Why We Work in Sudan
Fistula Foundation is not currently working in Sudan.
Since independence, Sudan has been scarred by civil wars, political turmoil and a huge refugee crisis. Against such a backdrop, it is difficult for government, economy and healthcare infrastructure to function effectively. Such system failure is at the root of obstetric fistula.
Instability and a lack of basic services means women have less access to emergency obstetric care, resulting in a high rate of maternal mortality in the country and high risk of developing a fistula. Hospitals struggle to address the ever-growing backlog of untreated patients, let alone treat the new cases that occur each year.
What You Help Us Do
We made the following investments to build Sudan’s in-country medical services and provide life-transforming surgery to as many women as possible:
Meet Our Partners
We are currently not funding any projects in the country.
Women and Health Alliance International (WAHA International)
- Location: Khartoum
- Partner In: 2011 – 2013
Below are funding totals since the start of each partnership.
Past Partners:
- Women and Health Alliance International (WAHA International): $523,510
