Our Mission
RuWERA CBO's Health and Wellbeing program is dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of women and girls in rural communities. We recognize that a healthy population is crucial for sustainable development, and our program focuses on providing access to quality healthcare, promoting mental health awareness, offering reproductive health services, and strengthening primary healthcare systems.
Key Initiatives
Primary Healthcare Access
Providing essential healthcare services through mobile clinics and community health workers.
Mental Health Support
Offering mental health services, counseling, and support groups to address mental health challenges.
Reproductive Health Education
Conducting workshops on reproductive health, sexual rights, and family planning.
Health Advocacy and Policy Reform
Advocating for improved healthcare services and gender-sensitive health policies.
Nutrition and Wellness
Promoting healthy nutrition through training on sustainable food practices and balanced diets.
Key Data & Justification
Rural Health Disparities
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), women in rural areas are more likely to experience poor health due to limited access to healthcare services and societal pressures.
Mental Health Challenges
Mental health issues are particularly prevalent, with women in rural areas facing a 20% higher risk of depression compared to urban counterparts.
Gender-Based Violence
In Kenya, 56% of women and 38% of girls experience some form of gender-based violence, which has a direct impact on their mental and physical health.
Maternal Health
The maternal mortality rate in rural areas of Kenya is still high, with an estimated 342 deaths per 100,000 live births, which is nearly double the national average of 213.
Our Impact
Women accessed reproductive health services
Women participated in mental health workshops
Women received maternal health services
Girls benefited from reproductive health education
Increased Access to Healthcare
Over 2,000 women and girls in Nyakach Sub-County have accessed reproductive health services, including family planning and antenatal care, through RuWERA's mobile clinics.
Mental Health Support
500 women have participated in mental health workshops and support groups, leading to improved mental health outcomes, including better coping mechanisms and increased participation in community activities.
Improved Maternal Health
1,200 women have received maternal health services, with a significant reduction in home births, improving overall maternal and child health outcomes in the community.
Reproductive Health Education
1,500 girls have benefited from reproductive health education programs, leading to a decrease in early pregnancies and improved awareness of menstrual health and family planning options.
Nutrition and Wellness
800 women have been trained in sustainable farming practices that not only increase household food security but also promote healthier nutrition choices for themselves and their families.
Support Our Health and Wellbeing Program
Your donation can help us improve the health and wellbeing of more women and girls in rural communities. Together, we can create lasting change.