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Innovation Corner

Revolutionizing Rural Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene: REF’s Community-Led WASH Monitoring System

The Rosana Empowerment Foundation’s (REF) Community-Led WASH Monitoring System is a mobile-based platform empowering remote communities to control their water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) needs through real-time reporting, GPS tracking, and educational resources. This system ensures timely responses, community involvement, and sustainable improvements in public health and hygiene practices.

Health

Understanding the Ongoing Threat of Mpox in Nigeria: Prevention and Public Health Strategies

Mpox, formerly monkeypox, is a re-emerging viral disease, primarily in Nigeria since 2017. It spreads through close contact with infected individuals, animals, or materials. Symptoms include rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes, with severe cases causing complications. Public health measures and education are crucial for controlling the spread and preventing future outbreaks.

Articles Community Engagement Wellness and Self-Care

Innovative Approaches to Reducing Maternal Mortality in Underserved Communities

Maternal mortality is a serious issue in remote areas with limited healthcare. The Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) addresses this through mobile health clinics, training for midwives, and awareness campaigns. These efforts provide crucial medical services, improve local midwifery skills, and educate communities, resulting in significantly reduced maternal mortality rates and better health outcomes.

Advocacy

Keynote Address by Ejiogu Vitus Chibueze, Executive Director of Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF), During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence in Shira LGA, Bauchi State

Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning, With heartfelt gratitude and unwavering determination, I stand before you