Christian Connections for International Health

Millions of families worldwide lack life-saving health care, but the 30x30 Health Systems Initiative is changing that. The initiative aims to strengthen 30 faith-based health systems by 2030. Through commitment makers like International Care Ministries and the Christian Health Association of Nigeria, leaders are bringing critical care to remote communities globally and spreading hope. This holiday season, we invite you to give $30 to support this mission or lift a 30-second prayer for its success. https://ow.ly/NLh650Us9GO 🔗 #CCIH30x30 #GlobalHealth #HealthForAll

World Mission Prayer League (LAMB Hospital) in Bangladesh is making a meaningful impact by integrating faith and care to serve their community. The organization completed CCIH's Christian Organizational Identity Assessment (COIA) to identify areas for growth. They put their plans into action with the help of a CCIH Small Grant, focusing on staff development, spiritual growth, and partnerships with local churches. Learn more about how they're making a difference. Read the full story: https://ow.ly/TxyS50UnOGo 🔗

Mona Bormet, CCIH Program Director, presented "How to Engage Faith Actors as Essential Change Agents in Maternal Mental Health" during a panel on community-focused interventions at the International Conference on Maternal Mental Health in Africa. She discussed the importance of involving faith actors in addressing maternal mental health and shared the Maternal Mental Health Toolkit, which was created with USAID MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership and partners. Learn more about the toolkit here: https://ow.ly/UN4M50UnCVF 🔗 #MaternalMentalHealth #ICAMMHA2024 #FaithActors

Faith-based organizations have been key partners in PEPFAR’s fight against HIV and AIDS, saving millions of lives and achieving incredible milestones like HIV-free births and improved access to treatment. Examples from the Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB) and Christian Medical Association of India(CMAI) highlight how these partnerships strengthen health systems and provide critical care. However, PEPFAR’s future is at risk without reauthorization, making continued advocacy vital. Read more: https://ow.ly/TNjY50UlYvm 🔗 📸: CMMB

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the CCIH 30x30 Health Systems Initiative for #GivingTuesday. We appreciate every dollar you have given on behalf of faith-based organizations that are doing good and fruitful work worldwide! Your 30-second prayers and generosity have made a real difference, reaching underserved communities with life-saving care and hope. Stay connected and see the impact. 🌍 https://ow.ly/xXfW50Ufe6c #GlobalHealth #CommunityImpact

Today, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we're featuring CCIH Member Kupenda for the Children. Kupenda joined with the Kilifi County government in Kenya and several nonprofit organizations to celebrate the inherent worth of people of all abilities. The event took place near a dried-up riverbed, a historically tragic site where children with disabilities were once drowned due to beliefs that they were cursed or bad omens. After many powerful performances and speeches emphasizing the value of people with disabilities, over 2,500 attendees made a heartfelt promise of "visikali kaheri" (never to happen again)! You can help spread this message and promote the respect and inclusion of people with disabilities in Kenya and around the world. 📸: Kupenda for the Children

Today is #GivingTuesday! Support health champions like Pastor Ezekial in the Philippines. As a #CommitmentMaker for CCIH’s 30×30 Health Systems Initiative, he brings essential care to families in underserved areas, including deworming treatments for children. Learn how you can help! 🔽 https://ow.ly/lm8450UfcLL 📸: International Care Ministries #HealthForAll

Yesterday, on #WorldAIDSDay, we reflected on the incredible progress made to eliminate HIV/AIDS and the vital role of faith-based partnerships with programs like #PEPFAR. Together, we’ve saved lives and built hope. Thank you to our friends at Christian Connections for International Health for featuring this work:

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday, a global day to support causes that make a difference. Join us in strengthening health systems globally through CCIH’s 30x30 Initiative. 🌐 Your support helps faith-based health leaders like Pastor Ezekial in the Philippines deliver care to underserved communities! This GivingTuesday, you can: 1. Give in increments of $30 to support the 30x30 Initiative. 2. Spend 30 seconds in prayer for #30x30CommitmentMakers. 🔗 https://ow.ly/OZXX50UfcxE #GlobalHealth #HealthForAll

#DYK: Nations that uphold human rights are making the fastest progress toward ending AIDS. Why? Because when people feel safe and stigma is reduced, they’re more likely to seek the care they need. Learn more in the #WorldAIDSDay2024 report: https://lnkd.in/dc5nrTUp 🔗 #EndAIDS #TakeTheRightsPath UNAIDS