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Disrespectful and abusive behaviors during childbirth are fundamental violations of women’s human rights. Additionally, these behaviors are increasingly being recognized for their role in deterring women from seeking skilled birth attendance at…

This manifesto  sets out the maternal health agenda for the global community urging them to build on past successes not only to eliminate maternal mortality but also contain maternal morbidity.The key is time bound implementation of this agenda.

Download this statement in other languages on the World Health Organization website.

Mary Mwanyika Sando moderated this panel discussion at the Integration of Maternal and Newborn Health Care technical meeting. This presentation provided an overview of the critical windows/opportunities where effectively integrated maternal and newborn…

Brenda D’mello, of CCBRT, presented at the respectful maternity care technical meeting on CCBRT’s maternal health strategies and targets. View a video of the presentation>>

Ariel Frisancho Arroyo, of CARE Peru, presented at the respectful maternity care technical meeting about lessons learned, challenges and opportunities for RMC in Peru. View a video of the presentation>>