We love Guinea, and we love our people.
What we're most proud of is that amidst the problems of our country, we can come together and make strides towards the betterment of our people.
In keeping with this spirit, our annual fundraising campaign will focus on directly improving the health of our people.
Fundraiser goal: We are hoping to raise $15,000 to be used to outfit the clinic, improve its functionality, and sustain the healthcare provided. We thank you for your donations and partnering with us to care for the people of Guinea through healthcare.
To see the breakdown of the items that we will purchase, please visit our itemized list HERE .
Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_ghDrcnFw0A1N6_V3RhwNiyGN51dRLNQ_BnW9oh7vbQ
We need you; together, we can raise money to redefine the health of our people.
Our fundraiser seeks to equip a health clinic for the people living in the district of Dubreka located in the mountainous region of Coyah in Guinea. This fundraiser for the pediatric health center will provide and/or expand access to:
- A clinic to provide basic health services
- A center where people with more serious health issues or people coming from very remote areas and surrounding communities will be hosted.
- A skilled doctor and pediatric oversight
- A referral network to community and regional hospitals
- A well to supply the center with clean and drinkable water
- A solar panel to provide electricity to the clinic and the residence.
About the fundraiser: We are working with Hope Ignited, Inc and Anglican Church of Guinea and Guinea-Bissau to equip a pediatric health clinic and create a health sustainability fund in the district of Dubreka located in the mountainous region of Coyah in Guinea.
About the clinic: The Anglican Clinic of Dubreka was built in 2019 through a partnership between the Anglican Diocese of Guinea and Guinea-Bissau and Hope Ignited, Inc (non-profit), and the head physician, Dr. Diallo, who was trained by Hope Ignited physicians over a 6-month period in the field of pediatrics to improve his knowledge and recognition of common childhood diseases. The clinic includes space for a pharmacy, a laboratory, an observation room, and 5 consultation rooms. It is slated to reopen soon after a long period of closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our goal is to provide basic exam tools, laboratory equipment, and pharmacy staples to boost the capacity of the clinic to care for the surrounding community.
The clinic has not opened to patients yet because they really don't have what they need to do basic patient care. With our fundraiser, the clinic can finally open! Once open, Dr. Diallo will see around 25-50 patients a day, a number we know will increase if we can better equip the clinic. One of Hope Ignited’s pediatricians will begin working in the clinic this summer to help ensure adequate supervision and management of the clinic and to oversee the installation of new equipment and utilization of medications.
Rationale: Having a more accessible health center that will also emphasize prevention by educating the local population will significantly improve health conditions in the district and the surrounding villages. Most importantly, it will significantly decrease deaths from treatable diseases and complications. The main goal of the health clinic is to facilitate access to care to the hardworking population of Dubreka and the surrounding region in order to reduce mortality from treatable diseases. The clinic will provide treatment for malaria, typhoid fever, tuberculosis, and waterborne diseases. The center will also provide care for children and may act as a center for preventative health, hygiene and nutritional health training, especially for women.
We are seeking a total of $15,000 for this project . This amount will cover the costs of building and equipping the health center and to supply it with electricity and potable water, landscaping, and sanitation. Since the community has taken responsibility for the project with our help, Hope Ignited has guaranteed staffing once it is completed through our help.
Dates: Our fundraiser will go from August to November 2021.
To see the breakdown of the items that we will purchase, please visit our itemized list HERE .
Link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_ghDrcnFw0A1N6_V3RhwNiyGN51dRLNQ_BnW9oh7vbQ
How can you help?
You can donate through:
- GoFundMe : ( gofundme.com/f/help-equip-a-pediatric-clinic-in-dubrka-guinea )
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- Zelle: [email redacted] (Note: Dubreka Pediatric Clinic Fundraiser)
Sponsorship:
You, your company/business, or organization can financially sponsor, adopt, or donate any of the item (s) listed HERE . As a sponsor/donor of large items, you will be recognized as such for this fundraiser. For more information regarding sponsorship, please email [email redacted] / [email redacted] .We can also present the fundraiser to you and your organization/company/business.
Contact Information:
For more information about the fundraiser, please visit @Guineanmedicalsociety on social media or email Chairperson Umaru Barrie at [email redacted] or [email redacted] .
About Guinean Medical Society
Guinean Medical Society (GMS) is a student-led organisation that believes in the phrase “Health for All”. We recognise the need to improve access and affordability to healthcare in Guinea and to tackle social issues that impact health and well-being. In response to this call to provide quality, appropriate and evidence-based health care, we established the Guinean Medical Society.
GMS aims to address the United Nations sustainable goal three: Good Health and well-being by developing healthy, self-sufficient and well-informed communities. The organisation hopes to respond to the health needs of the Guinean community both in Guinea and across the globe. It aims to create a space where Guinean students and professionals can find sustainable solutions to the health issues of the Guinean community. Our mission is to promote responsible and active global citizens by initiating a creative space that encourages experiential learning and teaching with great emphasis on health promotion and prevention. Using a multi-sectoral approach, we aim to improve health, education and social justice through initiatives in our communities. In addition, the organisation’s role is to advocate for a healthier nation through advocacy for better healthcare policies and protocols
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About Hope Ignited, Inc.
Hope Ignited is a non-profit organization founded in 2003 with the belief that hope is the key to sustainable transformation. As an organization, our mission is to bring hope to the world's forgotten poor. We provide pediatric medical care and training for local healthcare providers. We provide education to healthcare providers and church leaders to ensure a sustainable legacy of building hope in and amongst local communities. We invite you to join us in this beautiful cause.
To learn more about Hope Ignited: https://www.hopeignited.org/
For more information on Hope Ignited, please visit www.hopeignited.org or email the Medical Director at [email redacted].
Thank you so much for all of your support, donations, and sharing our fundraiser. We are appreciative of your time.
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Rachel Jamison
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