The BLOOM Project
The BLOOM (Bettering Lives Of Our Mothers) Project
Motto: BLOOMing Health, Happiness, and Hope for Moms
Maternal health is a cornerstone of community well-being, yet many women in Ghana face significant challenges during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 295,000 women died from complications related to pregnancy and childbirth in 2017, with 94% of these deaths occurring in low-resource settings like Ghana. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights the importance of access to quality maternal healthcare and education to improve outcomes for mothers and babies.
The BLOOM Project is committed to supporting mothers and amplifying women’s voices throughout the birth process. Our comprehensive approach focuses on education, support, and advocacy to ensure that every mother has the opportunity to thrive.
Our Initiatives Include:
1. Educational Workshops: We conduct workshops that provide vital information about prenatal care, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. These sessions empower women with knowledge about their bodies, their rights, and the healthcare options available to them.
2. Support Networks: Establishing community support groups for mothers to share experiences, receive emotional support, and access resources. These networks foster a sense of community and ensure that no woman faces motherhood alone.
3. Advocacy for Better Healthcare: Working with healthcare providers and policymakers to improve maternal health services and ensure that all women receive respectful and competent care. We advocate for policies that prioritize maternal health and support women’s voices in healthcare decisions.
4. Resource Distribution: Providing essential resources such as prenatal vitamins, birthing kits, and postpartum supplies to mothers in need. These resources help to mitigate some of the physical and financial barriers that women face during the childbirth process.
Impact and Goals:
The BLOOM Project aims to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity rates in Ghana by improving access to education and healthcare. By empowering mothers with knowledge and support, we strive to create a safer and more supportive environment for childbirth. Our goal is to see every mother bloom into a healthy and confident parent, capable of nurturing the next generation.
Join Us in Empowering Mothers:
Your support is crucial in helping us reach more women and make a lasting impact on maternal health in Ghana. Together, we can empower mothers and help them bloom into strong, healthy, and confident individuals. Join us in our mission to better the lives of our mothers and their families.
The CARE Project
The CARE (Cancer Awareness and Resources for Empowerment) Project
Motto: CARE for her: Uniting Against Cancer, One Woman at a Time
Gynaecological cancers affect thousands of women worldwide each year, yet awareness and early diagnosis remain significantly low, especially in low-resource settings like Ghana. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), early detection and treatment of cancers such as cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers can dramatically improve survival rates. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also emphasize the importance of regular screenings and education to combat these diseases effectively.
The CARE Project is dedicated to increasing awareness and driving early diagnosis of the five gynaecological cancers. Our comprehensive approach focuses on education, advocacy, and support to ensure that women receive the necessary information and resources to detect and treat cancer early.
Our Initiatives Include:
1. Educational Campaigns: We conduct widespread educational campaigns to inform women about the signs and symptoms of gynaecological cancers. These campaigns aim to demystify cancer and encourage regular screenings and prompt medical consultations.
2. Screening Programs: Partnering with healthcare providers to offer free or subsidized cancer screenings, including Pap smears and HPV vaccinations. Early detection through regular screenings can significantly improve outcomes.
3. Support Networks: Establishing support groups where women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers can share their experiences, receive emotional support, and access resources. These networks provide a sense of community and strength.
4. Advocacy for Better Healthcare: Working with policymakers to improve healthcare infrastructure and ensure that women have access to necessary diagnostic tools and treatments. We advocate for policies that prioritize women’s health and cancer prevention.
5. Resource Distribution: Providing essential resources such as informational brochures, medical referrals, and financial assistance for cancer treatments to women in need.
Impact and Goals:
The CARE Project aims to reduce the incidence and mortality rates of gynaecological cancers in Ghana by promoting early detection and treatment. By raising awareness and providing support, we strive to empower women to take control of their health and seek timely medical care. Our goal is to see every woman receive the care she needs to fight and overcome cancer.
Join Us in Caring for Her:
Your support is crucial in helping us reach more women and make a lasting impact on cancer awareness and prevention in Ghana. Together, we can unite against cancer and support each woman in her journey towards health. Join us in our mission to CARE for her and build a healthier future.
The ECHO Project
The ECHO (Endometriosis Campaign for Health and Outreach) Project
Motto: ECHOing Strength: Amplifying Endometriosis Awareness
Endometriosis affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide, impacting 176 million women globally. Despite its prevalence, awareness and understanding of endometriosis remain limited, leading to significant delays in diagnosis and treatment. In Ghana, the lack of education and resources exacerbates the challenges faced by endometriosis sufferers.
