Midwives Group

Midwives Group

Midwives in the Highlands

Midwives in the Highlands

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Our Program

The work of a midwife in Guatemala is an ancient art form, using philosophies and techniques that are virtually unknown in Western medicine. Her practices are founded on the belief that we must achieve and maintain a balance between humans and the environment. In the highlands of Guatemala, midwives are often the only health care providers for many miles in isolated, rural communities. They are eager for more knowledge of medicine and the opportunity to develop their abilities in order to improve the quality of care given to their patients.

This trip will be an opportunity for health professionals, social workers and interested others, from the US to visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala to participate in a week long exchange with a group of Guatemalan midwives and village leaders.

Hosted by the Highland Support Project, Partners in Service Program, and the VCU Institute for Women's Health