When the clinics close, the village birth attendants stay: Sustaining maternal care in Burkina Faso
Resource details
Resource type: Case Study
Organisation: Burkinabe Red Cross Society, Finnish Red Cross, IFRC
Region: Africa
Category: CEA and Health
Tags: CEA and Health, Community-led solutions, Maternal Health, Trust, Women's Health
Publication year: 2026
Language: English
Description
This case study highlights how the Burkinabe Red Cross has supported maternal healthcare in crisis-affected areas of Burkina Faso through a network of trained Village Birth Attendants. By working within their own communities, these volunteers help improve access to health information, care and referrals, while demonstrating the value of local trust, community participation and community-led action in times of crisis.
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