Mbeya · Tanzania · Community health

Health for a Smile.

We Care For Smile Organisation works with underserved communities in Tanzania's southern highlands to make good health, dignity and opportunity ordinary — not exceptional.

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A community health worker talking with residents outside a rural clinic in the Mbeya highlands

Community Health and Well-being Health Education and Disease Prevention Community Empowerment Women, Children and Vulnerable Groups Health Systems Strengthening Research, Innovation and Technology Partnerships and Collaboration Sustainable Development Health for a Smile

Who we are

A new organisation with an old promise

We Care For Smile Organisation exists to contribute to a healthier and more empowered society by addressing health inequalities, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for vulnerable populations to improve their quality of life.

Mbeya

Where we start

Eight

Areas of focus

Focus areas

Where we put our effort

Our work is guided by eight priority areas.

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Community Health and Well-being

Accessible, equitable, quality health services at community level.

Health Education and Disease Prevention

Awareness, knowledge and adoption of healthy practices.

Community Empowerment

Capacity of individuals, families and communities to drive their own development.

Women, Children and Vulnerable Groups

Protection, inclusion, dignity and access to essential services.

Health Systems Strengthening

Stronger, more responsive and resilient community and health systems.

Research, Innovation and Technology

Evidence-based approaches, digital solutions, research and innovation for improved health outcomes.

Partnerships and Collaboration

Working with government, civil society, partners, researchers, private sector and communities to achieve sustainable impact.

Sustainable Development

Contributing to the SDGs, particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being.

Vision

A healthy, empowered, and resilient society where every person has equitable access to quality healthcare, opportunities, dignity, and the ability to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

Mission

To improve the health and well-being of underserved and vulnerable communities by delivering inclusive, evidence-based, and sustainable health and community development interventions; strengthening local capacity; promoting health education and prevention; empowering individuals and communities; and building strategic partnerships that advance equitable and sustainable development.

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