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The Wellbeing Foundation Africa was founded in 2004 by Her Excellency Mrs Toyin Ojora Saraki, with the aim of improving health outcomes for women, infants and children. At the WBFA, we combine our programmes with advocacy work in Nigeria and around the world. Over 200,000 women have taken part in our flagship ‘MamaCare’ classes in Nigeria. Despite dire national maternal mortality rates, we have not yet lost a single MamaCare mother. Our WBFA midwives transform the lives of mothers, their children and communities – and for whom no topic is off-limits. Our Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) programme is run in partnership with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, the oldest and most established school of tropical medicine in the world, and Johnson & Johnson, one of the largest global health companies. We implement the EmONC training programme in Kwara State as part of a unique partnership model, bringing together an esteemed higher-education institution, the private sector and a civil society organisation. Our #MaternalMonday campaign was conceived as a platform for mothers and our WBFA midwives to share their knowledge, experiences & best practice. The aim of that sharing exercise is to raise awareness for the improvement of reproductive, maternal, newborn, child & adolescent health. Most importantly, we harness the power of story-telling on social media to share accurate information on maternal health #DevStories In 2017 we launched our sister organisation, Wellbeing for Women Africa. Harnessing the best and brightest minds around African development, Wellbeing for Women Africa elevates passionate young experts into decision-making spaces, whilst honing their craft as advocates through their editorial advocacy micro-grants programme. Please visit Wellbeing for Women Africa here.

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Company size

11-50 employees

Headquarters

Abuja, Niger

Type

Nonprofit

Founded

2004

Specialties

Maternal Health, Adolescent Health, Child Health , Advocacy , Women, Infants, Children, Youth , MamaCare, EmONC, Safe Births , Wellbeing for Women, Health4All, Midwives, Midwifery, SDG 3, SDG 5, and SDGs

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Employees at The Wellbeing Foundation Africa

