Anti-Jiggers Campaigns

Imarika Foundation

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Project Snapshot

Ask Amount

KES 650,000

Project Stage

Pilot

Launch Date

Wednesday, February 7th, 2018

Project Manager

Peter Angore

Project Partners Inc

Partners involved: 1. Tuungane CBO 2. Ahadi Kenya Trust 3. Umoja Rubber 4. Kilifi County government- department of health

Project Summary

Imarika Foundation's anti-jigger and reproductive health campaign targets schools in Kilifi. Through health clubs, it treats infestations and educates on hygiene and teen pregnancy prevention.

Intervention Areas

Child Protection & WelfareEnding Harmful Practices (FGMChild Marriage)MaternalChild & Reproductive Health and RightsMenstrual Health & HygienePublic Health & Primary Care

Target Population

Low-Income Individuals & FamiliesVulnerable or Marginalized Populations (General)

Problem Statement

Jigger infestation and high rates of teenage pregnancy in Kilifi affect school attendance, health, and human dignity.

Proposed Solution

Establish health clubs in schools to mentor students, treat jiggers, provide shoes, and offer reproductive health education.

Expected Impact

Restored dignity, eradication of jiggers in target areas, prevention of re-infestation, and improved reproductive health knowledge.

Sustainability Plan

Health club champions are mentored to train others, ensuring knowledge transfer. Partnership with Tuungane CBO reduces medication costs.

Budget Breakdown

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Anti-Jiggers Campaigns

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