Report from the Biennial Africa Christian Health Associations Platform (ACHAP) 2013 Conference – NCD Theme


January 1, 2013

The Conference objectives were: 1. To reflect on the burden of non-communicable diseases in the Africa continent 2. To share information and experiences on efforts to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases by member CHAs and CHNs in Africa. 3. To identify issues for joint advocacy with and...

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Healthy Timing and Spacing of Pregnancies: A Family Planning Investment Strategy for Improving the Health and Well-Being of Women and Girls


November 14, 2012

USAID’s “Healthy Timing and Spacing of Pregnancies: A Family Planning Investment Strategy for Improving the Health and Well-Being of Women and Girls”

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Religion, Development and the United Nations


November 14, 2012

Religion, Development, and the United Nations | Azza Karam, Social Science Research Council | 2012 | In 2011, the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and the Interfaith Center of New York (ICNY) convened a series of consultations that brought together representatives of...

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Partnering with Religious Communities for Children


November 14, 2012

Partnering with Religious Communities for Children | UNICEF | January 2012 | According to UNICEF Executive Director Anthony Lake, “Long before there was a UNICEF, faith communities were among the greatest advocates for the world’s neediest children, providing guidance, aid and comfort to millions of disadvantaged families.” This...

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