8th International Conference 2026 of the DGHWi

Dear colleagues and visitors,

We look forward to seeing you at the 8th International Conference of the German Society for Midwifery Science (DGHWi), which will take place in Leipzig from May 4th to 5th, 2026.

The conference is titled “Continuity and Change in Midwifery Science – Perspectives and Paradigms for Research and Practice.” We aim to deepen the scientific discourse on further development of midwifery science and to provide new impetus for research and practice.

We will focus on critically examining existing research perspectives and paradigms, as these significantly influence the choice of research questions and methodological approaches – and thus have far-reaching implications for the health care of mothers, children, and families, the midwifery profession, political decision-making processes, care structures, and social narratives surrounding birth and women's rights.

In addition, the further development of a midwifery research agenda in Germany and the structural framework for future research projects will be reflected upon and discussed in a joint dialogue.

We would also like to focus on research projects by young scientists and PhD candidates.

We look forward to seeing you at the 8th International Conference in Leipzig.

Dr. Nicola H. Bauer
President of DGHWi