From the Field
Real Moments from our Outreach, News from our Programmes and Events you can join.
Field StoryTASIWA reached over 1,000 students at Lukobe Secondary School in Ilemela, Mwanza, with education on Sickle Cell Disease. The initiative aimed to dispel myths, encourage early genotype testing and informed decisions, and empower students to support classmates living with SCD.
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Field StoryTASIWA Reaches Over 8,000 People with Sickle Cell Awareness During Nane Nane 2023
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Field StoryTASIWA promotes Sickle Cell Disease awareness among young people to improve understanding of its hereditary nature and encourage genotype testing and genetic counselling. This knowledge empowers youth to make informed reproductive decisions, helping reduce the risk of having children affected by SCD and fostering a more informed generation.
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Field StoryUnderstanding Sickle Cell Disease: Symptoms, Testing, and Early Care
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EventTASIWA participated in the two-day Medical Association of Tanzania (MAT) Annual General Meeting, presenting on “Overcoming Sickle Cell Disease: The Role of NGOs.” The meeting provided an opportunity to engage with healthcare professionals, learn from research and scientific presentations, and strengthen collaboration in SCD care and awareness.
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UpdateThe engagement aimed to strengthen understanding among Members of Parliament and advocate for supportive policies and legislation that promote access to healthcare, inclusive education, and equal employment opportunities for people living with SCD.
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Field StoryCommunity members are encouraged to access screening and obtain accurate information about sickle cell status to support early diagnosis, informed decisions, and appropriate healthcare.
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Field StoryThe initiative has encouraged community members to know their sickle cell status, seek appropriate healthcare, and share accurate information about SCD to promote early screening, informed decisions, and stigma-free communities.
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UpdateJosepha was a Co-Founder of TASIWA and dedicated sickle cell warrior who championed Sickle Cell Disease awareness and supported families affected by the condition. Her compassion and commitment to the sickle cell community will forever remain in our hearts.
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