In Q2, LN officially expanded operations into Malawi, beginning medical and management training in 12 new partner health facilities. The LN network now includes 125 partner health facilities in sub-Saharan Africa, which care for more than 1.2 million patient visits every year. Health workers in LN...
We are delighted to share our 2017 Annual Report, which highlights the power of investing in local solutions to the local healthcare crises that plague sub-Saharan Africa. Read on for highlights from 2017, and download a full copy of our 2017 Annual Report here. In 2017,...
The first quarter of 2018 included healthy growth and development for LifeNet International (LN). The LN network now includes 108 partner health facilities in sub-Saharan Africa and LN has begun setting up operations in Malawi, preparing for continued expansion in 2018. During this quarter, LN...
LifeNet Executive Director Stefanie Weiland published “Local Partnerships & Increased Impact” in Philanthropy Journal in May 2018. Weiland’s article addresses the high-impact potential of asset-based development, highlighting the invaluable knowledge and insight local partners possess. Drawing on her work with LifeNet, Weiland shares four essential lessons that can...
LifeNet Executive Director Stefanie Weiland published “Compassionate Care for Everyone” on the UN Foundation’s Global Moms Challenge blog in January 2017. Weiland’s article addresses the need for compassionate healthcare for all people, especially for women who are pregnant and giving birth. Unfortunately, compassionate care is often low...