International : Single Country Support Organizations
The Fistula Foundation
From despair to dignity
a walk to beautiful
Posted by Crystal | August 22, 2008 5:52:02 AM
Is a very good documentary about this hospital and their work. It aired on Nova recently. I believe they are the only hospital in the world specializing in this issue. See if you can find it to learn more.
Does it cover?
Posted by MelWantsToHelp | June 20, 2008 5:27:30 AM
Does your service cover - Female Genital Mutiliation - Damage caused by rape
Do your provide resources and education to sufferers.
How about consciousness raising activitis against female genital mutilation. How could we stop it alltogether.
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Happy with this organization
Posted by BMK | December 22, 2008 6:46:21 AM
I first saw Catherine Hamlin, the founder of the Fistula Foundation and hospital,on Oprah. I subsequently researched this organization and made a donation. Dr. Hamlin (and her now deceased husband) have dedicated their lives to helping these poor African women affected by the all too common (in the undeveloped countries) issue of fistula. If anyone is interested in learning more, try to view the documentary entitled "A Walk to Beautiful." I was finally able to see it on PBS. Your donation can literally save a woman's life. As a social worker who sees much charity abuse, I try to be careful where I donate my hard earned money. Although now known worldwide, this is a humble organization who is very appreciative of any help you can provide. They do not badger or continually inundate you with donation requests. Additionsl information can also be found on the Fistual Foundation website.