Our health programmes focus primarily on supporting existing medical clinics, increasing access to vital care in otherwise disadvantaged communities. We also run successful medical camps and medical elective programmes in Somalia.
Our programmes span the country, from the slums to the remote districts especially the conflict and war affected communities. As such, the issues faced by our communities are quite diverse. Some face poor health due to Malnutrition, others struggle with the effects of severe epidemics and HIV/AIDS virus. For all, lack of healthcare has been a massive issue impeding their development both socially and economically.
To help alleviate these issues, SOMPAD has been running health programmes in to help in situations of needy through partnerships.
In all of our programmes, we focus on working with the communities and local authorities to ensure that we are addressing the needs as they see fit. We strive always to empower local people to take control of their own development.
Our initiatives revolve around;
- Promoting the Health of Mothers and Children
- Supporting Community Focused Healthcare
- Supporting Health Projects in Somalia
- Promoting physical activity
- Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) education and prevention
- Injury prevention campaigns
- Breastfeeding promotions campaigns
- Awareness programs about the dangers of smoking