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"Our goal is to empower communities by strengthening their health systems, ensuring that
every child has access to life-saving care," says Larry Mapani, the program's lead in Zambia
and a member of the Rotary Club of Kitwe, Zambia. "This program not only addresses urgent
health challenges but also lays the groundwork for a healthier future, where all children can
thrive and reach their full potential."

The Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge aims to reach an estimated 3.5 million people in
700,000 households. In addition to treating the targeted diseases, it will engage communities,
raise awareness about the importance of treating disease early, and improve the collection
and management of data. The latter are essential for accurate health reporting and informed
decision making.

"This initiative marks a significant milestone in our shared fight against childhood health
challenges," says Marc Nosbach, World Vision's national director for Zambia. "It
demonstrates the power of united values and collective dedication when it comes to creating
sustainable, lasting change for those most in need."

Despite substantial declines over the last 20 years, malaria, lower respiratory infections, and
diarrheal diseases remain among the leading causes of death for children under five in sub-
Saharan Africa. These three diseases killed about a million children in the region in 2017
alone, according to a 2021 study.

Program for the weeks ahead

Date Mar 24 Mar 31 Apr 7 Apr 14

Mooloolaba Bowls Mooloolaba Mooloolaba Bowls Mooloolaba
Venue
Club Bowls Club Club Bowls Club

Nipping juvenile Strata Community
Subject criminal behaviour STEMM Title Industry plus CAYAC
in the bud more!

Jacque Dean
Speaker Dimitra Lattas Michael Hurley Nadia
Janelle Logan

Cathy
Chairman Vicki STEWART Graham LUKINS Rick BISHOP
WRIGHT

Speaker Pam PURVIS Roger Syd SHILLING Sandra
Host WRIGHT HARRINGTON

Front Andrew Mike IVESS Margaret JONES
Desk LEHMANN

Meet & Lyn EPPS Connie Lyn EPPS Connie
Greet SILLAMAN SILLAMAN