Empowering future midwives through mentorship
This is the story of Eden, a dedicated and passionate 24-year-old midwife mentee, and her experienced midwife mentor, 36-year-old Andinet, and the power of their partnership. The story takes place … Continue reading “Labour of Love: Empowering future midwives through mentorship”
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April 23, 2025