You have the opportunity to impact the lives of women, children, and families living in Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone used to have one of the highest maternal and child mortality rates in the world, but the country has made significant improvements in reducing those rates. The Mama-Pikin Foundation, founded in 2008 by two doctors of Sierra Leonean descent, has played a crucial role in enhancing maternal and child health.
Mama-Pikin means “Mother-Child” in Krio, a language commonly spoken in Sierra Leone
We offer comprehensive support to pregnant women and children, ensuring they receive the necessary care and resources for a healthy pregnancy and early childhood.
We collaborate with health facilities to enhance the quality of care provided to mothers and children.
We conduct extensive training programs for health personnel, equipping them with the latest knowledge and skills in maternal and child health.
We design and implement targeted programs aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes.
In March 2023, we launched our Belleh Uman Bato Group (BBG) Peer Support Program and began working with CHC’s and community leaders to strengthen linkages between communities and clinics as well as strengthen community involvement and ownership of maternal and child health issues.
The Mama-Pikin Foundation manages a 5-year, $4 million grant to support the Ministry of Health. . .
The Mama-Pikin Foundation provides a delivery bucket and transportation allowances to every woman who delivers a baby. . .
The Mama-Pikin Foundation implements and supports research and training programs to improve Maternal and. . .
In 2023, the Mama-Pikin Foundation received funding and support from multiple partners including government, foundations, and corporations. We were also supported by many individual donors on our website and during Facebook fundraising campaigns. Throughout 2023, MPF‘s donors,partners and supporters have contributed to improving the health of women, children, and families inSierra Leone, by supporting our programs.
We are a registered 501(c)3, tax-exempt, charitable foundation with the US Internal Revenue Service. All donations to the Mama-Pikin Foundation are tax-deductible in the US.The Mama-Pikin Foundation is also registered as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in Sierra Leone