In the Mahu sub-district of Wairara, health workers from Kawan Sehat diligently restocked their medication supplies during a comprehensive multi-day training session. Hailing from remote regions, these remarkable women received vital instruction on life-saving techniques, equipping them to become local heroes and save lives in their communities.

Empowering rural women health workers through training to provide life-saving care and improve community health with our primary medical care initiatives.

A new “Photo of the Day” features Kawan Sehat health workers refilling their medicines with us during a multi-day training session in Wairara, located in the malaria-endemic Mahu sub-district. For years, we have been committed to improving the health of communities in this region, where access to medical resources, care, e medications is limited. Our efforts include initiatives to promote safe drinking water e sanità and the implementation of the primary medical care program, all aimed at salvare vite umane and improving overall health outcomes.

Questi donne eccezionali, from aree remote Come Lulundilu, Haray, Lahiru, Wairara, e Praikalala, are among six health workers undergoing vital training for themselves and their communities here in this sub-district. Despite the dangerous roads that lead to their isolated villages, their unwavering dedication is truly admirable.

Their entusiasmo e infectious happiness are truly remarkable. They have an abundance of energy and a thirst per conoscenza. Over several days, these Kawan Sehat health workers acquired skills in treating illnesses e ferite, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, measuring Pressione sanguigna, disinfecting ferite e malattie, recognizing malaria symptoms, and providing valuable information to patients. They are now equipped to process, test, and offer recommendations with confidence.

Questo powerful image captures the determined look of these women, with one of their children in the centre. This young person is also acquiring knowledge and will perhaps one day benefit from the life-saving medical care provided by these women by her mother.

Empowering Kawan Sehat health workers in rural areas is not just about training; it’s about transforming communities. Their dedizione and new skills save and improve lives” – Alex Wettstein, CEO e Fondatore di Fair Future Foundation

Communities rely heavily on the primary medical care program because it provides crucial skills and resources to meet basic health needs in areas where medical services are scarce. Through this program, health workers can significantly improve the health of their villages, prevent serious illnesses, and provide rapid and effective care. These operatori sanitari are considered essential people in the town, instilling hope, providing solutions, and facilitating guarigione within their communities.

We are steadfast in providing training, education, e Sanità. Your help allows us to move forward to ensure a più sicuro e più sano future for those living in isolated areas. Our collective efforts have a palpable impact on the well-being of these vulnerable people.

Un futuro giusto Fondazione Campo medico-sociale nell’East Sumba – Casa Kambera, Lambanapu – The 18th of July 2024.