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Susan Dubbeldam

Susan Dubbeldam

Midwife | Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Expert
Tweede Atjehstraat 37H, 1094LC, Amsterdam (the Netherlands)

Summary

Dedicated midwifery and international SRHR professional with a proven track record in training, mentoring, and policy development. Thrives in multicultural and humanitarian environments, leveraging strong interpersonal skills to drive positive change. Committed to enhancing healthcare accessibility and empowering communities through advocacy and education.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Program Officer SRHR

Médecins du Monde
08.2023 - Current
  • Coordinates SRHR clinics and outreach services for undocumented migrants and vulnerable populations. Responsible for contraceptive, abortion, STI care, cervical screening, volunteer management and stakeholder engagement.
  • Drafting project proposals and donor reports.

SRHR Expert and Policy Advisor for International Programs

Médecins du Monde
02.2024 - Current
  • Currently leading the SRHR component of the international consortium project 'Take Care be Aware', implemented in Ukraine: Developing training materials for primary healthcare and MHPSS professionals. Updating SRHR resources tailored to adolescents and youth. Supporting strategy design for integrated adolescent care.
  • In April 2025, conducted a follow-up needs assessment in Ukraine to inform new project proposals.
  • From February to October 2024, contributed to enhancing HIV diagnostics and care in Ukraine: Assessed the needs of healthcare providers using qualitative research. Designed online and face-to-face training programmes. Authored a recommendation report, published October 2024.

Chairperson

EVAA Midwifery Association Amsterdam-Amstelland
10.2023 - Current
  • EVAA is the network of 140 primary care midwives in Amsterdam-Amstelland. EVAA includes 32 midwifery practices and three ultrasound centers. The association actively promotes value-driven maternity care, ensures freedom of choice, continuity of care providers, and the development of innovative care pathways.

Trainer

Bevalwijzer
11.2017 - Current
  • Facilitates childbirth education classes.

Midwife

Independant
08.2015 - 07.2023
  • Provided antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.

Midwife

Sengerema District Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2021

In Tanzania, I worked at a district hospital. I combined clinical work with supervising and coaching trainee midwives and doctors. Additionally, I conducted scenario-based training and continued education for midwives and doctors. I also contributed to the development and implementation of new protocols.

Midwife

Mobile Help Madagascar
09.2017 - 11.2017

In Madagascar, I worked for Mobile Help Madagascar (NGO). I combined clinical work with supervising and coaching trainee midwives. Additionally, I developed and delivered educational programs for (student) midwives and informational programs for patients.

Treasurer

Student Club LOS
09.2010 - 08.2015

Education

Master of Science - International Health

Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
05.2021 - 03.2023

Tropical Medicine Course (Post HBO) -

Erasmus University
Rotterdam, Netherlands
01.2017 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery

Academie Verloskunde Maastricht (AVM)
Maastricht, Netherlands
05.2010 - 08.2015

Interests

Acting
Travelling
Cooking

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 02/22/93
  • Nationality: Dutch
  • Driving License: Yes
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-dubbeldam-670ba120a/

Additional Information

Lisa Vliegenthart – Thematic Coordinator SRHR, Médecins du Monde Netherlands
lvliegenthart@doktersvandewereld.org

Leontien Becker – Public Health Specialist | Advisor SRHR, Gender & MHPSS
leontienbecker@gmail.com

Timeline

SRHR Expert and Policy Advisor for International Programs

Médecins du Monde
02.2024 - Current

Chairperson

EVAA Midwifery Association Amsterdam-Amstelland
10.2023 - Current

Program Officer SRHR

Médecins du Monde
08.2023 - Current

Midwife

Sengerema District Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2021

Master of Science - International Health

Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
05.2021 - 03.2023

Trainer

Bevalwijzer
11.2017 - Current

Midwife

Mobile Help Madagascar
09.2017 - 11.2017

Tropical Medicine Course (Post HBO) -

Erasmus University
01.2017 - 03.2017

Midwife

Independant
08.2015 - 07.2023

Treasurer

Student Club LOS
09.2010 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Midwifery

Academie Verloskunde Maastricht (AVM)
05.2010 - 08.2015
Susan DubbeldamMidwife | Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Expert