A Transformational Opportunity for Maternal Health
Welcome to a groundbreaking opportunity to make a tangible impact on maternal healthcare in Tanzania. Wombs of the World (WotW) invites medical professionals to participate in our Clinical Immersion Program, a carefully designed initiative aimed at improving maternal and newborn health outcomes through mentorship, collaboration, and sustainable solutions.
While programs like this are often known as ‘medical missions,’ our approach goes beyond short-term interventions. Instead, we focus on fostering long-term partnerships with local clinics, emphasizing knowledge exchange, hands-on support, and cultural understanding.
This pilot program is a transformational step for our partner clinics.
Their biggest request? Expertise. Training. Mentorship.
Through your participation, you can help meet these needs while engaging in an enriching and life-changing experience.
We are currently in the pilot phase, and we invite you to be part of this journey by sharing your preferences and expectations through our inquiry form, helping us tailor the program to best support both you and the communities we serve.
Why Choose Wombs of the World’s Clinical Immersion Program?
Unlike some other medical volunteer trips, Wombs of the World’s program is built on sustainability, cultural competence, and relationship-driven care.
Here’s what makes our approach unique:
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Deep Community Connections: Since 2018, WotW has nurtured trusted relationships with clinics in Karatu, ensuring our presence is welcomed and impactful.
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Collaborative Learning: We believe in a roundtable approach. A two-way exchange—where our traveling medical professionals share their expertise while learning from local healthcare practices.
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Commitment to Equity: Our work prioritizes decolonizing birthwork, centering culturally informed care and dismantling healthcare hierarchies.
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Comfortable & Supportive Accommodations: You’ll stay in a fully equipped private home with a kitchen and pool—offering a safe, nourishing retreat to recharge after your workday.
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Immersive Cultural Experience: Engage beyond clinical settings through home visits, community gatherings, and meaningful cultural exchanges with local nurses and midwives.
What to Expect from the Clinical Immersion Program
As a participant in the Clinical Immersion Program, you will be embedded within local, government-funded maternity clinics in Karatu, Tanzania. These clinics, though under-resourced, are staffed with dedicated healthcare providers eager to collaborate and expand their skills through your mentorship and support. You’ll rotate between three different clinics, gaining a well-rounded perspective on maternal healthcare challenges and solutions in the region.
Your Role:
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Provide direct patient care, supporting expectant mothers and newborns in busy maternity wards.
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Collaborate with local healthcare teams to enhance clinical workflows and introduce evidence-based practices.
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Offer training and mentorship to clinic staff, focusing on critical maternal and newborn health topics such as, but not limited to:
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Neonatal resuscitation and emergency newborn care
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Management of shoulder dystocia and obstetric emergencies
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Sonography basics and diagnostics
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Evidence-based birth practices, including delayed cord clamping and skin-to-skin contact
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Promoting respectful maternity care and patient-centered support
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Physiological birth support and labor techniques
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Culturally sensitive approaches to postpartum care
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Humanized approaches to C-sections and post-surgical care
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A Collaborative Learning Environment:
Our approach is deeply rooted in mutual learning, ensuring that knowledge exchange flows both ways. You’ll work closely with local midwives, nurses, and doctors, learning from their experiences while sharing your own expertise to enhance maternal health outcomes.
Cultural Integration:
Beyond clinical work, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with the local community through home visits, cultural exchange events, and immersive experiences that deepen your understanding of Tanzanian traditions surrounding birth and motherhood.
A Flexible and Supportive Experience:
This program is designed with adaptability in mind. Whether you're interested in hands-on clinical work, education, or a mix of both, our team will work with you to tailor your experience to align with your skills and interests while supporting the needs of the clinics.
Your presence will not only provide essential medical support but also contribute to a sustainable, long-term impact by empowering local healthcare workers with new skills and confidence in their practice.
Who Should Apply?
We are seeking passionate maternal health professionals who want to engage in a meaningful cross-cultural exchange while supporting Tanzanian communities with their expertise.
Ideal Participants Include:
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Obstetricians & Gynecologists
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Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs)
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Labor & Delivery Nurses
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Nurse Midwives
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Physicians specializing in women’s health
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Experienced traditional midwives and birthworkers
Accommodations & Logistics
Our program is designed to provide a balance between impactful service and personal comfort, ensuring you have the support you need throughout your stay.
What’s Included in Your Program Fee:
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Accommodation: Private rooms in shared homes, complete with kitchens and a pool.
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Meals: Nutritious local and international dishes, with self-catering options available.
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Transportation: Reliable transport to clinics, cultural sites, and excursions.
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Translation & Guidance: Local nurse translators for seamless communication and cultural navigation.
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Program Support: A dedicated team to ensure a smooth and enriching experience.
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Optional Add-Ons: Opportunities for additional safaris, cultural days, or extended stays.
PROGRAM FEE: Individually Calculated Based on Length of Stay.
When are we going?
We want to support you traveling at a time that is best for you. After you apply and we schedule a time to zoom, we can iron out those details. Our team on the ground is ready to receive you and get you oriented and grounded.
Our hope is to have a regular rotation of extra support at the clinics as of 2026.
The minimum time commitment is 20 days.
The pricing of this program is entirely dependent on how long you stay, your travel preferences, chosen add ons, and if you are bringing family with you.
We strive to keep all costs accessible.
We will determine the cost of your particular trip after we have all the information we need.
What is the Investment?
Application Form
Please submit the following form.
Once we receive it we will schedule a one-on-one call.
Please reach out if you have any questions.
