Fundraising Target
$5,322
(Tax Deductible)
Project Type
Healthcare
$2,350
Raised so far this year
Recent Updates
18/3/24 - The pilot survey trip has taken place and the team was able to spend time in one of the two planned villages. A total of 73 women were interviewed. Fiona and the team are currently reviewing survey results and discerning if there are future possibilities for a project supporting maternal and child health in northern Indochina.
We thank you for your support and ask for your prayer for discernment as we look to learn more about what is impacting the maternal child health rates in rural Indochina and what appropriate avenues we can explore to come alongside families in these villages.
Details
Project Code: ICEwh301
In rural communities in Northern Indochina, women often give birth at home or in clinics with limited resources, using traditional practices and knowledge. While childbirth is usually safe, even when there are birthing complications, the outcomes in these regions are harsher than in urbanised areas with greater medical access.
Maternal and infant mortality rates are higher in this country than the broader geographical region and the country’s government is prioritising midwife training programs for ethnic minorities in recognition of their greater need.
The project enables an exploratory visit by a childbirth expert and team members to examine the possibilities for a future project providing maternity and childbirth support. This trip is planned for February-March 2024.
The budget covers all travel costs including flights, visas, accommodation and food.
Your partnership with this project enables childbirth experts to visit a rural area in Indochina, meet with community members and explore the possibility of providing regular maternity and childbirth support in a priority area.
Important Note
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