By Toyyib Abdulazeez
Imagine falling ill and knowing that getting medical help is almost impossible, not because doctors don’t exist, but because healthcare is either too expensive or inaccessible.
This is the reality for millions of Nigerians today.
Nigeria, as a country, is faced with a host of deteriorating health challenges ranging from lack of access to affordable health care to underfunded health facilities, inadequate manpower to cater for the diseased individuals as the professionals in this field are seeking better opportunities abroad in countries where remuneration is encouraging, resulting in overwhelmed healthcare centres. This is just to mention but a few.
The cost of treatment is not left out from the economic meltdown in the country, always going high up like a rocket launched into the space, dashing the hope of getting affordable health care by the lower and middle-class citizens.
Even the government-owned hospitals and public health centres that used to be the haven for these citizens aren't left out of the chaos. They are no longer the saviour they ought to be. There seems to be nothing free anywhere anymore. It’s a crisis that leaves many asking: Where do we turn?
In the midst of these overwhelming challenges, a foundation was birthed – Emerald Initiative for Humanity, a foundation that comes into the limelight to bring relief to the masses, succour to the people, ease to people's burden, provides rescue to an extent in ways it can.
Everything it offers is free, purely out of empathy and love for humanity.
At a point, one may be led to believe that the soul of humanity is almost devoid of life as people find it difficult these days to extend a benevolent gesture to those in need due to the economic crisis of the world, Nigeria not left out.
Emerald Initiative for Humanity seeks to bridge the gap through public health education, free medical outreach and direct medical assistance. The aim is to reduce the burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases through education, prevention, and early intervention, reduce the burden on the already overworked secondary and tertiary health facilities and serve as a means for well-meaning youths to give back to the society in whatever capacity they can.
There's hardly any thriving organisation without a mission and vision statement; a guiding light and a sense of direction for their activities, Emerald Initiative for Humanity is not any different either.
Emerald Initiative for Humanity Missions
To improve general health and health seeking behavior of the population by promoting facts and bursting myths about common illness and conditions that are pertinent to us, as a community.
Dedication to Promoting Preventive Strategies
Emerald Initiative for Humanity is dedicated to promoting primary and secondary prevention strategies through periodic public education via social media and other accessible platforms.
Providing Free Medical Outreaches
Our mission is to deliver periodically, free medical outreach, wellness checks, and healthcare services to underserved communities, religious bodies, and vulnerable groups.
Raising Public Health Awareness
We strive to conduct impactful public health education campaigns that inform, engage, and empower individuals to make healthier choices.
Supporting Vulnerable Populations
We are committed to offering medical assistance and holistic support to helpless individuals and other at-risk groups in need of care.
Collaborating for Greater Impact
We actively partner with local and international organizations to expand our reach, amplify our efforts, and create sustainable healthcare solutions for communities in need.
The Visions
To be a foundation through which sustainable health care solutions are provided to the vulnerable groups in the rural and underserved communities.
We envision a world where every individual, regardless of their background, has access to essential healthcare, preventive education, and the support needed to lead a healthier life.
To create a future where no community is left behind in accessing quality healthcare and medical support, achieved through strategic partnerships and unwavering commitment to service.
Conclusion
Despite the fact that the state of health in our society seems daunting, the Emerald Initiative for Humanity stands as a proof that all hope is not lost.
Emerald Initiative for Humanity is established to rekindle the fire of hope promising a healthier and fulfilling community. The initiative serves as a means for well-meaning individuals to give back to the community.
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