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Meet Linah: Nurturing the community with mental health support
Linah is a counsellor for women and youth in her community navigating mental health challenges.
The graduate: Meet Mwinyi in Kenya
Mwinyi attended Rasul Akram Early Childhood Development School in Kwale, Kenya, where his teacher, Bahati, helped set the foundation for his education journey.
Building climate resilience through regenerative farming: Gerrad’s story
Gerrad has started making natural pesticide and natural fertiliser using only inputs available for free on his farm. So far, he's seen improvements in soil health and crop health, greater yields, better nutrition, and increased financial savings.
Celebrating 40 years of the Madrasa Early Childhood Programme
Learn about the programme's impact on children, families and entire communities in East Africa
Youth livelihoods: Peris’ story
Peris has enrolled on a course at her local college to develop her skills in refrigeration and air conditioning maintenance. Now, she has the skills to apply for a job and becoming financially independent.
Youth livelihoods: Asma’s story
Asma runs her own fashion and tailoring business in Mombasa, Kenya, where she teachers other young women, especially young mothers, tailoring and design.
Mobile health clinics in rural Kenya
Dr. Lipesa is part of a group of medical professionals who bring health services to people in remote areas of Kenya. Follow Dr. Lipesa and his colleagues as they transform an unused rural health centre into a bustling hub of triage and treatment, creating a crucial link between underserved communities and the public health care system.
The family man: Challenging gender norms in Kenya
In David's rural community in Kenya, most people see parenting and caregiving as a woman’s role. But David is an engaged father to his two daughters, and made sure his wife Ruth had the support and professional care she needed during her pregnancy.
Community health volunteers in Kenya and Tanzania
Joyce and Nelly are community health volunteers who provide lifesaving information about maternal and child health in their communities, and ensure community members can access the care they need. This film follows Joyce as she makes home and clinic visits to newborns in Tanzania, and Nelly as she makes a home visit to discuss family planning in her community.