UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund

Purpose

The project aims to reduce maternal and newborn mortality in Tanzania by increasing the availability of skilled midwives in the country. It takes a holistic approach by working with health training institutions and health facilities to strengthen midwifery pre- and in-service training and professional development; engaging communities to improve delivery and utilization of quality and gender-responsive midwifery services; supporting government and relevant institutions to develop and implement midwifery related policies, regulations and guidelines; and working with the Tanzania Midwives Association (TAMA) to strengthen their capacity of promote and advance the midwifery profession in Tanzania.