ICM President’s welcome words

On behalf of the Board of the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) I would like to extend an invitation to midwives from around the globe to participate in the 28th ICM Triennial Congress 2008.

In one’s lifetime there are significant occasions that merit being stored in our memory, the ICM 28th Triennial Congress promises to be one of these. It is my honour, as President of the ICM, to invite all midwives of the world to attend the Glasgow Congress and as General Secretary of the host organisation, the Royal College of Midwives, to extend a warm welcome on behalf of the UK midwives. Midwives across the world have demonstrated their perseverance to improve the rights of women, their newborns and their families. As an age old profession, midwifery has demonstrated its ability to face challenges and accommodate to societal and cultural changes.

The ICM Triennial Congress is an international event where midwives from all over the world come together to informally network, and share knowledge and experience by means of an outstanding scientific and professional programme. Together with the ICM, the Royal College of Midwives looks forward to delivering a truly memorable congress focused on the global impact and importance of midwives to women and the newborn across the globe.

I also hope that the wonderful memories of your stay in Glasgow will remain with you for many years to come. So from the midwives of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, we look forward to welcoming you. Please enjoy your visit and, most of all, enjoy the 28th ICM Triennial Congress.

Dame Karlene Davis, DBE
ICM President