November 28, 2025 | 09:08 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian government partners with Canada and the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) to launch the IMPACT project in Jakarta on Friday, November 28, 2025. This project aims to address maternal mortality with comprehensive, results-based intervention to strengthen midwifery services across Indonesia.
Hassan Mohtashami, UNFPA Representative in Indonesia, underscores that strengthening the skills and professional standing of midwives will in turn secure the health and future of Indonesian families.
According to the Population Census in 2020, a woman in Indonesia dies every hour from complications during pregnancy, birth, and post-delivery. Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) is relatively high, with 189 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births, while 91% live births were assisted by skilled providers.
Maternal mortality remains a significant development issue, despite a notable increase in the number of registered midwives, reaching over 344,000 in 2023.
“No woman should ever die while giving life. Even one maternal death is too many. We need high-quality delivery care, emergency obstetric care, and family planning services, in order to reduce maternal mortality,” he said, as quoted from a press release received by Tempo on Friday.
This three-year initiative is designed to address the pressing need for enhanced midwifery services. It recognizes midwives as the foundational pillar of maternal healthcare in Indonesia, particularly within underserved rural and remote communities. The project aims to empower these frontline healthcare providers through strategic investments in their capacity and professionalism, ultimately contributing to a substantial reduction in maternal mortality.
Adopting innovative teaching methodologies and integrating technology into midwifery education programs, the IMPACT project will facilitate knowledge exchange between Canadian and Indonesian midwifery experts.
“Canada is proud to partner with UNFPA and the Government of Indonesia on this critical project. Leveraging Canadian expertise, including from McMaster University, we are committed to knowledge exchange that will help establish a robust, autonomous, and women-centered midwifery profession, ensuring high-quality care for all,” Juan-Pablo Valdes, Chargé d’Affaires at the Canadian Embassy to Indonesia and Timor Leste, commented on the partnership.
By drawing upon Canada's experience in establishing midwifery as an autonomous and empowered profession, the project will benchmark women-centered models of care for potential adaptation and implementation within Indonesia. This collaborative approach is designed to foster valuable learning and contribute to the development of a more robust and responsive midwifery workforce in Indonesia.
Meanwhile, Dr. Yuli Farianti, the Director General of Health Workforce of the Ministry of Health, acknowledges that the IMPACT project aligns with Indonesia's Health Transformation Agenda. "
This partnership with Canada and UNFPA will equip our midwives with the international-standard education and regulatory support needed to perform their life-saving work. Our ultimate vision is a future where every mother in Indonesia receives skilled and compassionate midwifery care, leading to healthier communities and a stronger nation," she said.
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