Child Health In Haiti

Overview

Healthy children learn better.

Silem Foundation provides preventive, school-based health support that helps children stay healthy, safe, and ready to learn. Our approach focuses on early identification, health education, and referral, working in coordination with families and local health providers to support learning continuity.

This program does not replace healthcare services, but strengthens the link between schools, families, and existing health systems.

 

What We Do

  • Basic non-clinical health checks and first aid for minor issues

  • Hygiene and disease-prevention education

  • Psychosocial awareness and well-being support delivered in age-appropriate, non-clinical ways

  • Referral and follow-up support with local clinics and health providers when medical care is needed


Why This Program Matters

Health challenges are a leading cause of absenteeism and learning disruption in many school communities.

Preventive, school-based support helps:

  • Identify health concerns early

  • Reduce avoidable absences

  • Protect children’s ability to participate fully in learning

By addressing health barriers at school, children are more likely to attend regularly and succeed academically.


Who This Program Supports

  • School-age children

  • Teachers and school staff

  • Families connected to the school community


Safeguards & Partnerships

  • All activities are preventive and non-clinical

  • Medical diagnosis and treatment are handled by licensed local providers

  • Programs follow child protection and safeguarding standards

  • Parents, caregivers, and school leadership are engaged as partners


Outcomes We Track

  • Student attendance and participation

  • Health-related absences

  • Hygiene knowledge and practices

  • Referrals made and follow-up outcomes

These indicators help improve program quality and ensure accountability to schools, families, and donors.


Partner With Us

If you are a school, health provider, or organization interested in strengthening child health and learning outcomes through school-based collaboration, we welcome the opportunity to connect.

Are You Ready To Partner With Us?

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