By Frankie Bird | Programmes and Office Assistant
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Project Votsira continues to make meaningful progress in improving the health and wellbeing of mothers and children in southeast Madagascar. The project focuses on strengthening knowledge within communities and supporting healthcare providers to deliver essential maternal and child health (MCH) education and services.
In many communities, misinformation around maternal and child health contributes to preventable illness and poor outcomes. Project Votsira addresses this by providing accurate, practical information to caregivers, helping them make informed decisions for their families.
We are pleased to share that the project recently completed its third round of MCH education sessions, reaching a total of 1,260 caregivers. These sessions covered vital topics such as breastfeeding practices, the importance of antenatal care, childhood vaccinations, and the causes, symptoms, and prevention of common childhood illnesses. By improving understanding in these areas, caregivers are better equipped to protect the health of their children.
In addition to community education, the project continues to strengthen collaboration across the health sector. A recent roundtable meeting brought together key maternal and child health stakeholders in the Anosy region, including community health workers, local health centre staff, and partner organisations. This forum provided an opportunity to share lessons learned from the first year of the project and openly discuss implementation challenges.
The insights gathered during these discussions are already shaping the next phase of Project Votsira, ensuring that the programme continues to respond effectively to local needs.
This progress would not be possible without your support. Your contributions are helping to improve access to life-saving knowledge and services, and to build healthier futures for families across the Anosy region.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
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