International Women’s Day: In Cameroon’s Far North region, Mothers’ Clubs Provide a Model for Building a Healthier, More Prosperous Future

Mar 11, 2025 | IFRC
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As we mark International Women’s Day, we share the story of Cameroon’s mothers’ clubs, groups of local women trained by the Red Cross to raise awareness about hygiene, maternal health, education and the empowerment of young women and girls.

In a region where diseases such as cholera and malaria continue to pose a significant risk to life, mothers’ clubs are providing communities with essential information on health and hygiene, while also looking out for signs of potential health problems or outbreaks. "In the past, many women did not understand the importance of vaccination, menstrual hygiene, or prenatal consultations,” says Tchinabi Thérèse, president of the Kodek mothers' club and mother of six children.

“Today, thanks to the training provided by the Red Cross, we know how to explain these topics to our community and convince them to adopt good practices."