Scientific programme
Two days of science, dialogue and collaboration
The programme will combine internationally recognised keynote speakers with scientific presentations, interactive panels and practical discussions.
Sessions will explore how research and innovation can be translated into safer, more equitable and more person-centred care.
GLOBAL MATERNAL, NEWBORN AND CHILD HEALTH CONFERENCE 2027
Global maternal, newborn and child health • SRHR
Day 1 | Thursday 22 April 2027 | Jubelium Hall, Skåne University Hospital, Malmö
Theme: Maternal health, safe childbirth, and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME
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Time Programme |
Speaker / participants |
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08.30–09.00 Registration and coffee |
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09.00–09.10 Welcome and introduction to the conference † |
Mehreen Zaigham |
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09.10–09.30 Keynote: Global priorities for maternal health and professional collaboration |
FIGO (Fionnuala)* |
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09.30–09.50 Keynote: Reducing preventable maternal deaths: evidence into practice |
Hadiza Galadanci |
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09.50–10.10 Keynote: Midwifery leadership and woman-centred care |
Soo Downe |
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10.10–10.30 Discussion and questions |
Morning speakers |
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10.30–11.00 Coffee break in the exhibition |
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11.00–11.20 Abortion and Access to Safe Family Planning |
Gerard Visser |
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11.20–11.40 Evidence-based intrapartum care and safer childbirth |
Inês Nunes |
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11.40–12.00 The role of midwives in respectful and safe care |
Helena Lindgren |
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12.00–12.20 Discussion and questions |
Session speakers |
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12.20–13.20 Lunch and symposia |
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13.30–13.45 Equity in maternal health and SRHR: a global perspective |
Birgitta Essen |
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13.45–14.00 Migration and SRHR: Sweden and beyond |
Mia Kolak |
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14.00–14.15 Measuring and improving maternal health |
Hilde Marie Engjom |
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14.15–14.30 Global Reproductive Health: Fertility choices in the world of 8 billion |
Kristina Gemzell Danielsson |
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14.30-14.45 Discussion and questions |
Session speakers |
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14.45–15.00 Coffee break in the exhibition |
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15.00–15.15 Pollution and relation to Maternal Health and Preeclampsia |
Stefan Hansson |
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15.15–15.30 The Lancet Commission: priorities for the future of maternal and newborn health |
Mehreen Zaigham |
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15.30–16.30 Oral Abstracts |
3 minute presentations; 2 |
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– Maternal Health – SRHR |
minutes for questions. Poster for all who do not get oral presentations |
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16.30–16.45 Summary of day 1 |
Conference organisers |
Day 2 | Friday 23 April 2027 | Jubelium Hall, Skåne University Hospital, Malmö
Theme: Newborn and child health, equity, and effective interventions from a global perspective.
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Time Programme |
Speaker / participants |
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08.00–08.45 Platinum Sponsor Breakfast be confirmed |
Platinum sponsor; details to |
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08.45–09.00 Introduction to day 2 |
Conference organisers |
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09.00–09.20 Keynote: Newborn and child survival: priorities and effective solutions Zulfiqar Bhutta |
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09.20–09.40 Keynote: A healthier future for children: systems, equity and investment |
Stefan Swartling Peterson |
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09.40-10:00 Keynote: Global surgery and child health challenges Lars Hagander |
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10.00–10.15 Discussion and questions |
Morning speakers |
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10.15–10.30 Coffee break in the exhibition |
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10.30–10.45 The role of pediatric professionals in global child health Nick Brown |
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10.45–11.00 Child health equity: translating priorities into programmes Ashish AC |
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11.00-11.15 Delayed Cord Clamping: the new frontier Ola Andersson |
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11.15-11.45 Global Health Ambassador Karin Tegmark |
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11.45–12.00 Discussion and questions |
Session speakers |
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12.00-12.15 Cochrane Reviews Matteo Bruschettini |
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12.00-12.30 The Lancet and Cutting edge Maternal and Newborn Publications Bea Gomez |
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12.30–13.30 Lunch and symposia |
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13.30–14.15 Panel discussion: shared priorities for maternal, newborn and child health Invited speakers |
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14.15–14.30 Short and long term outcomes on Newborn and Childhealth following intrapartum interventions Karin Källén |
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14.35–15.00 Discussion and questions |
Session speakers |
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15.00–15.30 Coffee break in the exhibition |
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15.30–16.15 Oral Abstracts – Newborn and child health – Health policy and advocacy presentations |
3 minute presentations; 2 minutes for questions. Poster for all who do not get oral |
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16.15–16.30 Conference conclusions and next steps Conference organisers |
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Programme themes
- Maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity
- Quality and safety of childbirth care
- Respectful maternity care and women’s experiences
- Sexual and reproductive health and rights
- Newborn survival and early-life health
- Child health and development
- Caesarean section and mode of birth
- Midwifery and multidisciplinary teamwork
- Health systems and workforce challenges
- Maternal and child health in humanitarian settings
- Digital health and clinical innovation
- Implementation science and evidence-to-practice
- Global partnerships and sustainable capacity strengthening
Programme format
The programme includes:
- Keynote lectures
- Plenary sessions
- Scientific oral presentations
- Panel discussions
- Debates
- Networking sessions
The preliminary programme will be published shortly. Speakers and session times may be subject to change.
Contact
For practical questions, please contact Meetagain
Email: support@meetagain.se
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Organisers
