Access to accurate information about COVID-19 continues to be a challenge for communities around the world. Many people find themselves confused about what information to follow and which guidelines to enforce in their households. To minimize the virus’s spread, MC-Tanzania has stepped up its efforts by working with dental therapists from MCW’s Dental Outreach Training […]
Categories2020 featuredposts News news-ylp YLPThe COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the lives of many people around the world. We asked MC-Rwanda’s Program Officer Adrien Bizimana how he has been managing with the threat of the coronavirus. Adrien said, “The unusual times of [the] pandemic has taught me that human cooperation is the source of all the answers […]
Dr. Bonny Betson is the Deputy Principal of Academics, Research, and Consultancy at Tanga College of Health Allied Science (TACOHAS). When COVID-19 first emerged in Tanzania, schools and universities shut down immediately. Dr. Betson was quick to respond and instrumental to his community during the quarantine. Dental therapy education is rigorous and pausing the education indefinitely can result […]
Categories2020 featuredposts NewsMC-ZAMBIA SAFELY REOPENS AFTER COVID-19 CLOSURE NEW YORK, NY, July 29, 2020 –MC-Zambia, the local affiliate organization of New York-based MCW Global (Miracle Corners of the World), safely reopens after a temporary closure due to the coronavirus. During the second week of March 2020, MC-Zambia closed its doors to prevent the spread of the coronavirus […]
Young Leaders Conference-Peru 2020 Virtual Edition What is MCW Global’s Young Leaders Conference? The Young Leaders Conference is a comprehensive program supporting young people looking to tackle region-specific issues. This is an opportunity for regional participants to receive an introduction to leadership, capacity building, and networking. These tools will support participants in developing social projects […]
Rosemary Sichaba is part of MC-Zambia’s Youth Program. After participating in a leadership training session at MC-Zambia, Rosemary gained the confidence needed to positively impact her community. She is now involved in community activities to raise awareness and preparedness to combat the spread of coronavirus. Chanyanya is a relatively small village in Zambia that […]
Jean-Paul Kayiranga has been a vital part of MC-Rwanda’s Youth Program since 2010. His involvement in the program has prepared him with the skills needed to act as a front line responder during the COVID-19 pandemic. When the coronavirus first appeared in Bugesera District, Jean-Paul responded by collaborating with other young people in his community to protect those […]
