Region III Update (Jul-Dec 2019): Sharing the Gem of Midwifery Through Hallmark Activities
Midwifery dates to biblical days and many are not aware of its existence nor the special care that midwives provide. The art and science...
Region II Update (Jul-Dec 2019): Sharing the Value of Midwifery-Led Care
In this update, we’ll highlight the Virginia and DC Affiliates. The next will feature Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
Virginia Affiliate:
In October, the...
Region I Update (Jul-Dec 2019): Making Progress in Important Midwifery Legislation
Right in the middle of the pandemic, which has hit New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut very hard, I salute the affiliates for all...
American Association of Colleges of Nursing Appoints Dr. Lisa Kane Low to Health Policy...
Congratulations to ACNM member and past president Dr. Lisa Kane Low. Recently, Kane Low was appointed to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's Policy...
Region II: With Women for a Lifetime Silver Commendation: Shenandoah Women’s Healthcare, Harrisonburg, VA
In this column, I proudly feature Shenandoah Women’s Healthcare of Harrisonburg, Virginia, who were recognized in May 2019 with a With Women for a...
Region I Spring Update: Celebrating Achievements and Contributions
Region 1 celebrated Black History Month. In February, Massachusetts ACNM Diversity and Inclusion Co-chair, Joelle Leacock, posted daily on Facebook. In Joelle’s words, she...
Region V Spring Update: Strategizing, Leading Change
A common theme from affiliates in our region: student involvement! They are on affiliate boards, helping to lead change, and most affiliates are looking...
Region VI Spring Update: The Benefits of Being an Affiliate Member
One of the benefits of an ACNM membership is being a member of an affiliate. Affiliates provide a wealth of opportunities for members through...
Region IV Spring Update: Making an Impact on Students and Careers
Region IV had an active winter season. We held retreats, dinners coupled with CEU events, and affiliate meetings. We gathered information in preparation for...
Region VII Spring Update: Improving Lives in Rural Areas
Greetings Region VII CNMs and CMs!
In a prior Quickening (July 2018), I mentioned my first-hand experience working in a rural health clinic in California...