CCIH Statement on Standards for Short-term Medical Missions
Short-Term Medical Missions (STMM) can provide much-needed care to a community and help strengthen capacity of local providers. STMM are often provided in emergency response or in long-term development situations, either as standalone activities of a church or integrated within a non-governmental organization or mission organization’s program. Numerous...
Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening
Faith-based Healthcare in India
Faith is a fundamental part of life for people across the globe. Research shows that worldwide, more than eight in ten people identify with a religion. According to the Pew Research Center, in many emerging economies, including India, 80 to 90% of people say religion is a very important part…
Faith-Based Organizations Deliver Lifesaving Solutions in Sierra Leone during COVID-19
by Kristin Haas, Senior Program Coordinator, MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership | COVID-19 has disrupted every facet of health service delivery around the world. In many low- and middle-income countries, governments have diverted resources away from maternal and child health priorities, such as vaccinating for deadly childhood illnesses and ensuring…
Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening
Faith-based Organization Role in Health Systems in Tanzania
Tanzania is a country faced with a significant burden of disease, poverty, and disparities in health outcomes. According to the World Bank, 26% of Tanzanians live below the poverty line, causing a significant barrier to access and affordability of healthcare in the country.