Who We Are
Midwife Empowerment Initiative is a community-based organization based in Kenya dedicated to improving maternal and newborn health within local communities. We work closely with traditional and community birth attendants who have long supported mothers during pregnancy and childbirth using indigenous knowledge passed down through generations.
Maternal Health
We promote maternal health through community education on safe pregnancy, prenatal care, nutrition, hygiene and early medical support to reduce risks and improve the wellbeing of mothers and newborns.
Midwife Training
We train and mentor community birth attendants and traditional midwives in safe delivery practices, infection prevention, newborn care and emergency referrals to improve the quality and safety of maternal care in communities.
Community Outreach
We train and mentor birth attendants and traditional midwives in safe delivery, infection prevention, newborn care and emergency referrals to improve maternal care in communities.
2K+
Mothers Supported
100+
Midwives Empowered
40+
Communities Reached
98%+
Safe Delivery Success
Our Programs
We work with communities and healthcare providers to ensure safer motherhood experiences.
Prenatal Education
At Midwife Empowerment Initiative, we believe that healthy pregnancies begin with knowledge and support.
Safe Delivery Advocacy
Safe childbirth is at the heart of our mission. Through our Safe Delivery Advocacy Program, we work to..
Community Support
Our Community Support Program focuses on building networks of care and assistance for women and families throughout pregnancy.
Together We Can Save More Mothers
Join us in creating safer childbirth experiences and empowering midwives across communities in Kenya.
Impact Stories
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Through the training we received, we are now able to support mothers with safer delivery practices and better maternal care in our community.
Mary Wanjiku
Community Midwife, Kenya“
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Midwife Empowerment Initiative has helped many mothers in our area access important pregnancy education and healthcare support.
Joseph Otieno
Community Health Volunteer“
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The workshops and outreach programs have created awareness about safe motherhood and improved support for pregnant women.
Grace Achieng
Local Community Leader“
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This organization is empowering traditional birth attendants with valuable skills that are helping save lives.
Dr. Samuel Kamau
Healthcare Partner“
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Women in our community now feel more informed, supported, and confident during pregnancy and childbirth.
Faith Njeri
Program Beneficiary“
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Through the training we received, we are now able to support mothers with safer delivery practices and better maternal care in our community.
Mary Wanjiku
Community Midwife, Kenya“
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Midwife Empowerment Initiative has helped many mothers in our area access important pregnancy education and healthcare support.
Joseph Otieno
Community Health Volunteer“
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The workshops and outreach programs have created awareness about safe motherhood and improved support for pregnant women.