Following Hurricane Beryl, countless mothers, pregnant women, and their children in the Caribbean face immense challenges. The storm has destroyed infrastructure, severely limiting access to prenatal and postnatal care. The scarcity of clean water and sanitation facilities heightens the risk of disease. Basic necessities, including food, clothing, and medical supplies, are in critical short supply, causing malnutrition and dehydration among mothers and infants.
Healthcare Access
The hurricane has severely disrupted healthcare services, particularly prenatal and postnatal care, due to damaged infrastructure and overwhelmed medical facilities. This has led to increased risks for complications during pregnancy and childbirth, and difficulties in accessing emergency medical care.
Water and Sanitation
Contaminated water sources and damaged sanitation facilities have exacerbated the crisis, increasing the risk of waterborne diseases. This is especially dangerous for pregnant women and infants, who are more vulnerable to infections.
Supplies and Nutrition
There are severe shortages of essential supplies such as food, clean water, and medical supplies. Malnutrition and dehydration have become critical issues for pregnant women and newborns, potentially leading to long-term health problems.
Psychological Impact
The stress and trauma from the disaster, compounded by the challenges of caring for newborns and young children in a crisis environment, have heightened the need for mental health support services, which are often limited in disaster-affected areas.
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl, White Ribbon Alliance UK and The Lewin Group have joined forces to launch this urgent fundraising campaign. Our collaboration leverages a shared commitment to maternal and newborn health and combines our expertise to address the critical needs of pregnant women, mothers, and infants affected by the disaster. With The Lewin Group’s strategic location in Jamaica, we can ensure that all funds raised are utilised to provide essential supplies, medical care, and support services at the grassroots level. Your generous contributions will directly support our efforts to make a tangible difference in the lives of those most vulnerable during this crisis
White Ribbon Alliance UK
White Ribbon Alliance UK (WRA UK) is part of the global White Ribbon Alliance movement, which has been championing maternal and newborn health (MNH) advocacy, activism, and campaigning for 25 years. With a presence in 10 countries across Asia and Africa, White Ribbon Alliance focuses on mobilising and amplifying the voices of women and their communities to advocate for respectful, quality, and equitable maternal and newborn healthcare. Through collaborations with partners and stakeholders, WRA UK works to drive systemic changes and ensure every woman and newborn has the right to safe and respectful maternity care.
The Lewin Group
The Lewin Group is a premier healthcare consulting firm based in Jamaica, owned by Leah and Kenny Lewin. The firm specialises in policy analysis, programme evaluation, and strategic planning, working with a diverse range of clients including government agencies, healthcare providers, and non-profit organisations. Positioned uniquely to provide grassroots support, The Lewin Group ensures that all funds raised are used effectively on the ground. Leah Lewin, a consultant for WRA UK, also collaborates extensively with other highly respected MNH organisations in the UK, further enhancing the impact of their initiatives.
White Ribbon Alliance UK is dedicated to full transparency and accountability. We will regularly update donors on fundraising progress, detailing total funds raised and specific milestones achieved. Our financial activities are subject to regular audits and oversight by the Charity Commission, ensuring adherence to all regulations and best practices.
We will issue detailed reports on how the funds are allocated and spent, ensuring that donors can see exactly how their contributions are making a difference. We encourage open communication with our donors and stakeholders, welcoming any questions or concerns regarding the use of funds.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact info@whiteribbonalliance.org.uk or management@lewingroupltd.com.
Some imagery which has been provided by those on the ground in Jamaica are AI generated. Due to lack of reliable connection to upload photos and videos, sometimes AI images will be used until non-AI images are received.
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