Every day, hundreds of women die during pregnancy or from childbirth-related complications. Alarmingly, Nigeria accounts for 20% of all global maternal deaths (WHO). This high mortality rate reflects inequities in access to health services, compounded by social and cultural barriers to antenatal care and contraceptive use.

The Nigerian girl child faces a wide range of abuses and harmful traditional practices that severely impact her health. Each day, preventable diseases such as measles and malaria claim the lives of 300,000 children. Nigeria also leads the world in malaria cases, with 100 million cases reported annually, and around three million Nigerians living with HIV. Additionally, 40% of females in Nigeria miss several days of school each month due to menstrual-related challenges.

WIN’s Commitment

At Women Impacting Nigeria (WIN), we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of women and children through prevention, treatment, education, immunization campaigns, and sexual and reproductive health care. Our initiatives aim to combat period poverty, provide access to sanitary products, and promote menstrual hygiene education.

Programs of Impact

Sexual and Menstrual Health Education:

• Rubbies International School, Ibadan
• Satellite Town Secondary School, Satellite Town, Lagos
• Baptist Girls College, Idi-aba, Abeokuta
• Ovwian Secondary School, Delta
• IDP Camps

HIV and AIDS Programs:

• Free HIV screening and awareness program at Elemu Community Hall, Iganmu, Lagos.

Health Talk and Free Screenings:

• Breast Cancer awareness and free screenings in collaboration with Breast Cancer Nigeria (BRECAN), Lagos.
• Free health screenings and educational talks at The Vine Parish, Ikorodu, Lagos.
• Dental health outreach and free dental examinations, Lagos.

Family Planning and Health Education:

• Our monthly programs educate on contraceptive methods, sexually transmitted diseases, and provide contraceptive distribution.

Period Poverty Advocacy:

• WIN is actively fighting to end period poverty and stigma through service, education, and advocacy. Our monthly education programs on menstrual hygiene management (MHM) have sensitized over 1,000 men through our Men in Menstruation Initiative to support the MHM needs of women and girls.

Our Vision

We are committed to ensuring that every woman and child in Nigeria has access to the healthcare services they need to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. By addressing the root causes of health inequities and promoting comprehensive health education, WIN is dedicated to creating a healthier, more equitable future for all.