Slum and Rural Health Initiative
We fight social injustice by creating access to quality healthcare information and services in the world's most underserved region in Africa
Members of our research academy have published in 200 peer-reviewed articles and presented in over 35 conferences across 5 countries.
Slum and Rural Health Initiative recently conducted a transformative program in Toto Local Government, focusing on women’s health and rights advocacy. SRHIN (SimbiHealth) Women leader and their group reached out to 500 women, they raised awareness, provided education, and fostered empowerment among participants.
Blog Post SRHIN Women group organizes sensitization to mitigatefemale genital mutilation in Nassarawa State Peace Oregbesan The Slum and Rural Health Initiative Women Group took a crucial step in Nasarawa State by organizing a sensitization campaign against female genital mutilation (FGM) in Gwargwada and Ugya communities. FGM is a form of violence against women that …
In Nigeria, women continue to be discriminated against in all aspects of life, particularly in the exercise of political power, healthcare, finding jobs with adequate remuneration, establishing property rights, access to education, and exercising reproductive rights.
In a world striving for progress and equality, empowering women stands as a cornerstone of societal advancement, especially in the realm of healthcare. At the Slum and Rural Health Initiative, we recognize the indispensable role of women in fostering healthier communities. Our commitment extends beyond mere healthcare provision; it encompasses a holistic approach to empowerment, where women are empowered to become architects of their own health and agents of change within their communities.
The SIMBIHEALTH Project, under the Slum and Rural Health Initiative, recently conducted a successful advocacy visit to the Chairman of Toto Local Government Area in Nasarawa State. On Monday, February 5th, 2024, the team, led by Yahaya Dauda, the Northern Coordinator for SRHIN, expressed gratitude to the Chairman for his ongoing support and commitment to …
SIMBIHEALTH Project Advocates for Health Policy Adjustments in Toto LGA, Nasarawa State Read More »
by: Oregbesan Peace In the heart of slum and rural communities, the health and rights of women stand as pillars of empowerment and progress. Yet, they are often overshadowed by systemic inequalities and cultural norms. Slum and Rural Health Initiative is dedicated to serving these underserved areas, we recognize the urgent need to champion women’s …
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The SimbiHealth Advocacy Project had its graduation ceremony on Saturday, 28th October 2023 at the Youth Centre, Toto in Nasarawa state. It was organized to celebrate the successful completion of the project’s 8-week training sessions of the community women leaders by the Slum and Rural Health Initiative. Ten community women leaders were trained for two …
SRHIN’s SIMBIHealth Advocacy Project Graduates 10 Read More »
In a significant stride towards enhancing community health, the Simbi Health project kickstarted its operations in Toto Local Government Area (LGA) of Nasarawa State on Saturday, 9th September 2023. The Central Primary School Toto played host to the inaugural meeting, which witnessed the enthusiastic participation of community volunteers and women leaders hailing from ten different …
Empowering Toto LGA: Simbi Health Project Sets a Promising Foundation Amidst Challenges Read More »
Pic 1: Volunteers from the Kwara State Slum and Rural Health Initiative Chapter Sexual health is a basic human right that transcends geographical and demographic boundaries. It incorporates not only physical health, but also emotional and social aspects, making it imperative that individuals have access to accurate and comprehensive information in order to make informed …
Gender equality is not just a fundamental human right but a necessary foundation for a peaceful and sustainable world. Some progress on women’s rights has been achieved over the last decade, but the world is still not on track to achieve gender equality by 2030. Work still needs to be done, particularly in Nigeria, to …
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