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      Spring 2014

WABABA

WAMAMA

Many of the Sexual and Gender Based Violence programs focus exclusively on women, men are referred to as either indirect victims or perpetrator. [Read more...]
Chantal didn’t know her husband was HIV positive until she came to HEAL Africa for prenatal services. [Read more...]

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HOSPITAL

HEAL Africa offers a Sunday School program for children of patients and street kids. Meet Elie, a hard working street kid and a familiar face around the hospital campus. [Read more...]

With a mother in nursing and a father working public service, Dr. Emily Mapera knew she wanted to help people too. Currently a resident at HEAL Africa hospital, one day, Dr. Emily would like to see an integrated healthcare system in eastern Congo. [Read more...]
Healing and Hope
2013 Accomplishments
Leadership Developments
Dr. Justin Paluku Lussy serves as HEAL Africa's new CEO
(Dr. Joe Lusi, to the left in white, looks forward to the next generaion of leadership.)
 
Dr. Jo Lusi, co-founder of HEAL Africa, noted in comments to the board (General Assembly) and senior staff members in early February that, “all humans are pilgrims and none are irreplaceable”.  He reminded those gathered of the pervasive character of death.  He said, “So will we, all (die) one day, but we pray that HEAL Africa will be blessed…and that capable men and women will continue to rise to the fore to serve here for many generations.”  

Dr. Jo noted the death (2012) of his late wife and co-founder, Lyn. But he said that now God was guiding a transition to the next generation of leadership.  He observed that it is the next generation of leaders who form the Operational Coordinating Committee responsible for HEAL Africa’s programmatic administration.

On February 14, 2014 many board members, staff members, patients, and program clients gathered in the HEAL Africa Tabernacle on the Goma campus for a service of celebration of transitions. Dr. Jo Lusi announced that Dr. Justin Paluku Lussy, who had served as Dr. Jo’s deputy, would now serve as HEAL Africa’s Chief Executive Officer.  Pastor Camille Ntoto, Board member, spoke about the nature of servant leadership. Dr. Justin and his wife requested prayers of the assembled staff, guests, and patients for their new roles. Then, Dr. Justin and his wife washed the feet of the oldest and the youngest persons in attendance as a sign of the kind of leadership they wish to exhibit.  The singing and dancing of the audience was concluded with a time of refreshments and celebration outside.
 
Dr. Jo Lusi will continue to serve HEAL Africa as a board member, as part of the medical staff, as “ambassador par excellence”, and as historian and “vision keeper”.  On a continent where transitions are often abrupt and chaotic this transition will be closely observed. And it our hope, that this transition will become a model for others.

 
Continuing Medical Education
Dr. Steven Sainsbury visits HEAL Africa
HEAL Africa is committed to education in a variety of forums including education for medical professionals.   During the fourth week of April HEAL Africa served as coordinator and host of a series of Continuing Education Seminars directed toward practicing physicians, medical residents, and interns.

Over 100 certificates were distributed to those who attended the two day conference.  Presenters for the conference included HEAL Africa senior staff, doctors who are p
art of the United Nations contingent in Goma, and Dr. Steven Sainsbury, from California.  Dr. Sainsbury also spent additional clinical time with HEAL Africa Family Medicine Residents. Dr. Sainsbury was recruited as visiting faculty by Doctors on Call for Service (DOCS), a sister organization who underwrote most of the costs for the conference.

Geneva Marathon 2014

[Run] in her shoes!

IHEID's  Gender Group Raised over $5,500 for Fistula Repairs

 
Fistula, a result of prolonged obstructed labor, can cause a hole between the vagina and rectum or bladder. It is a common condition for women around the world with poor access to healthcare. In addition to the pain and incontinence, many women suffer social isolation from her community. This is a preventable condition!

Inspired by the global movement, "Walk A Mile in Her Shoes", The Gender Group at Geneva's Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, went the extra mile on May 4, by running a full marathon to raise awareness and funds for women who would not otherwise have the opportunity for healing. Thanks to the students and their supporters, over 10 women will have the opportunity for holistic healing. 



IHEID organizers shared a photo of their 
second bakesale to raise funds for Fistula. 
[Read more...]


 
          Are you passionate about a program HEAL Africa is doing in eastern Congo?
          Are you interested in hosting a fundraiser? Contact cherry@healafrica.org.
Thoughts
from Cal


HEAL Africa-USA, Executive Director

HEAL Africa invests in people.  A glance at our programs shows that investment takes different forms... Sometimes those in whom HEAL Africa invested become staff members of HEAL Africa, in other cases, the person gives leadership for the government or other organizations.[Keep reading...]
 

In case you missed the

2013 Annual Report

All for a healthy community

AROUND HEAL Africa...

Emmanuel de Merode treated at HEAL Africa

Emmanuel De Merode ambushed

Read the Chief Warden's statement 

Listen to Emmanuel De Merode talk about the role of Virunga National Park in the Congo

Photo Credit: Brent Stirton
Staff Celebrate International Women's Day
At HEAL Africa, we celebrate women because they are the social fabric. Last year, the women marched on the streets of Goma. This year, on March 8, staff at HEAL Africa gathered for an afternoon conversation, food, music, and dancing, to be renewed and reminded of the critical role women play in society. Showing their solidarity, the women dressed in matching fabrics made by themselves, friends, family, or by women learning to sew at Healing Arts as they rehabilitate after surgery.
 

Women Continue to Use their Skills!
During rehabilitation, women at HEAL Africa are given the opportunity to learn a trade. This spring, the women in Kirotshe Village of North Kivu (pictured above), were able to earn a little income when a church commissioned them to make over thirty shirts for a children’s event.

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