Marjorie BARNWELL

Marjorie BARNWELL is an Adjunct Associate Professor in Midwifery at the University of Canberra, affiliated with the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Public Health. With a clinical background in postnatal care and lactation support, she serves as Program Director for midwifery programs and co-supervises higher degree research students.

• PhD in Midwifery from University of Technology Sydney
• Master of Education & Work from Macquarie University
• Bachelor of Nursing from University of Technology Sydney

Her research focuses on the Baby Friendly Health Initiative, breastfeeding practices, maternal health equity, and midwifery education. Recent projects analyze vaccination disparities in CALD and First Nations communities, pandemic-era parenting, and student support systems.

Key article trends (2024-2019) span public health policy, maternal-child health, and health education, with subfields including Gestational Diabetes care, BFHI accreditation, and community engagement.

As a practitioner member of the ACT Nursing and Midwifery Board and Chairperson of the Australian College of Midwives BFHI Advisory Committee, she bridges clinical practice and academia. Her work aligns with UN SDGs for Quality Education and Good Health and Well-being.