Programme concept. Proposed programme concept, not yet an operating project. Locations, budgets and partners are confirmed through feasibility and partner agreements.
Programme overview
A maternal and child health concept to equip maternity units, train skilled birth attendants, support community health workers and strengthen nutrition and immunisation.
Intended community benefits
- Safer deliveries
- Better newborn care
- Higher immunisation rates
- Improved maternal and child nutrition
The problem
Too many mothers and newborns die from preventable causes because skilled care, equipment, transport or power are missing.
Proposed interventions
- Maternity unit upgrades
- Solar power and water for maternity care
- Skilled-attendant training
- Referral transport
- Community health outreach
Delivery and operating model
Delivery model
Co-designed with ministries of health and district teams, focused on facilities with high need and existing staff.
Sustainable operating model
Facilities remain within public health systems; community health workers are linked to government programmes.
Beneficiaries and partners
Target beneficiary groups
Mothers & newbornsPatients & health facilitiesWomen & girlsRural communities
Potential partners
Ministries of healthMidwifery associationsHealth NGOsEquipment suppliersTransport providers
Proposed impact indicators
- Facilities upgraded
- Skilled birth attendance
- Health workers trained
- Referral response times
Related SDGs
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-beingSDG 5 Gender EqualitySDG 2 Zero Hunger
