The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Global Breastfeeding Education Initiative (BFEI) are delighted to invite you to a powerful, three-part webinar series sccheduled from 3 to 5 PM CEST on 20 November 2024.
This insightful series is designed to equip parents, healthcare professionals, and community advocates with practical knowledge to promote, support, and protect breastfeeding as an essential pillar of public health. 

About the webinar series 

Breastfeeding is much more than just nourishment for babies – it is a fundamental practice with profound benefits for maternal and child health, community wellbeing, and sustainable development. Aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this webinar series aims to highlight the critical role breastfeeding plays in achieving SDG2 and SDG3: ending hunger, improving nutrition, and promoting health and wellbeing. 

This three-part series will be led by top international experts who will offer evidence-based guidance, actionable strategies, and a compassionate understanding of breastfeeding challenges, particularly for vulnerable groups. Silke Mader, Chairwoman of EFCNI, will share her expertise and insights with her talk on “Topic 3: Skin-to-Skin Contact and Kangaroo Care: Enhancing Breastfeeding Success in Preemies”

Why you should attend 

Each session will feature targeted topics addressing unique aspects of breastfeeding and community support. Silke Mader, a renowned advocate for maternal and neonatal health, will join the webinar as a guest speaker, promoting neonatal care and empowering breastfeeding mothers. Her insights and experience will bring a valuable perspective to the series, inspiring attendees to support breastfeeding efforts within their communities. 

  • Learn from the Experts: Gain knowledge from leading specialists who are actively working to improve breastfeeding practices worldwide. 
  • Empower Your Community: Discover practical steps to support mothers and infants in your community, creating healthier futures for families.
  • Align with Global Goals: Understand how supporting breastfeeding can help us achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals for 2030. 

This series is ideal for anyone invested in breastfeeding support and advocacy. The webinar series is free to attend, but spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and become part of a movement that supports breastfeeding as a vital element of public health and sustainable development. 

Register now and become part of a global community committed to supporting breastfeeding mothers and empowering future generations. Here’s the link to sign up :

REGISTER HERE  for the “Supporting breastfeeding within the Community” webinar series.

Once there, you can find details about each session, speaker profiles, and reserve your spot.