Good health is fundamental to a child’s growth, development, education, and overall well-being. However, many vulnerable children and families face significant barriers to obtaining quality healthcare due to poverty, insufficient health knowledge, and limited access to medical services. As a result, preventable diseases, malnutrition, poor hygiene practices, and delayed treatment continue to impact children’s health and development.

The Health intervention aims to improve the health and well-being of vulnerable children and their families through preventive, promotive, and curative health services. The program focuses on strengthening access to healthcare, improving nutrition, promoting hygiene and sanitation, supporting maternal and child health, and facilitating timely referrals for specialized medical care.

The intervention works closely with health institutions, schools, caregivers, and community volunteers to ensure that children receive the care they need to grow, learn, and thrive.

Important activities

• Health screening and medical assessments for vulnerable children.
• Referral and follow-up of children requiring specialized treatment.
• Nutritional assessments and support for malnourished children.
• Growth monitoring for children under five years of age.
• Health and hygiene education for children and caregivers.
• Support for vaccination and routine child care.
• Menstrual hygiene management for adolescent girls.
• Reproductive health education for adolescents.
• Community awareness sessions on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles.
• Links to health insurance and social protection services where applicable.

Benefits of the intervention

• Improved access to healthcare for vulnerable children.
• Early identification and treatment of diseases.
• Fewer cases of malnutrition and preventable diseases.
• Improved hygiene and sanitation practices within families.
• Better school attendance thanks to improved health.
• Greater knowledge among caregivers regarding children’s health and nutrition.
• Improved awareness of reproductive health among adolescents.
• Improved overall well-being and quality of life for children and families.