OUR Initiatives
THE TOM PROJECT
The Time of the Month Project
No Girl Should Miss School. Period
The TOM Project tackles period poverty by providing menstrual hygiene products and education to girls in underserved communities on proper menstrual hygiene.
To achieve this, we distribute TOM Packs (reusable drawstring sport sacs) containing, a TOM Bag (cosmetic bag), wipes, pain medication, menstrual pads, and panties for use in case of ‘accidents’ outside the home. Every donation event is preceded by TOM educational sessions led by healthcare professionals, taking care to include boys in these educational sessions. These sessions address cultural taboos and misinformation through education and open discussions.
Achievements:
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Distributed 3,000 pads and 1,000 period panties to girls at two high schools in Akim Oda, Ghana.
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Provided TOM Packs containing essentials like
wipes, pain medication, pads, and panties.
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Conducted menstrual hygiene education and
Q&A with healthcare professionals.
The BLOOM Project
The Bettering the Lives of Our Mothers Project. BLOOMing Health, Happiness, and Hope for Mothers.
Motherhood is a transformative journey woven with challenges and moments of pure joy. Yet, for countless women in Ghana, these challenges can spiral into daunting obstacles.
The BLOOM Project stands as a beacon of hope, committed to uplifting all Ghanaian mothers whether expectant, new or veteran.
Our comprehensive approach focuses on activity based educational events, advocacy and support to ensure that every mother has the opportunity to thrive.
BLOOM Events also serve as fundraisers to settle patient accounts, provide medical supplies and procure consumable items for the NICU and Maternal Ward at Oda Government Hospital in Akim Oda. The BLOOM Project sows seeds of empowerment that bloom into radiant futures for every mother and child.
Achievements:
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Hosted a Yoga and Brunch event for 30 mothers, featuring a yoga session and a talk on postpartum depression by a Korle Bu Teaching Hospital Ob/Gyn.
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Plan to hold quarterly brunches to educate mothers on maternal health topics and provide relaxation.
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Proceeds fund medical supplies and essentials for the NICU and Maternal Ward at Oda Government Hospital.
The ECHO Project
The Endometriosis Campaign for Health and Outreach Project ECHOing Strength: Amplifying Endometriosis Awareness
The ECHO Project supports women suffering from endometriosis through research, education, and support group sessions. These group sessions provide a safe space for women to share their experiences and receive guidance from medical professionals. The ECHO Project collaborates with providers to create a comprehensive directory of endometriosis specialists in Ghana. We also connect women with ongoing clinical trials to explore new research and treatments to advance the understanding of endometriosis. Our goal is to support and raise awareness about endometriosis, helping women manage the condition and improve their quality of life.
The ECHO Project Achievements:
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Collected data for a database of endometriosis specialists in Ghana.
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Created a database of global endometriosis clinical trials for patients and caregivers.
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The Cancer Awareness and Resources for Empowerment. Uniting Against Cancer, One Woman at a Time.
The CARE Project
The CARE Project focuses on raising awareness and providing support for gynecological (cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar) cancer patients to drive early diagnosis. To achieve this, The CARE Project employs a multifaceted approach which includes encouraging regular screenings and prompt medical consultations, education for patients and their family or caregivers, food and wig donation drives, and transportation services for patients. Our goal is to provide a hostel for out-of-town patients to ensure safe, hygienic accommodations during treatment.
The CARE Project aims to demystify cancer and ensure every woman has access to essential diagnostic tools and treatments.
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Achievements:
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Partnered with a nonprofit and oncology nurses in Ghana to identify and reach patients in need.
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Collaborated with salons to collect, refurbish, and
donate wigs to cancer patients.
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Organized a canned food drive and donated
meals and meal replacement shakes.
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Partnered with rideshare companies to shuttle patients to treatment.
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Ongoing projects
Wigs of Love
TOM Project
