The Deanne R. Williams Public Policy Fellowship funds research and advocacy projects advancing midwifery policy, offered by the American College of Nurse-Midwives Foundation.
Funder: American College of Nurse-Midwives Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award supports a single project or initiative; specific funding amount and duration not publicly stated.
Summary: Supports public policy and advocacy projects advancing midwifery to improve health outcomes in honor of Deanne R. Williams.
The Deanne R. Williams Public Policy Fellowship, administered by the American College of Nurse-Midwives Foundation (now The Midwife Foundation), is dedicated to supporting projects and initiatives that advance public policy and advocacy to improve health outcomes for individuals and communities through the advancement of midwifery. The fellowship was established to honor Deanne Williams’ significant leadership in midwifery and public policy, and aims to fund impactful policy work, such as the creation of white papers or other advocacy resources that position midwifery within broader health system reforms.