Women's health empowerment initiative
Empowering women's health through knowledge and technology.
The Women's Health Empowerment Initiative by Fundación del Saber champions women's health across Latin America. By addressing gender-based health challenges, this program advances education, economic independence, and access to healthcare.
What it solves
Gender-based health disparities.
Economic vulnerability.
How it solves it
Improving health awareness, education and access, especially in underserved areas through technology.
Linking health support to economic empowerment through training and financial literacy programs.
What it solves
Gender-based health disparities.
Economic vulnerability.
How it solves it
Improving health awareness, education and access, especially in underserved areas through technology.
Linking health support to economic empowerment through training and financial literacy programs.
Vision
Enhance access
Improve access to quality health education and resources for underserved women.
Promote equity
Address socioeconomic and cultural barriers affecting women's health
and create gender-sensitive health services.
Support mental health
Offer mental health support as an integral part of overall health,
recognizing the psychological impact of socioeconomic challenges.
Foster economic independence
Women's health linked to economic empowerment, emphasizing job training and financial literacy to support long-term well-being.
Goals
Reach 10,000+ women within a year
Now we are 1,000+ women as FDS members, and counting!
Offer preventive health education to 30% more women
We aim especially at underserved communities.
Improve self-reported mental health outcomes by 25%
We help women build resilience and coping strategies.
Offer 500+ new jobs for women
An opportunity for women completing economic empowerment
training, fostering long-term resilience and health.
Components
Health education & resource accessibility
- Develop culturally relevant health education materials focused on preventive care, maternal health, and mental well-being.
- Collaborate with local organizations to distribute these resources and host workshops on women's health topics.
Technology-Driven Health Access
- Use telemedicine to connect women in remote areas with qualified healthcare providers.
- Launch a digital platform providing resources, Q&A sessions with health experts, and tools for health self-assessment.
Mental Health Support Services
- Train community health workers and educators on mental health first aid.
- Implement support groups and mental health workshops, focusing on resilience and coping strategies.
Economic Empowerment through Health
- Offer financial literacy courses and career counseling.
- Provide training in entrepreneurship, budgeting, and health-based business models.
- Connect women with tech companies to equip them with skills for global job markets.
Get involved
Join FDS and our partners in bringing transformative change to women's health in Latin America. We welcome collaborations with NGOs, healthcare providers, and private sector supporters to expand this program's reach. Together, we can build healthier, more resilient communities where women thrive and lead.