Christian Connections For International Health

Education and advocacy: ccih elevated awareness among governments, international organizations, nonprofits, and private organizations about faith-based organizations in international health. Ccih educated decision makers about policies and programs that improve the health and livelihood of people in developing countries. Topics included healthy timing and spacing of pregnancies (htsp) to improve the health of women and children, as well as strategies to improve global health services in facilities and communities. Ccih organized advocacy events on capitol hill, visited multiple congressional offices, carried out public webinars, published videos, articles, and facts sheets. Grants from private and public sources supported this education and advocacy in the u.s. And several countries.

Ccih hosted a biannual regional meeting in kenya, in which members shared information and participated in discussions. Participants included developing country representatives and other professionals in global health. Presenters included domestic and international leaders in non-profit organizations, local leaders and church officials. Ccih also hosted a virtual learning institute in which over 100 people learned strategies to improve business development.