Somali Midwifery Association (SOMA)

Somali Midwifery Association (SOMA) Is a Professional association, with a board of directors and volunteer staff, who has considerable expertise in running the association and working with civil society and health personnel
SOMA is an independent, non – profit association dedicated to bring maternal health system transformation from grass – roots level to a greater health care service
Its main mission is to advocate for all – round maternal health care services to Somali mothers, thus resulting to reduction of maternal mortality rate in the region
Somalia has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world
The association prevails the ultimate objective of addressing and providing advice on the major challenges facing maternal health, midwifery and medical education, while supporting national and international collaborative initiatives and building a close communication with medical and health educational institutions and health sector authorities
SOMA intends to cover all regions of the Federal Government of Somalia, with an aim to promote and ensure quality midwifery service delivery to Somali mothers giving special focus to vulnerable groups and marginalized communities through the development of midwifery, in addition to its competency focus and efficient advocacy of the midwifery workforce that fosters better working conditions and equitable access to Quality midwifery services .