Updates

🚨 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗼! 🚨 Tomorrow, we come together to shed light on the reality faced by over 13 million babies born too soon each year, many of whom lack access to essential care. Join us for our 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 as we address this year’s theme: “𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟯 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲!” 📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 ⏰ 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟭𝟬:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘁 Don’t miss this impactful session where we’ll discuss preterm birth, Neonatal Jaundice, and Kernicterus, and explore how to make quality care accessible for every newborn. 🌐 𝙇𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧—𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙣𝙤𝙬
A recap of the final day training activities at the Advanced Obstetric and Surgical Skills course for residents from training institutions affiliated with the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria #NPMCN in Abuja which covered essential topics, including surgical techniques in obstetrics, obstetric anal sphincter repair, post-surgical haemorrhage management, and post-operative ward care. This project is funded through the Global Health Workforce Programme #GHWP, supported by the UK Department of Health and Social Care #DHSC, and managed by the Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) for the benefit of both the UK and partner-country health sectors.Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Nigeria, DUCIT BLUE SOLUTIONS, World Health Organization Nigeria, National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Nigeria Health Watch, Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria.#GHWP #LSTM #WBFA
As we conclude the intensive three-day Advanced Obstetrics and Surgical Skills #AOSS training for residents from institutions across Nigeria, affiliated with the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria #NPMCN, we reflect on a program that has been both educational and impactful. On this final day, residents covered essential topics, including surgical techniques in obstetrics, obstetric anal sphincter repair, post-surgical haemorrhage management, and post-operative ward care. These sessions equipped participants with practical skills to enhance maternal health outcomes in Nigeria. During one of the breakout sessions, focused on uterine compression suture skills, Professor Karima demonstrated a safe and effective stitching method, guiding residents through the “close the suture, compress, and tie” process to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This hands-on practice provided participants with in-depth insights into effective surgical interventions for managing postpartum haemorrhage. As we conclude this first batch of training for residents in Abuja, we remain committed to supporting the advancement of healthcare professionals in Nigeria, further increasing the quality of care available to mothers and children across the country. This project is funded through the Global Health Workforce Programme #GHWP, supported by the UK Department of Health and Social Care #DHSC, and managed by the Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) for the benefit of both the UK and partner-country health sectors.Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, DUCIT BLUE SOLUTIONS, World Health Organization Nigeria, National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Nigeria Health Watch, Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria.#GHWP #LSTM #WBFA
A recap of day two’s training activities at the Advanced Obstetric and Surgical Skills course for residents from training institutions affiliated with the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria #NPMCN in Abuja, which was focused on topics such as Vaginal Breech Birth, Basic Airway Skills, Safe Blood Transfusion, and the World Health Organization’s Safe Surgery Checklist #SSCL. This project is funded through the Global Health Workforce Programme #GHWP, supported by the UK Department of Health and Social Care #DHSC, and managed by the Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) to benefit both the UK and partner-country health sectors.Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Nigeria, DUCIT BLUE SOLUTIONS, National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Nigeria Health Watch, Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria #GHWP #LSTM #WBFA
⏰ 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼! ⏰ With over 13 million babies born too soon each year, many lacking access to the essential care they need, 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 is a powerful reminder of the urgent need for action. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟬:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗱: “𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟯 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲!” Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the challenges of preterm birth, Neonatal Jaundice, and Kernicterus, and to explore how we can ensure every newborn gets the quality care they deserve. Healthcare workers and the general public are invited to be part of this important conversation. 🌐 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩 #WPDWEBINAR
Preventing the spread of germs and infections in communities is essential for protecting the health and wellbeing of every member. This is why we prioritise regular education to promote hygienic practices that lead to improved health outcomes. Our #NurseEducators lead impactful Hygiene Quest sessions designed to go beyond simple instructions. These sessions feature educational illustrations and engage community members, bringing to life the invisible world of germs and their potential impact on daily life. Through these interactions, our Nurse Educators identify common areas where germs are likely to thrive and share effective practices to reduce the risk of transmission, helping participants understand the crucial role of good hygiene in maintaining health.#WashWednesday
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As we marked the second day of the Advanced Obstetrics and Surgical Skills #AOSS training for residents, with a focus on essential topics such as Vaginal Breech Birth, Basic Airway Skills, Safe Blood Transfusion, and the World Health Organization's Safe Surgery Checklist #SSCL. Participants engaged in breakout sessions that included both theoretical classes and hands-on practical training using the Objective Structured Clinical Examination #OSCE method with mannequins, allowing them to gain hands-on experience. A stand-out session was led by Professor Charles Anawo Ameh PhD, MPH, FWACS, FRSPH, FRCOG, SFHEA, who delivered a practical and engaging demonstration of the Assisted Vaginal Delivery #AVD method. Emphasising the important use of a specific tool - ventouse or vacuum extractor, Professor Charles provided a clear, step-by-step demonstration of how to perform AVD safely and effectively. He highlighted the importance of adopting a steady and strong posture during the procedure, to ensure both the practitioner's control and patient safety. After his demonstration, participants were encouraged to try the technique themselves, increasing the interactive learning environment and boosting their confidence in the advanced skills taught. This hands-on approach highlights the program’s effectiveness in equipping Nigeria's healthcare professionals with the competencies needed to manage complex obstetric cases and reduce maternal and neonatal complications. This project is funded through the Global Health Workforce Programme #GHWP, supported by the UK Department of Health and Social Care #DHSC, and managed by the Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) for the benefit of both UK and partner-country health sectors.Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Nigeria, DUCIT BLUE SOLUTIONS, National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Nigeria Health Watch, Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria.#GHWP #LSTM #WBFA
As we continue to advance healthcare outcomes in Nigeria, we are excited to announce the commencement of the Advanced Obstetrics and Surgical Skills #AOSS training program for 31 residents from training institutions in five states of Nigeria, affiliated with the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria #NPMCN in Abuja. This marks the next phase in our ongoing partnership with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine #LSTM, as we work together to amplify the impact and visibility of the Global Health Workforce Program #GHWP and contribute to the improved perinatal health outcomes in Nigeria The three-day training which began yesterday, builds on earlier sessions held in May and June 2024, during which 82 NPMCN faculty benefited from the training at the Centres of Excellence in Lagos and Abuja established under the programme. By enhancing the skills of medical professionals in obstetric surgery and maternity care leadership, the #AOSS program is contributing to strengthening Nigeria's healthcare workforce to address the country’s critical health challenges. In the current phase of the programme, trained faculty NPMCN who were trained by LSTM and the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology #RCOGNLG earlier this year are leading and running the training. This transition from initial training delivered by Nigerian Obstetricians in the diaspora affiliated with RCOGNLG illustrates the continuity and positive impact of this initiative. This project is funded through the Global Health Workforce Programme (GHWP), supported by the UK Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), and managed by the Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) for the benefit of both UK and partner-country health sectors.DUCIT BLUE SOLUTIONS, World Health Organization Nigeria, National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Nigeria Health Watch, Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria, #WBFA
With over 13 million babies born too soon each year, many of them lacking access to the essential care they need, World Prematurity Day serves as a good reminder of the challenges faced by premature infants and their families. This year, we are excited to announce our upcoming webinar in commemoration of World Prematurity Day, themed: ”Over 13 Million Babies Born Too Soon Every Year: Access to Quality Care Everywhere!” The webinar will focus on raising awareness about preterm birth, Neonatal Jaundice (NNJ), and Kernicterus, while also highlighting the importance of accessible, quality care for affected infants. ♦️ Date: 15th November, 2024 ♦️ Time: 10:00 AM Prompt We invite healthcare workers and the general public to join us for an insightful discussion. Click the link below to register todaySee you there!

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