By Steven Waddell | Founder and Executive Director
Empowering Survivors: Quarterly Report on Enhancing Access to Post-Rape Care
Introduction
PLATFORM for the NEEDY (PLANE) is dedicated to supporting vulnerable women and girls in Uganda. This quarterly report highlights our achievements, appreciation for donors, challenges, and future plans in enhancing access to post-rape care services.
Post-exposure prophylaxis, or PEP, is a way of preventing HIV infection. It involves using a four-week course of the drugs used to treat HIV, taken very soon after you may have been exposed to the virus. In the event of unprotected sex, an emergency contraceptive pill will stop a pregnancy from occurring. It can work up to 3-5 days (or 120 hours) after unprotected sex, depending on the brand you use. Most people around the world Uganda inclusive aren't aware that medication exists.
Achievements
- Conducted outreach programs in 10 schools, sensitizing 2,500 students on teenage pregnancies and early marriages
- Provided knowledge about the access to post-rape care services, including emergency pills and PEP to prevent HIV, at 5 health center IVs
- Conducted 07 radio talk shows on Jubilee FM and VOT, reaching 20,000 listeners and raising awareness on the importance of post-rape care
Appreciation
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to donors on GlobalGiving and outside the platform for their unwavering support. Your contributions have enabled us to make a tangible impact in the community. We couldn't have done it without you!
Challenges
- Low donations on GlobalGiving, affecting our ability to expand services to deeper rural schools and communities that lack these services
- Failure to attract sustainable partners, threatening long-term project viability
Conclusion
Despite challenges, we remain committed to our mission. We promise to continue updating you with reports on our projects and the impact your donation in our community. Your continued support will enable us to reach more vulnerable women and girls who lack access to essential health services. Together, let's empower women and girls to rebuild their lives.
Future Plans
- Expand outreach programs to 20 schools and communities
-Do more radio talkshows to ensitize the women and girls and empower them with information.
- Strengthen partnerships with healthcare providers to enhance post-rape care services
- Explore sustainable funding opportunities to ensure long-term impact
Thank you for your support. Together, we can create a brighter future for women and girls in Uganda.
Prepared by
Waddell Steven Project Leader
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