Freedom From Fistula

Freedom From Fistula An estimated 2 million women in Africa are suffering from obstetric fistula caused by prolonged, obs

An estimated 2 million women in Africa are suffering from obstetric fistula caused by prolonged, obstructed childbirth and lack of access to maternity care

BLADDER RETRAINING AFTER SURGERYFor women with obstetric fistula, the normal sensation of needing to urinate is lost.Aft...
27/11/2025

BLADDER RETRAINING AFTER SURGERY

For women with obstetric fistula, the normal sensation of needing to urinate is lost.

After surgery and once the urinary catheter is removed, they need to gradually retrain their ability to urinate on their own.

At the Fistula Care Center, we carefully measure the urine output to monitor clinical progress. This is a vital step toward full recovery and restored bladder function.

DID YOU KNOW?Our Aberdeen Women’s Centre in Sierra Leone specialises in treating injured child and adolescent survivors ...
24/11/2025

DID YOU KNOW?

Our Aberdeen Women’s Centre in Sierra Leone specialises in treating injured child and adolescent survivors of sexual and gender based violence (SGBV).

In 2024 the team worked in partnership with the police, lawyers, advocacy groups and other partners to ensure the best care was available to the 210 survivors in our care. 33 of which were under the age of 10, 168 aged 11 - 17 and 9 over 18.

These are heartbreaking statistics and the violence must stop. 🛑

We are currently running a sewing workshop in Malawi. Each participant receives a brand-new sewing machine and a starter...
22/11/2025

We are currently running a sewing workshop in Malawi. Each participant receives a brand-new sewing machine and a starter kit to help them set up their own micro-enterprise. This amazing income generation project is made possible through the support of UNFPA Malawi, under the Embassy of Iceland in Lilongwe programme for Nkhotakota District.

Christmas lunch here in Malawi during a visit from our UK team.
22/11/2025

Christmas lunch here in Malawi during a visit from our UK team.

Freedom From Fistula Madagascar is currently taking part in the national coordination meeting bringing together all orga...
20/11/2025

Freedom From Fistula Madagascar is currently taking part in the national coordination meeting bringing together all organizations involved in the fight against obstetric fistula in Madagascar.

The event, organized by the Ministry of Public Health, is ongoing in Mahajanga, having started yesterday, 19 November, and continuing until 21 November 2025.

Main objective: to establish joint strategies to eliminate obstetric fistula across the country.

We are proud to stand with all partners working to improve the lives of Malagasy women affected by this condition.

Today we mark World Children’s Day – 20 November.Children everywhere are speaking up about their lives, their hopes and ...
20/11/2025

Today we mark World Children’s Day – 20 November.

Children everywhere are speaking up about their lives, their hopes and their rights.

At Freedom From Fistula, we help protect those rights by providing safe maternity care in Malawi and Sierra Leone. In Sierra Leone, we also offer free primary healthcare and immunisations for children aged 0–15, helping protect them from serious illnesses like malaria.

At our Aberdeen Women’s Centre, we support children and young people who have experienced sexual and gender-based violence.

Children matter.

DID YOU KNOW?Supported by the Aminata Maternal Foundation, 60 teenage mothers from our Dream Girls cohort were selected ...
17/11/2025

DID YOU KNOW?

Supported by the Aminata Maternal Foundation, 60 teenage mothers from our Dream Girls cohort were selected to attend our Skills Training Centre in 2024.

The programme helps transform their lives through vocational training, including hairdressing and hospitality, to help them gain employment or start businesses, as well as builds their self-esteem and confidence.

From surgery to education, we help women heal, learn, and thrive. Join us in empowering them for a brighter future: http...
15/11/2025

From surgery to education, we help women heal, learn, and thrive. Join us in empowering them for a brighter future: https://f.mtr.cool/tgksbajdqo

Our silent heroes behind every diagnosis (Medical Laboratory Technicians) at Aberdeen Women’s Centre 🩺🥼
14/11/2025

Our silent heroes behind every diagnosis (Medical Laboratory Technicians) at Aberdeen Women’s Centre 🩺🥼

At Freedom From Fistula Madagascar, the return to life begins here, within the care and warmth of the clinic.Braiding is...
13/11/2025

At Freedom From Fistula Madagascar, the return to life begins here, within the care and warmth of the clinic.

Braiding is part of Malagasy women’s culture and a symbol of beauty and connection.
Here, our patients once again take joy in braiding each other’s hair, sharing smiles, laughter, and moments of togetherness.
Simple acts that reflect friendship, dignity, and hope. 💖🌿🌸

DID YOU KNOW?….In 2024 we provided 21,182 primary healthcare consultations to babies and children ages 0-15, helping the...
10/11/2025

DID YOU KNOW?….

In 2024 we provided 21,182 primary healthcare consultations to babies and children ages 0-15, helping them to thrive not just survive.

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