Organization: FOUNDATION FOR REVIVE COMMUNITY HOPE (FRECHO)
Project title: Changing Mindsets: Empowering communities to make ear and hearing a reality in Geita
Primary region: AFR
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Event Description:
The planned event, “Changing Mindsets: Empowering Communities to Make Ear and Hearing Care a Reality,” aims to raise awareness and provide essential hearing care services in Geita. It will engage over 1,000 individuals through cultural activities, screenings, and education. The Cultural Awareness Event will use drama, music, and storytelling to address hearing loss misconceptions. A two-day Hearing Screening and Maintenance event will serve 300+ people with audiometry services and hearing aid repairs. The “Hearing Heroes” Youth Program will educate 500+ students on safe listening practices. Additionally, partnerships with workplaces will help spread awareness, while social media, radio, and TV will reach 10,000+ people. Local policymakers will participate in advocacy efforts, promoting sustainable hearing care policies. This initiative integrates education, care, and advocacy to create lasting impact and ensure equitable access to ear and hearing care services.
Submitter: MESHACK THOMAS