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Organizations are generally and organized body of people such as the Boy Scouts. Use to classify sites for organizations, associations, clubs, and any other organized body of people with a particular purpose, especially a business, government department or charity.

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• AIMS - Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services

  http://www.aims.org.uk/
  Campaigns for better understanding of the normal birth process and also provides support and information about maternity choices in the UK and Ireland. Includes articles, publications and a quarterly journal for members.

• American Midwifery Certification Board

  http://www.amcbmidwife.org/
  The national certifying body for graduates and accredited training programs.

• Association of Ontario Midwives

  http://www.aom.on.ca/
  Features resources and links. Provides a basic introduction, information on media, government and consumer relations, professional development and events.

• Association of Texas Midwives

  http://www.texasmidwives.com/
  Promotes quality of maternal-child healthcare as well as providing information and support for members. Offers news, calendar of events and a searchable database of practitioners.

• Citizens for Midwifery

  http://www.cfmidwifery.org/
  Volunteer based organization founded by mothers. Promotes citizen and consumer awareness. Includes the midwives model of care definition, resources, state by state analysis and FAQ.

• College of Midwives

  http://www.collegeofmidwives.org/
  American College of Domiciliary Midwives home page. Provides information and links to other schools and organizations. Located in CA.

• College of Midwives of Manitoba

  http://www.midwives.mb.ca/
  Self-regulating governing body which maintains and ensures standards of practice. Also provides further information on registration, codes of ethics, educational principles and legislation.

• Columbus Midwives and Doulas Club

  http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/columbusmidwifesanddoulas/
  A club promoting and supporting midwifery, labour, delivery nurses and doulas who advocate for clients in the birthing environment and support childbirth options.

• International Confederation of Midwives

  http://www.internationalmidwives.org/
  A collection of 85 national associations from over 75 countries. Focuses on the worldwide advancement of aims and aspirations in attaining improved outcomes for women. Includes news, factsheets and a variety of other resources.

• Long Island Midwives.com

  http://www.longislandmidwives.com/
  Educational outreach service for nurse/midwives, childbirth educators and doulas practicing in the area. Includes a searchable directory, links to events, statistics and birth stories.

• Midwifery Coalition of Nova Scotia

  http://mcns.chebucto.org/
  Works and campaigns towards integrating and funding the profession within the provincial healthcare system. Also provides articles, a chronology of the group and contact information.

• Midwives Alliance of North America

  http://www.mana.org/
  Organization which focuses on a mission to promote midwifery as a quality health care option. Offers news, definitions and resources as well as listing conference dates.

• National Association of Childbirthing Centers

  http://www.birthcenters.org/
  Offers a variety of information about birth centers to parents and health care professionals. Provides articles, a directory of centers and FAQ section.

• New York State Association of Licensed Midwives

  http://www.nysalm.org/
  Supports the needs and concerns of practitioners within the state. Includes a mission statement, news, events and legislative updates.

• New Zealand College of Midwives

  http://www.midwife.org.nz/
  Regulatory authority which sets standards of professional practice. Also provides information on education, registration, standards review processes and publications. Offers additional regional sections.

• North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)

  http://www.narm.org/
  Certifying organization recognizing and encompassing multiple routes of entry into licensed practice. Offers detailed sections on certification processes, professional accountability, policy and procedures as well as newsletters.

• NSW Midwives Association

  http://www.nswmidwives.com.au/
  Aims to represent professional, educational and political interests, also to promote quality practice in maternity care. Includes links to events, news and education resources. Based in New South Wales, Australia.

• Oregon Board of Direct Entry Midwifery

  http://www.oregon.gov/OHLA/DEM/index.shtml
  Sets practice standards, administers exams, monitors peer review, and has the authority to revoke licensure and issue civil penalties.

• Quinte Midwifery Committee

  http://www.quintemidwives.ca/
  Promotes the profession as an acknowledged and safe option for maternal-child healthcare. Further links to research articles, updates and an optional survey. Based in Ontario, Canada.

• The Midwives' Association of Washington State (MAWS)

  http://www.washingtonmidwives.org/
  Non-profit organization that aims to promote public and professional recognition. Offers resources and a searchable database of practitioners .

• Washington State Midwives

  http://www.midwivesofwa.org/
  Provides information for practitioners and consumers focusing on professional issues and women's health. Links include birth options, articles on decision making and a searchable database.

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