Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening
Contributions of Faith-Based Organizations in Health Care Delivery in Uganda
The contributions of faith-based organizations in health care delivery in Uganda are significant. Here we feature three Christian organizations that deliver or support health services in Uganda, including the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau, the largest network of faith-based health organizations in the country; LifeNet International which operates in Uganda; and…
Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening
Contributions of Faith-Based Organizations in Health Care in Malawi
Faith-based organizations (FBO) provide a significant amount of healthcare in many nations. In Malawi, the Christian Health Association of Malawi, the Evangelical Association of Malawi, LifeNet International, and World Renew are FBOs who contribute to the country’s health services in the areas of family planning, immunization, nutrition and WASH, as…
Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening
FBOs Strengthen Health Systems in Bangladesh
Faith-based organizations LAMB and World Renew make substantial contributions to the health system in Bangladesh through their work in maternal and child health, family planning, nutrition, immunization, water and sanitation, and overall health systems strengthening. They have operated in Bangladesh since 1976 and provide sustainable health care services in rural…
Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening
Faith-based Healthcare in India
Faith is a fundamental part of life for people across the globe. Research shows that worldwide, more than eight in ten people identify with a religion. According to the Pew Research Center, in many emerging economies, including India, 80 to 90% of people say religion is a very important part…