Creating a HIV free generation

COMMUNITY HEALTH

We operate a purpose-built community centre in Malawi, with the aim of empowering individuals and families to improve their health and well-being.

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WHY MALAWI? WHY HIV?

Malawi has the 8th highest HIV prevalence in the world with 7.7% of adults aged 15-49 living with HIV.

A group of Malawian's posing for a photos in a village wearing colourful African fabric 
HIV Counsellor Bainatu (pictured first from right) with a local HIV support group.

HOW WE HELP

Empowering individuals and families to improve their health and well-being.

We operate a purpose-built community centre in Songani, Zomba District, Malawi.

The services we offer

  • Free HIV Testing and Counselling

    We understand the importance of early detection and treatment and our trained staff is dedicated to providing accurate and confidential testing to those in need.

  • Girls Sanitary Workshops

    Our sanitary workshops provide young women and girls with reusable sanitary kits so that they don’t have to miss days of education each month and fall behind their male counterparts.

  • Youth Group "The Hope Ambassadors"

    This group of young people visits local communities to perform and raise awareness about health issues, encouraging people to take action to improve their well-being.

  • Children's Activities

    We encourage children to attend our center and participate in a variety of activities and games. Our aim is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where children can build positive relationships with our staff and feel comfortable expressing themselves.

  • Free Library Access

    We believe in the power of education and provide free access to books and other resources to individuals of all ages. By providing access to valuable information and resources, we aim to empower individuals and families to make informed decisions about their health and improve their overall well-being.

“It is the start of a new life”

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OUR PARTNERS

We are immensely grateful to our partner organisations whose generous donations make our work possible.

York Manor CE Academy

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York Corinthians Foundation

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European Commission Schuman Trophy

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Femmes D’Europe

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York Holy Redeemer Church

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Holy Trinity Brussels

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Rotary Club Brussels-Bruocsella

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Brussels Women's Club

York Manor CE Academy • York Corinthians Foundation • European Commission Schuman Trophy • Femmes D’Europe • York Holy Redeemer Church • Holy Trinity Brussels • Rotary Club Brussels-Bruocsella • Brussels Women's Club

Stories from our community centre

Blog
Hope Ambassadors lead the way
Hope Ambassadors lead the way

In 2024 30 youths graduated in Mbedza’s Youth Leadership Award Scheme. As we launch the second round of this educational programme our Hope Ambassadors are receiving training in theatre for development, entrepreneurship training and leadership.

They are already at work in the communities coordinating hand in hand with Mbedza’s HIV team to bring life saving messages.

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Girls Nest Programme
Girls Nest Programme

We recently launched the Girls Nest Club as part of our Orphan Education Programme. The event brought together all female students in Forms 2, 3 and 4. This initiative is designed to inspire confidence, nurture talents, and build resilience among young girls, equipping them with the skills and support they need to thrive.

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Winning against HIV
Winning against HIV

The latest nationally available data on HIV rates is encouraging - Malawi is winning, that said, we are not complacent. We are strategically placed to offer HIV testing and counselling in a part of the country that has some of the highest HIV prevalence rates. We continue to reach out into the communities.

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ARV’s are crucial to tackling HIV
ARV’s are crucial to tackling HIV

We cannot help being alarmed by the uncertainties caused by the news we are hearing about USAID programmes. The US initiatives 20 years ago to provide support for those who are HIV positive have saved millions of lives. This individual story reminds today that the fight against HIV hasn’t finished and Anti Retro Viral Drugs are crucial.

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HIV Outreach at Jali Market
HIV Outreach at Jali Market

Mbedza is aiming for a HIV free generation through mobile outreach, taking HIV testing and counselling into the communities. Our counsellors Fyson and Bainatu were at Jali recently on a busy market day.

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Garden Party Success
Garden Party Success

Perfect weather, engaging activities, and esteemed guests made our Garden Party an unforgettable event.

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