Organization: Zoota Initiative for Development
Project title: Empowering Rural Communities With Hearing Health Care
Primary region: AFR
Country: Uganda
Event Description:
The Empowering Rural Communities With Hearing Health Care event aims to raise awareness about hearing health among young people and women in the West Nile region. Many people risk hearing loss due to loud music, misuse of earphones, ear infections, and lack of proper care. This event will educate the community on safe hearing practices, provide free ear check-ups, and promote early treatment.
A special session will engage policymakers to advocate for better hearing care services. A policy paper will be developed to push for stronger health policies that include ear and hearing care. Educational materials in local languages will be shared to ensure the message reaches many people.
Through awareness, health services, and advocacy, this project will help prevent hearing loss and improve access to care. The impact will be measured through participation, screenings, and policy commitments. This initiative will create lasting change in hearing health for the community.
Submitter: Alesi Majorine