Where we Work
We are healthworkers who work in Marindi Sub County Hospital, Homa Bay County, Kenya, who have gone the extra mile to initiate a project to tackle the identified gaps among our patients
About
“The Healthy Woman: Being Proactive Every Day, Keeps Obesity at Bay" is a nutrition initiative launched in September 2020 to address knowledge gaps in NCD risk factors and inadequate access to healthy food among women and adolescent girls living with HIV in Homa Bay County. The project works with Community ART Groups (CAGs), which were formed to streamline ARV medication distribution. Recognizing that many “stable” patients were overweight and unaware of NCD risks, we introduced agri-nutrition projects and educational sessions to enhance knowledge on healthy diets and physical activity.
We have prioritized male involvement and have men as role models in land access by women. We also empower women to make critical decisions on their health and that of their households.
Despite being self-funded and relying on local support and partnerships, this initiative has improved nutrition, food security, and economic status for several households. The project currently benefits the group members, with a ripple effect on the catchment population. We have the potential to expand further.
