Taking community health groups to scale in Ethiopia
Women and Children First is supporting the Ethiopian government to establish community health groups.
How Groups Will Help Child Nutrition in Tower Hamlets
We are launching a new project to enhance child nutrition in Tower Hamlets' Bengali-speaking communities. Through community groups and educational sessions, parents will receive resources for their children's well-being.
Thokozani’s story
Our Mother’s Day appeal in 2024 is centred on the story of Thokozani, who attends one of our community health groups in Malawi, read her story here.
Tuning into Change: Radio Programs Empowering Young Women
In Malawi, radio is empowering young women to tackle taboo topics and take control of their futures. Through programs like 'Atsikana Ovaya' (Cool Girls), they're sparking dialogue and action on issues from contraception to early marriage. Join us in amplifying their voices and supporting their journey towards health and autonomy.
Helping Mothers and Children Survive and Thrive in Goro, Ethiopia
Women and Children First, with Comic Relief, the Big Lottery Fund, and supporters, helped Doctors with Africa CUAMM establish 100 women's health groups. Safe deliveries by skilled attendants rose by 13% in areas with these groups.
Adapting Health Groups for People Living with Disabilities
Women and Children First, with our partners, is setting up community health groups to empower them to access the healthcare they need, read here to find out how
Preventing Childhood Injury and Death in Bangladesh
Women and Children First, with our partners BADAS-PCP and UCL, adapted community groups to address the issue. The findings show incredible potential for them to work.
Establishing Essential Sexual Health Groups via Kenyan Clinics
In Kenya, where 3 out of 20 teens face pregnancy risks due to limited education, Women and Children First partners with Afya Research Africa to pioneer community health groups. Together, we equip girls with vital knowledge for their sexual and reproductive health. Join us in shaping healthier futures for Kenyan girls.
Martha's Story
Martha was diagnosed with HIV when she was pregnant. She was worried her baby would be positive. Her community group provides vital support to help Martha get the treatment she needs.
New Sexual Health Support for Ethiopian Women
In Amhara, Ethiopia, 1,100+ women teamed up with MSI Reproductive Choices to enhance sexual and reproductive health through community groups. From dispelling myths to advocating for screenings, they're reshaping access to care. Your support can help us extend this impact to Kenya.
Can Groups Improve Uptake of Family Planning, Sexual and Reproductive Health Services?
Women and Children First, working with MSI Reproductive Choices, are testing the use of community health groups. These are adapted to improve uptake of family planning and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services in the Amhara region.
More Women Attending Antenatal Care; Personalised Calendar Results, Ethiopia
Women and Children First completes successful pilot of personalized health appointment calendar in Goro Woreda, Ethiopia, benefiting 839 pregnant women. Improved attendance at antenatal care and skilled birth attendance signals potential for broader impact. Join us in expanding this initiative for safer pregnancies and healthier futures.
Life-Saving, Life-Changing Impacts in Oyam, Uganda
Women and Children First worked with our partner Doctors with Africa CUAMM to establish 200 groups with funding from Comic Relief, the Big Lottery Fund, the Vitol Foundation and our supporters.
How Training in Tanzania is Helping Develop Crucial New Health Groups
Women and Children First has been working in Tanzania training local health officials to organise and run community health groups.
Rahmat’s story
How Personalised Calendars Help Women Attend Crucial Health Appointments. Read Rahmat’s story here.
Successes in the Malga District, Ethiopia
In Malga District, Ethiopia, Women and Children First, in partnership with Family Guidance Association Ethiopia (FGAE) and funded by Comic Relief and supporters, has formed women's health groups. These efforts have heightened health awareness, improved well-being, and fostered community resilience.
Coronavirus: 30% of Women Reduced Use of Maternal, Newborn Health Services
The impact of coronavirus on pregnant women and mothers with small babies in Uganda and Ethiopia has been revealed. 30% have declared they have reduced their use of maternal and newborn health services since the outbreak began.
Giving Ugandan Girls Skills to Make Reusable Sanitary Towels
Women and Children First is helping teenage girls make their own reusable sanitary towels, enabling them to attend school, supporting them with their lives and livelihoods.
Combating Complications during labour and delivery in Goro Woreda, Ethiopia
Dicovr how our Community Health Group in Goro Woreda, Ethiopia are combatig complications during labour and saving lives.
Chaltu's Story
Chaltu is a 24-year-old woman living in the Goro Woreda, Ethiopia. She suffered the distress of losing her baby boy in childbirth at home. Thanks to the women’s health groups, when it came to her next pregnancy, she had a safe delivery at her nearest health centre.