The ECHO Project is dedicated to supporting women with endometriosis through comprehensive education and rigorous research. We aim to provide accurate information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options to empower women to advocate for their health. Our initiatives include:
1. Educational Workshops: Hosting regular workshops to educate women, healthcare providers, and the general public about endometriosis. These sessions aim to dispel myths, provide accurate information, and promote early diagnosis.
2. Research and Advocacy: Collaborating with healthcare professionals and researchers to advance understanding of endometriosis and advocate for better healthcare policies and funding for endometriosis research in Ghana.
3. Support Groups: Establishing support groups where women can share their experiences, receive emotional support, and access resources. These groups also offer a platform for women to connect with others who understand their struggles.
4. Physician Directory: Creating a comprehensive directory of endometriosis specialists in Ghana to help women find expert care and support.
5. Clinical Trials: Connecting women with ongoing clinical trials to explore new treatments and therapies for endometriosis.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), endometriosis is a significant health issue that requires more attention and resources. By raising awareness and providing support, The ECHO Project aims to improve the quality of life for endometriosis sufferers in Ghana.
Join Us in ECHOing Strength:
Together, we can amplify endometriosis awareness and support women in their journey toward better health. Your contributions and involvement are crucial in making a difference. Join us in ECHOing strength and creating a brighter future for women with endometriosis.
The TOM Project
The TOM (Time Of The Month) Project
Motto: No Girl Should Miss School. Period!
Period Poverty describes the difficulty many women face when trying to access information on menstruation, menstrual hygiene products, medication and underwear.
Most girls in rural Ghana travel long distances from home to school. Because of the lack of menstrual hygiene supplies, many of the girls opt to stay home during their menses than risk being seen with blood stained clothes. It is quite common for girls to miss at least a week of school each month because of the discomfort they experience during their menses. Coupled with the ongoing stigma about menstruation, the girls fall behind and eventually drop out.
The Ghana Revenue Authority classifies menstrual hygiene products as luxury items and levys a 20% luxury tax on them as such. This 20 % tax in addition to the 15% VAT (Value Added Tax) makes these products prohibitively expensive and puts them out of reach for many adolescent girls.
Faced with these challenges, most girls (and their families) are not able to afford menstrual pads. They end up staying at home to use products like toilet paper, newspapers, socks, rags and other unhygienic materials. Reusing cloth that has not been properly cleaned and sterilized or dried in the dark puts the girls at a heightened risk for urogenital infections like yeast infections, urinary tract infections, bacterial vaginosis and Hepatitis B infections.
Some girls also turn to sex work as a means to help them afford these “luxury items”. They engage in unsafe sex practices and often fall prey to sexual predators. This in turn spawns a whole set of community health issues like teenage pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections and deaths due to unsafe abortions or suicides.
Period Poverty has serious consequences for the health, education and empowerment of women and girls. With the TOM Project, we aim to fight period poverty by providing free period supplies to adolescent girls in Ghana and raising awareness through education while changing the cultural stigma around menstruation in the community. This problem requires urgent attention and action to ensure these ladies have access to the resources and support they need to manage their menstrual health with dignity.
The T.O.M. Project
Period Poverty describes the difficulty many women face when trying to access information on menstruation, menstrual hygiene products, medication and underwear.
Most girls in rural Ghana travel long distances from home to school. Because of the lack of menstrual hygiene supplies, many of the girls opt to stay home during their menses than risk being seen with blood stained clothes. It is quite common for girls to miss at least a week of school each month because of the discomfort they experience during their menses. Coupled with the ongoing stigma about menstruation, the girls fall behind and eventually drop out.
The Ghana Revenue Authority classifies menstrual hygiene products as luxury items and levys a 20% luxury tax on them as such. This 20 % tax in addition to the 15% VAT (Value Added Tax) makes these products prohibitively expensive and puts them out of reach for many adolescent girls.
Faced with these challenges, most girls (and their families) are not able to afford menstrual pads. They end up staying at home to use products like toilet paper, newspapers, socks, rags and other unhygienic materials. Reusing cloth that has not been properly cleaned and sterilized or dried in the dark puts the girls at a heightened risk for urogenital infections like yeast infections, urinary tract infections, bacterial vaginosis and Hepatitis B infections.
Some girls also turn to sex work as a means to help them afford these “luxury items”. They engage in unsafe sex practices and often fall prey to sexual predators. This in turn spawns a whole set of community health issues like teenage pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections and deaths due to unsafe abortions or suicides.
Period Poverty has serious consequences for the health, education and empowerment of women and girls. With the TOM Project, we aim to fight period poverty by providing free period supplies to adolescent girls in Ghana and raising awareness through education while changing the cultural stigma around menstruation in the community. This problem requires urgent attention and action to ensure these ladies have access to the resources and support they need to manage their menstrual health with dignity.