Strengthening Champions & School Leadership for Better Health Outcomes in Ntoroko District
Week of May 25–29, 2026
This week, the Faith for Family Health Initiative (3FHi) continued its intensive onsite mentorship and supportive supervision to over 100 multisectoral champions in Kanara Sub-county and Town Council, Ntoroko District.
This week, the Faith for Family Health Initiative (3FHi) continued its intensive onsite mentorship and supportive supervision to over 100 multisectoral champions in Kanara Sub-county and Town Council, Ntoroko District.
The champions include inter-faith religious leaders, cultural leaders, in-school champions (headteachers, senior men & women teachers), Community Health Workers (CHWs), Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs), beach management committees, boda-boda leaders, political leaders, and model parents. These dedicated change agents are playing a pivotal role in addressing persistent adolescent health challenges, including high teenage pregnancy rates, limited youth-friendly services, and the impact of climate-related shocks such as flooding.
During a high-level debrief with district leaders, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Ntoroko District commended 3FHi’s inclusive and collaborative approach, stating:
“3FHi works with everyone and is very critical in addressing the reproductive and adolescent health challenges affecting adolescents and young girls, especially teenage pregnancy.”
In a proactive move to safeguard learners, 3FHi leveraged a district-wide convening of all headteachers to successfully integrate Ebola awareness messaging into the adolescent health session. Recognizing schools as critical hubs for early detection and community safety, the engagement equipped education leaders with knowledge on symptom recognition, prevention protocols, and timely reporting mechanisms.
Jackie Katana, Founder and Executive Director of 3FHi, emphasized:
“Investing in school leadership is one of the strongest shields against public health threats. By empowering headteachers, we are building a more resilient education system that protects both learners and the wider community.”
We extend our sincere appreciation to the Ntoroko District Leadership, TRAC FM International, and all our dedicated champions for their commitment to creating healthier, safer, and more informed communities.
Stay tuned as we continue supporting these champions in driving sustainable transformation for adolescent girls and young women in Ntoroko District!
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