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PAULA Gipp

Eradicate Fistula in Ethiopia

Raised
$3,175
Goal
$5,000
Over 65 years ago, Dr. Catherine Hamlin came to Ethiopia and started the work of giving Ethiopian women a second chance at life by repairing "preventable childbirth fistulas" that left woman ostracized from their villages and families due to their "uncleanliness" from leaking body waste. This Foundation continues today to fund these surgeries, educate midwives in Ethiopia for fistula prevention, and establish rural hospitals for pregnancy care. There are now 6 hospitals in Ethiopia treating these women and a College for Midwives that train midwives to return to rural areas for pregnancy / childbirth care. Dr. Hamlin passed away at 96 years age (2020) in Ethiopia still working daily with her mission. I passionately believe in her work. Her goal is obtainable!
Catherine Hamlin Fistula Foundation logo

You can help us find, treat and rehabilitate another woman restoring her health, dignity and future.

catherinehamlin.org

Donors

  • Marni Siegal1
  • PJ Winderman1
  • Diane Sebastian1
  • Dennis Wiles1
  • Karen Eye1
  • PAULA Gipp

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Raised
$3,175
Goal
$5,000
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