Children
ICAP Helps Give Sierra Leone’s Children a Better Chance through CHAMPS
Child mortality is one of the most pressing health challenges in Sierra Leone, where the under-five mortality rate is 94 deaths per 1,000 live births—compared to a global average of 49, and 6 in the United States. Sierra Leone is committed to reducing child deaths,...
How a Mothers Support Group Helped Babies Reach Their Second Birthday HIV-Free
Support groups are a critical outlet for people living with HIV to express themselves, learn from others, and feel empowered. This is especially true for mothers living with HIV as they navigate the difficulties of childbirth and try to ensure that their babies remain...
In Sierra Leone, Improved Tracking and Outreach Leads to Surge in Measles Immunization Coverage
The 2014 outbreak of Ebola virus in western Africa left local health systems reeling. Overwhelmed by the need for Ebola care, health facilities were unable to provide space, staff, or resources to keep up with routine activities—including childhood immunizations. In...