How Can Hospitals and Birthing Centers Apply for a Certificate of Intent?
To apply for this Certificate of Intent, a hospital must submit the following to the U.S. Committee for UNICEF: • A complete copy of the “Self Appraisal Tool.” This questionnaire is designed as a self evaluation and education tool that assists interested hospital staff in identifying strategies for optimal care for breastfeeding mothers. • A “Letter of Intent” signed by the CEO of the hospital or other appropriate hospital administrator that includes the following items: • a brief description of activities and any existing supporting documentation (e. g., a copy of policy) to demonstrate which of the Ten Steps (as defined globally) the hospital has accomplished; • a brief description of actions planned (e. g., convene in-house task force, implement policy, provide training) and problems foreseen in accomplishing the global Ten Steps; • a general timetable for breastfeeding promotion and support activities to accomplish the global Ten Steps; • any other information you would like to inc
