Mothers on the Margins

Mothers on the Margins

Every year between 350,000 and 500,000 women die before, during or just after childbirth. 99% of these women are in developing countries. These figures are unacceptable in themselves, but some women are more at risk that others. Indigenous women, or those from other cultural minorities, are more likely to die or face complications related to pregnancy.


Sign up to the Mothers on the Margins campaign

Why not pledge your support for the maternal health of indigenous women by signing up to the Mothers on the Margins campaign? It’s quick and easy to do

What we are calling for:

  • Culturally appropriate, accessible maternal health services, free from prejudice and discrimination
  • A voice for indigenous mothers to participate in and make decisions about their own health
  • Progress against poverty and poor health to be tracked by breaking down data into ethnic groups

Mothers on the Margins report

Read the campaign report on indigenous women’s maternal health.

Mothers on the Margins Campaign Report



Last modified: 20/01/2012