International Registry of Midwives

International Registry of Midwives (IRM)

Founded by Midwives from around the world, IRM is a mission-driven, volunteer run organization dedicated to addressing the urgent need for an autonomous certification process that genuinely reflects the expertise required to provide care in low-resource settings and global midwifery. These settings aren’t just defined by the absence of physical resources like electricity or sterile equipment; they also include communities where women struggle to access care due to socioeconomic barriers, discrimination, or geographic isolation.

We believe that every woman has the right to safe and compassionate care during one of life’s most sacred moments, no matter her circumstances.

Through the Certified International Midwife (CIM) program, IRM is leading the way in advancing midwifery education and autonomous certification on a global scale. We recognize the critical role that Doulas, Traditional Birth Attendants, and Lactation Specialists also play, and we proudly offer advanced certifications in these areas as well.

So far, we’ve awarded hundreds of credentials in 11 countries, helping highly skilled midwives gain the recognition and autonomy they deserve. And our work continues to grow. Our global network includes over 400 passionate students from 19 different countries, all united by their commitment to improving maternal and newborn health. By joining IRM, these midwives-in-training gain access to advanced credentialing that equips them with the skills and knowledge to serve their communities—and low-resource communities worldwide—with excellence.

Midwives are the heart of maternal healthcare, standing alongside mothers through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. By empowering them with rigorous certification and continuing education, we enhance the care they provide and improve the chances of survival for mothers and babies everywhere.

Together, we can build a world where no mother is left behind, where midwives are celebrated as the essential caregivers they are. Join us at IRM and help make a lasting difference in the lives of women and children. Every birth should be cherished, because every life truly matters.

The International Registry of Midwives is proud to partner with Maternova.

In a collaborative effort, the International Registry of Midwives will deploy its global network of highly skilled Certified International Midwives to conduct field trials of Maternova's innovative and lifesaving products.

These initiatives are poised to make significant strides in improving maternal and child health outcomes in low-resource settings worldwide.

Maternova, renowned as an expert in the field, focuses on developing and providing medical devices, diagnostics, and medical nutrition products tailored for high-risk populations both in the U.S. and overseas. The company's commitment to evidence-based solutions is reflected in its portfolio of over 45 innovations, which have successfully reached and positively impacted over 2 million lives in more than 50 countries.

The International Registry of Midwives is thrilled to partner with APPPAH, the Association for Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology and Health.

APPPAH, a US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a 40-year legacy, advocates for early nurturing environments for babies, emphasizing prenatal and perinatal well-being globally. Their mission is to educate professionals and families on emerging evidence in these sciences to enhance pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences, preventing trauma and fostering healing and resilience.

The World Council for Health is a non-profit initiative for the people, that is informed and funded by the people. With a global coalition of health-focused initiatives and civil society groups around the world. They seek to broaden public health knowledge and sense-making through science and shared wisdom. They are committed to safeguarding human rights and free will while empowering people to take responsibility for their health and well-being.

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The Certified International Midwife (CIM) exam is on a tiered fee scale, based on your home country!

International Registry of Midwives (IRM)

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