Empowering Frontline Care: IHHN Celebrates Graduation of PATRIP CMW Training Batch I

The Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) proudly marked the successful completion of Batch I of the PATRIP Community Midwives (CMW) Competency-Based Training, honoring 14 dedicated midwives from Chagai and Chaman. These participants completed an intensive three-month refresher program that combined theoretical learning with supervised clinical practice, strengthening their capacity to deliver quality maternal and newborn care.

Implemented by IHHN through the Indus College of Nursing & Midwifery, with the support of the International Rescue Committee and in coordination with MNCH Balochistan, the initiative reflects a strong collaborative effort to improve healthcare outcomes in underserved regions.

The closing ceremony brought together project leadership, donor representatives, and faculty members. The event featured a comprehensive project progress review, followed by heartfelt reflections from the CMW trainees who shared their field experiences. An inspiring address from nursing leadership and remarks from the donor representative highlighted the importance of continued investment in frontline healthcare workers.

A lamp lighting and oath-taking ceremony symbolized the participants’ commitment to ethical and compassionate care, followed by the distribution of certificates and medals. Attendees also engaged with a Safe Motherhood Exhibition, showcasing the knowledge and skills gained during the training.

The ceremony concluded with a keynote address by Dr. Syed Zafar Zaidi, CEO, IHHN, who appreciated the dedication of the midwives and emphasized the organization’s commitment to strengthening community-based healthcare systems.

In addition, IHHN hosted a Karachi hospital visit for donor partners in the presence of President IHHN, Dr. Abdul Bari Khan, and Executive Director, CHD, Dr. Mah Talat. The visit reinforced a shared vision of enhancing maternal and newborn health services, particularly in underserved border districts.

As these midwives return to their communities, they carry not only enhanced clinical competencies but also renewed confidence and a strong commitment to promoting safe motherhood—creating a lasting impact where it is needed most.