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mothers2mothers (m2m) is an African primary health care organisation that employs women living with HIV as community health workers across 11 African countries. These “Mentor Mothers” deliver integrated health services at clinics and in communities to ensure everyone, everywhere has access to the services they need to be healthy and stay in care. View this page or visit our website to find out more. m2m’s proven, peer-led model is focused on ending HIV, as well as tackling related health challenges that disproportionately impact people living with HIV—such as tuberculosis, cervical cancer, diabetes, and malaria—all with the aim of building a fairer, healthier future. The employment of local women as community health workers means that we are delivering a model that prioritises health care for families who need it most, delivered by women who know them best. To amplify our impact, we also work closely with governments, multilaterals, and implementing partners to shape policies and strengthen health systems based on our 20+ years of experience. Since we began in 2001, m2m has created jobs for over 12,000 women living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa and, together, they have reached more than 16 million people with critical health services and education and helped to keep alive over 3 million at-risk mothers and infants. In 2023, we achieved virtual elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV among our enrolled clients for the 10th consecutive year, reaching a 0% transmission rate for the first time—a goal that has driven our work since our creation.

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Cape Town, Western Cape

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2001

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For Nozethu in South Africa, managing diabetes, hypertension, and HIV felt impossible. Balancing three chronic conditions with family life was overwhelming—until mothers2mothers Mentor Mothers stepped in with life-changing support. Through emotional support and practical guidance, Nozethu found hope and the tools to regain control of her health. Today, she’s not only managing her conditions but is planning to start a vegetable garden to improve nutrition for herself and her family. This #WorldDiabetesDay, discover how holistic, community-driven approach is breaking barriers to healthcare for those who need it most. Read the full story on our blog! 👉 https://buff.ly/4eA3QsW
Today's motivation is Makeletso —a mothers2mothers HIV Testing Services Mentor in #Lesotho who is using her experience to educate her community, debunk misinformation, and encourage HIV testing.
mothers2mothers (m2m) Quarterly Report for Q3 2024 is out and we are excited to share some of the highlights: 🇱🇸 After a competitive process, m2m Lesotho has been selected as the lead implementing partner for Bokamoso—a five-year project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to improve the health and well-being of orphans and vulnerable children, adolescent girls and young women, and their caregivers, families, and communities. 🙌🏾 m2m delivered excellent health outcomes across the board in Q3—from high rates of HIV testing, treatment, and viral suppression and comprehensive STI screenings to further progress in reduced maternal and child mortality rates among our enrolled clients. 🌍 Q3 saw m2m expand to employ 1,228 community health workers who delivered services from 462 health facilities and community locations across sub-Saharan Africa. 🇿🇲 Our exceptional results under the USAID Zambia Integrated Health Activity (ZIH) demonstrate how our peer-led model can transform health outcomes for women and families by seamlessly integrating HIV prevention, maternal health, tuberculosis care, and family planning. Read the full report here: https://buff.ly/4fguOqR
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Chloe Gill, who joined mothers2mothers as an ambassador this year! Thank you for being part of the m2m family 💜
"Africa is the world’s youngest continent. As young people, we must be given the support, and power, to solve these challenges so we can build a healthy, more equal future. Let the youth lead. We will repay you by using our energy to build the solutions we know our communities need. Health and opportunity should not just be for the few, but a reality for all, regardless of where we live, what we look like, or how old we are." Truly inspirational words from mothers2mothers Spokeswoman Jessie Mzemba from Malawi during last week's Pan African Youth Forum in Algeria! Jessie shared her story and used her experience to advocate for what young people need to be in charge of their own health and well-being, and the 3 key things we should think about when deliver health information and services to this group: What we deliver, where we deliver it, and who should be in charge. Thank you to United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the African Union for creating the space for the next generation to highlight and discuss the issues that impact them most.
African young women are the key to unlocking the continent's future! 💪 By improving access to education, easing the burden of care, boosting financial inclusion, and upskilling in sectors like health care, young women have the potential to transform economies. But first and foremost, they need to be able to make the right health decisions for themselves. Investing in the health of the next generation of women is essential for driving sustainable growth and building a stronger, healthier future for all 🌍 Join us as celebrate African Youth Month with the African Union! Read more in this insightful Mastercard Foundation report: https://buff.ly/4fsGrdX
"I had the privilege of visiting some health facilities and spending time with the remarkable women on our Nigeria Mentor Mother team. They reminded me of the power of our model and how it places women who have faced similar challenges at the forefront, offering not just services but a sense of community and resilience." 🌍 We were thrilled to welcome our President and CEO, Frank Beadle de Palomo, to our sites in Nigeria as we officially launched mothers2mothers services in the country! 🇳🇬 Frank engaged with our incredible Mentor Mothers and toured the Bwari Town Clinic and Dutse Makaranta Primary Health Care Centre to witness the impactful work of our frontline team. Since launching direct services on 1st of July, 2024, m2m is supporting Nigerian women, children, and families with essential health education, services, and support. Catch a glimpse into our journey in Nigeria, our second West African country, in our latest blog post! #LinkInBio
Throwback to an unforgettable day at our Nigeria Launch Event in Abuja! 🇳🇬✨ We had the honour of officially marking the expansion of mothers2mothers (m2m) into the Federal Capital Territory, where we’re now offering direct services to help families access life-changing healthcare, education, and support. 🙌🏾 Thank you to all the incredible partners, stakeholders, and community members who joined us for this special moment. Together, we’re working to improve maternal and child health, prevent HIV transmission, and build healthier futures for all. 🌍❤️ 👉🏾 Learn more about our work in Nigeria and our mission to transform lives: https://buff.ly/3YIgXU8
💬 “Being a Mentor Mother has made me independent and more creative. It has helped me achieve dreams that once seemed impossible.” We love to see it! Isabel is an incredible mothers2mothers Mentor Mother from Mozambique, and a local hero transforming the health of families in her community one client at a time. But she’s not just transforming the lives of others. From newfound independence to achieving dreams once thought impossible, her path of self-discovery is an inspiration to us all.
📣 Today is #AfricaYouthDay! 👩🏽🤝👩🏾👨🏾🤝👨🏽 With the immense potential of over 420 million young people aged between 15 and 35 years (35% of Africa's population), African youth are the continent’s greatest and biggest resource. It is critical that we create safe spaces to amplify their voices, while break the barriers that compromise meaningful youth engagement, and health and well-being. To mark the day, the African Union will be hosting the Pan-African Youth Forum in Algeria , during which youth change makers from all over the continent will convene—and we are very excited that mothers2mothers Adolescent Mentor Mother from #Malawi, Jessie Mzemba, will be there to share her story and insights during the opening plenary! Watch this space. 🗓️

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