Embedded Files
SWEET MOTHER INTERNATIONAL ABUJA, NIGERIA
Report by
Adeshina John Matthew
Coordinator
Sweet Mother International (SMI) Abuja, Nigeria
1. SMI Participates in Health Services Delivery Forum:
Event: Interactive Session with NGOs and International Partners (IP) organized by the FCT Health Secretariat, Abuja.
Purpose: To discuss the health agenda of the Federal Capital Territory and ensure synergy between NGOs, IPs, and government agencies.
Key Focus Areas: Maternal and Child Health, Non-Communicable Diseases, HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and other health concerns.
Outcome: NGOs, including SMI, committed to working as an advocacy group to refocus the activities of the FCT Administration.
Documentation: NGOs received a 62-page Strategic Health Development Plan (2010-2015) from the FCT Administration for review and advice.
2. SMI Supports "Miss NGO" Pageant:
Date: September 28th, 2011
Overview: Grand finale of the Miss NGO 2011 Pageant in Abuja, featuring performances and advocacy on Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
Pre-Event Activities: Ten-day camp for 13 contestants, focusing on MDGs, community development, management skills, and social psychology.
SMI's Role: Abuja SMI was invited to facilitate a session during the camp and undertook other key roles.
Report Access: Click here for detailed report and pictures or download the attached report.
3. SMI Supports World Breastfeeding Week Activities:
Event: "A Baby Show" hosted by the Primary Health Care Development Board of the FCT, Abuja, as part of the 2011 World Breast Feeding Week.
SMI's Participation: As a special guest, SMI advised nursing mothers on the importance of exclusive breastfeeding for at least six months.
Report Access: Click here for detailed report or download the attached report.
Conclusion: These activities highlight SMI Abuja's commitment to enhancing health services, supporting community development, and advocating for key health issues. We look forward to continuing our impactful work in these areas.
Attachments:
Strategic Health Development Plan (2010-2015)
Detailed Report and Pictures of the Miss NGO Pageant
Report on World Breastfeeding Week Activities
Page updated
Report abuse