Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening

Contributions of Faith-Based Organizations in Health Care in Malawi


February 26, 2021

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...

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FBOs Strengthen Health Systems in Bangladesh


January 27, 2021

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...

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Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening

Faith-based Healthcare in India


January 18, 2021

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…

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Faith-based Organization Role in Health Systems in Tanzania


January 12, 2021

Tanzania is a country faced with a significant burden of disease, poverty, and disparities in health outcomes. According to the World Bank, 26% of Tanzanians live below the poverty line, causing a significant barrier to access and affordability of healthcare in the country.

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