WHO calls for help to develop a maternal wellbeing framework

The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for participation in the development of a maternal wellbeing framework, through an online survey. Based on the results of a scoping review of the literature and an expert consultation held in May 2023, a preliminary framework has been developed including a definition, domains and subdomains. The survey is open until 17 August.

The purpose of the survey is to ensure comprehensive coverage of all critical elements of the framework and identify potential gaps in the definition, domains and framework of maternal wellbeing. It will evaluate the framework’s applicability across various settings and cultures and foster collective agreement and consensus among key stakeholders.

Any individual or organisation who has interest in maternal health and wellbeing can take part in the survey. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Representatives of women's groups

• Health workers (midwives, OBGYN, nurses, neonatal nurses, paediatricians, psychiatrists, psychologists, community health workers)

• Experts in human and sexual and reproductive rights, public health, health promotion, gender, mental health, economics, humanitarian, etc.

• Academics and researchers

• Government organisations

• National civil society organisations/NGOs

• International agencies/UN agencies

• Private sector

Click here to participate in the survey. It is expected that this survey will not take longer than 15 minutes to complete. It is available in English.