Association of Radical Midwives (ARM)

Overview:

Profession(s): Midwifery
Scope: National - United Kingdom
Formed: 1976
Members: 1,600
Registration No.: 1060525
Address: 16 Wytham Street, Oxford, OX1 4SU, UK
Phone: 01865 248159
Website: www.radmid.demon.co.uk

Description:

ARM exists to support midwives and women who are seeking to give or to find sensitive, woman-centred maternity care.

Mission/Aims:

To re-establish the confidence of the midwife in her own skills to share ideals, skills and information.
To encourage midwives in their support of women's active and informed participation in birth.

Principal Activities:

Regular national and local meetings
Production of a quarterly magazine
Participation in national bodies and consultations on maternity care

Member Benefits:

Quarterly magazine
Reduced fees at National meetings

Verification Criteria:

Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.