World Health Day 2026 – Soroptimist International Africa Federation
Community Action to Prevent Cervical Cancer
Soroptimist International Africa Federation Clubs
Across the Soroptimist International Africa Federation, clubs are working at community level to address cervical cancer through awareness, education, and access to screening. Under the shared focus of “My Health, My Responsibility”, this work reflects a coordinated effort to support prevention and early detection, particularly among women and girls most at risk.
SI Club of Ndobo, Cameroon
In Cameroon, the SI Club of Ndobo brought awareness directly into everyday community spaces through its outreach at Ndobo market. By using simple, direct messaging and engaging both women and men, the club reached around 200 people with information on vaccination and screening. This approach shows how trusted local settings can be used to open conversations about health and encourage early action.
SI Club of Embu, Kenya
In Kenya, several clubs have taken complementary approaches. The SI Club of Embu focused on education among adolescents, working in schools to improve understanding of cervical cancer and promote informed attitudes towards vaccination. By including both girls and boys, the project recognised the wider social context shaping health decisions. It also contributed to longer-term impact through research outputs and practical tools that can support future programmes.
SI Club of Vihiga, Kenya
The SI Club of Vihiga extended this work into direct service delivery. Through mobile outreach in schools, churches, and community centres, the club provided screening and immediate treatment for women with precancerous conditions. Training community health workers alongside this work has helped strengthen local capacity, ensuring that support continues beyond individual interventions.
SI Club of Nairobi Central, Kenya
In Narok South County, the SI Club of Nairobi Central focused on building community trust and understanding. By training local dialogue champions, the project addressed common myths, promoted the HPV vaccine, and supported women to access follow-up care. This emphasis on clear communication has helped make information more accessible and actionable at community level.
Taken together, these initiatives show a strong, shared approach across SIAF. Clubs are combining education, outreach, and clinical support to improve early detection and prevention of cervical cancer. Through sustained local engagement, they are helping more women and girls access the knowledge and services needed to protect their health.