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Organization Contact Information | |
| Name: | Women Concern |
| Street 1: | 395 EP Lumumba Av., Commune d'Ibanda |
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| City: | Bukavu |
| Province: | South Kivu |
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| Country: | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Phone: | +243820539830 |
| Organization Email: | admin@women-concern.org |
| Web Site: | http://www.women-concern.org/ |
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General Information | |
| Board Constituency: | None |
| Is your organization legally registered in your country: | Yes |
| If yes, please enter your registration number: | JUST.&DH/SG/20/233/2017 |
| Organization Type - Primary: | Non-Governmental Organization |
| Organization Type - Secondary: | Other Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) |
| Organization Description: | |
| Mission and Main Focus of Work of Your Organization: Women Concern (WOCO) aims to empower rural women and girls by helping them realize their potential and supporting them in promoting and leveraging their skills for inclusive development. WOCO focuses on action research and initiatives in gender equality, women's rights, and community development. Why You Are Interested in Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis remains a critical public health issue, disproportionately affecting marginalized populations, including rural women and girls. Addressing TB aligns with WOCO's mission of improving the well-being and health of vulnerable groups while promoting inclusive development. Tackling TB empowers communities to overcome health barriers that hinder socio-economic progress. What You Are Doing or Planning to Do for TB Control: WOCO is actively planning community-based interventions to raise TB awareness, improve access to testing and treatment, and reduce stigma. The organization aims to collaborate with local health authorities, provide education on TB prevention, and support community health workers in rural areas to ensure effective TB control and enhance the overall health of women and girls. |
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| Do you know about the UNHLM declaration: | Yes |
Specializations / Areas of Work | |
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Advocacy Civil Society and Community Engagement Research and Development Technical Assistance Working on Community, Rights and Gender (CRG) Working on Key Populations related to TB |
Other Organization Information | |
| Total number of staff in your organization: | 6 - 10 |
| Number of full-time staff who are directly involved with TB: | 1 - 5 |
| Number of part-time staff who are directly involved with TB: | 1 - 5 |
| Number of volunteers who are directly involved with TB: | 6 - 10 |
| How did you hear about the Stop TB Partnership: | World TB Day |
| If you were informed or referred by another partner of the Stop TB Partnership please tell us who: | |
| Why do you wish join the Stop TB Partnership: | Involvement in Stop TB Working Groups |
| Are you a member of a Stop TB national partnership: | No |
| Are you in contact with your national TB programme: | Yes |
| Please tell us how your organization is contributing to your country's national TB control plan: | |
| How Women Concern (WOCO) Contributes to the National TB Control Plan: Women Concern (WOCO) aligns its initiatives with the national TB control plan by focusing on community-centered approaches that enhance awareness, prevention, and treatment access, particularly for vulnerable populations like rural women and girls. WOCO’s contributions include: Community Awareness and Education: WOCO conducts community sensitization campaigns to improve knowledge about TB symptoms, prevention, and treatment options, helping to reduce stigma and encourage early detection. Capacity Building: WOCO trains community health workers, empowering them to identify and refer suspected TB cases, provide treatment adherence support, and deliver TB education in rural and underserved areas. Improving Access to TB Services: By collaborating with local health authorities and clinics, WOCO facilitates mobile testing initiatives, ensuring rural communities have access to TB diagnosis and treatment. Addressing Gender Inequities in TB Control: WOCO integrates a gender-responsive approach by addressing unique barriers women face, such as lack of decision-making power, financial constraints, and stigma, ensuring equitable access to TB services. Advocacy and Partnerships: WOCO engages with policymakers, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to advocate for increased resources and tailored TB control interventions that prioritize rural and marginalized communities. Through these efforts, WOCO supports the national TB control plan's goals to reduce TB incidence and mortality while fostering a healthier, more inclusive society. |
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Geographical Reach | |
| Which country is your headquarters located in: | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Which countries do you do operate in: (This includes countries you are conducting activities in) |
Democratic Republic of the Congo |
Contribution | |
| Please tell us how your organization will contribute to the Global Plan to Stop TB by briefly describing its involvement in any of the areas of work listed below: | |
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TB-HIV: Women Concern (WOCO) contributes to the Global Plan to Stop TB by integrating TB and HIV interventions in rural communities in Rwanda. Since 2020, WOCO has focused on: TB-HIV Awareness: Conducting joint awareness campaigns on TB and HIV co-infection, targeting women and girls in underserved areas. Capacity Building: Training community health workers to manage TB-HIV cases effectively. Future plans (2024–2025) include scaling these efforts and collaborating regionally to address TB-HIV among women and girls in East Africa. New Diagnostics: Women Concern (WOCO) contributes to the Global Plan to Stop TB by promoting access to and utilization of new diagnostic tools in rural areas of Rwanda. Since 2023, WOCO has partnered with local health authorities to facilitate the implementation of molecular diagnostic technologies like GeneXpert in underserved communities. WOCO raises awareness about the importance of early and accurate TB diagnosis through community campaigns and supports mobile clinics to bring new diagnostic solutions closer to vulnerable populations, particularly women and girls. These efforts help bridge diagnostic gaps, align with global targets, and contribute to reducing TB prevalence in Rwanda. |
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Declaration | |
| Declaration of interests: None | |
| Application date: | December 19, 2024 |
| Last updated: | December 19, 2024 |