WHO Compendium on Respectful Maternal and Newborn Care

This compendium on respectful maternal and newborn care has come at a critical juncture ­­ – marking 10 years since the 2014 WHO statement on the prevention and elimination of disrespect and abuse during childbirth. It reaffirms a global commitment to ensuring that maternal and new-born care is not only clinically sound but also grounded in dignity, compassion, and respect. Quality, respectful, person-centred care is not a luxury or an optional add-on – it is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of effective health systems.