Political Action Lead Midwives Program

M-P-P Peter Tabuns and midwife Simone Rosenberg stand together outside an office building.

Pictured above: MPP Peter Tabuns and Simone Rosenberg, RM, October 2023

Calling all PALs!

The AOM is reigniting the Political Action Lead (PAL) midwives program. The program supports midwives to engage with elected representatives, speak to key issues and engage in advocacy for your community and profession.

The AOM is committed to supporting midwives to advocate for their communities with political decision-makers in positioning midwifery as a solution to the primary-care crisis, and promoting the recommendations of the soon-to-be-released Midwifery Sustainability Project Report. The report will provide calls to action for system-wide change and integration that reflect the needs voiced by midwives.

Following the results of the provincial election, midwife PALs will build bridges with decision-makers and offer solutions to the strained health-care system. The AOM will support midwife advocates to keep political leaders accountable to health-care reform commitments, reflect midwifery values and bolster midwifery expertise.

Roles and responsibilities

Midwife PALs will be asked to:

  • coordinate two visits with your local MPP through the year

  • liaise with AOM staff to provide updates and coordinate upcoming political actions

  • amplify key messaging

AOM will:

  • support midwives to connect with their MPP

  • provide key messages, talking points and strategic direction

  • help midwives craft an agenda for MPP meetings

  • support strategic follow up to keep MPPs engaged and accountable

Who is the Political Action Lead (PAL) at your site?

We are seeking PALs from every MPG, EMCM and IMP in the province. Reach out to Devi Krieger, Policy Analyst, Government, Labour & Public Relations, to identify your PAL. We will be in touch to network and strategize for your riding.