By Akaraonye Samuel ifeanyi | Founder/CEO
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to you. Your generosity and commitment make it possible for us to continue our mission and create meaningful change in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your unwavering support and belief in our cause.
Overview: Maternal Healthcare and Family Planning in Nigeria
Nigeria faces significant challenges in maternal healthcare, with one of the highest maternal mortality rates globally—approximately 512 deaths per 100,000 live births. Access to quality maternal care is limited, particularly in rural areas, due to inadequate healthcare infrastructure, cultural barriers, and economic constraints. Family planning services also face obstacles, with only 17% of women aged 15-49 using contraception, primarily due to limited access, cultural and religious resistance, and lack of awareness. During the cause of our community outreach and sensitization, feelers we got from few women we interviewed was quite alarming.
Key Achievements (Q2 2024)
- Provided antenatal care to 20 women and distributed family planning resources to 15 women.
- Conducted 5 community workshops on maternal health and family planning.
- Partnered with 2 local health centers to enhance service delivery.
Income and Expenses
- Income: $210 from Samony Entrepreneurial Ventures LTD.
- Expenses: $208.00 spent on medical supplies, transportation, and workshop logistics.
- Balance: $2
Challenges
- Limited funding and inadequate healthcare facilities hinder service expansion.
- Cultural barriers and economic constraints affect the uptake of family planning services.
Future Prospects
- Expand services to more communities and enhance partnerships with healthcare providers.
- Develop sustainable models for ongoing maternal healthcare and family planning.
Conclusion
SOHF, SEV, and SOHF's Impact Nexus remain committed to addressing these challenges and ensuring the success of the "Maternal HealthCare & Family Planning in Nigeria" initiative, aiming to make a lasting impact on maternal health in Nigeria.
Warm regards,
Sam Onyemaechi Humanitarian Foundation
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