Advancing Practice Leadership Collective Equipping Midwifery Leaders

Abstract

This article explores how midwives in leadership positions can be equipped to contribute to maternity care reform through improving the access that women and birthing families in Australia have to Midwifery Continuity of Care (MCoC). Drawing from findings of a recent Australian qualitative study into the topic, principles for increasing midwifery leadership skills, exploring personal commitment to improving maternity care and establishing relationships with key stakeholders are discussed. Current midwifery leaders as well as the leaders of the future have an important role to play in the expansion of MCoC and strengthening of the midwifery profession.