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Building health systems capacity and supporting healthy lives in low resourced regions of Africa.

CPAR builds relationships with communities from a foundation of equality and respect. CPAR understands that community members themselves are the experts and that the success of our work stems from our ability to support the processes whereby community members empower themselves to take control of their own and their family’s futures. A healthy community does not simply mean that this community wil

l survive the hardships of tomorrow or the next day – it means that their children’s children will survive and thrive over many years. CPAR’s work is a long term commitment to change in rural Africa which is reflected in the way we build healthy communities. We work with communities to build long-term sustainable solutions as well as the community capacity and ownership that will allow them to endure.

05/23/2026

Obstetric fistula is a preventable childbirth injury that can lead to severe health complications, social isolation, and lasting stigma when women cannot access timely, quality maternal healthcare.

Today, we stand with survivors and with the health workers, advocates, and communities working to ensure safe childbirth and dignity for all women.

Preventing obstetric fistula means ensuring complications during pregnancy and labour are identified and treated early. Through CPAR’s Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies project in rural Tanzania, we are expanding access to antenatal care and ultrasound services, training midwives and physicians, strengthening referral systems, and supporting community outreach to help women access care earlier and more safely.

Ending obstetric fistula requires sustained investment in skilled birth attendance, emergency obstetric care, transportation systems, and respectful maternity care - especially in underserved rural communities.

Support maternal health and help expand access to life-saving care: cpar.ca/donate

05/12/2026

On International Nurses Day, we recognize the skill, compassion, and leadership nurses bring to communities every day. This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” is a powerful reminder that strong health systems depend on strong health workers.

At a time when healthcare systems around the world are facing growing pressures - from workforce shortages to rising health needs and the impacts of conflict and climate change - investing in nurses and frontline health workers has never been more important.

At CPAR, strengthening health systems means investing in people. Since 1984, CPAR has supported the training of more than 20,000 health workers across our programs, helping expand access to quality care in underserved communities.

Together, we can continue supporting the frontline workers who make healthcare possible.

Make a difference today: cpar.ca/donate

05/05/2026

Today, we recognize midwives and the life-saving, relationship-based care they provide before, during, and after birth.

On this International Day of the Midwife, CPAR is highlighting the global call for one million more midwives - so every woman can access respectful, quality maternal and newborn care.

Through our health systems strengthening programs, CPAR trains local frontline health workers, including midwives, building their skills in maternal and newborn care while supporting stronger, more sustainable community health systems. This approach helps ensure care is accessible, culturally appropriate, and available where it is needed most.

Looking to take action? Advocate for sustained investment in the midwifery workforce so every family has the care and support they deserve.

04/22/2026

Environmental protection is people protection.

Around the world, too many communities still face polluted air, unsafe water, limited access to reliable energy, and the growing impacts of climate change. These are not abstract challenges - they directly shape people’s health, livelihoods, and opportunities.

Earth Day is not only about celebrating the environment; it’s about protecting the conditions that allow communities to live healthy, dignified lives.

At CPAR, we work alongside communities to strengthen climate resilience, improve access to clean water, and support sustainable solutions that protect both people and the environment.

This Earth Day, we stand with communities on the frontlines and reaffirm our commitment to practical, locally driven solutions.

04/10/2026

It was great to have CPAR Ethiopia Country Manager, Dr. Felagot Taddese and Mark Loewenberger, CPAR's Program Coordinator attend the 2026 Ontario Council for International Cooperation Symposium: Strengthening Global Citizenship Through Collective Action in Toronto.

This inspiring gathering brought together international cooperation actors, community leaders, youth, and allies to deepen understanding and commitment to global citizenship.

A key session featured Mark and Dr. Felagot, who shared how CPAR's Remote Ultrasound Capacity Building for Antenatal Access (RUAA) project in rural Ethiopia has supported locally led, feminist, and more equitable health systems. The discussion highlighted how shifting decision-making and ownership to local institutions can strengthen public services and improve access to care.

04/08/2026

In celebration of World Health Day, we’re shining a light on women whose health needs are too often overlooked, especially in remote communities.

In rural Tanzania, distance, limited resources, and gaps in access to care put pregnant women at unnecessary risk. But science and technology are helping change that.

Through CPAR’s Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies project, evidence-based tools are reaching women closer to home. Portable diagnostic devices, digital health solutions, and trained community health workers are enabling earlier screenings, safer pregnancies, and access to critical health information.

When science reaches women, outcomes improve. When care is guided by evidence, mothers and babies have a better chance to thrive.

Health should not depend on geography. Every woman deserves access to safe, timely, and quality care – no matter where she lives.

04/07/2026

Today is World Health Day and this year’s message feels more important than ever.

In a world where misinformation spreads faster than facts, relying on science and evidence is essential to protecting the health of communities.

At CPAR, we believe health is a fundamental human right. It should never be influenced by profit, convenience, or narratives that overlook evidence. Real protection means listening to research, trusting data, and making decisions grounded in what keeps communities safe.

Today, and every day, we stand for informed decisions, evidence-based care, and a commitment to the wellbeing of all.

03/10/2026

CPAR recently celebrated the completion of a modern 4-in-1 multi-purpose sports field at Artist Hachalu Hundessa Secondary School in Akaki Kality Sub-City, Ethiopia.

During a recent visit, CPAR’s Executive Director, Kathrina Loeffler, joined students on site to mark this important milestone and see the new facility in action. She was accompanied by the Head of the Addis Ababa City Administration Education Bureau, Dr. Zelalem Mulatu.

Made possible through the generous support of Transport Canada, the project reflects CPAR’s commitment to creating safe, high-quality, and sustainable learning environments for students. Designed for tennis, volleyball, handball, and basketball, the new sports field provides an inclusive space where students can stay active, build teamwork, and develop skills that support both their academic success and personal growth.

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CPAR a récemment célébré l’achèvement d’un terrain multisports moderne 4-en-1 à l’école secondaire Artist Hachalu Hundessa, située dans la sous-ville d’Akaki Kality, en Éthiopie.

Lors d’une visite récente, la directrice générale de CPAR, Kathrina Loeffler, s’est jointe aux élèves sur place pour souligner cette étape importante et voir la nouvelle installation en action. Elle était accompagnée du chef du Bureau de l’éducation de l’Administration de la ville d’Addis-Abeba, le Dr Zelalem Mulatu.

Rendu possible grâce au généreux soutien de Transports Canada , ce projet reflète l’engagement de CPAR à créer des environnements d’apprentissage sûrs, de haute qualité et durables pour les élèves. Conçu pour le tennis, le volleyball, le handball et le basketball, ce nouveau terrain sportif offre un espace inclusif où les élèves peuvent rester actifs, développer l’esprit d’équipe et acquérir des compétences qui favorisent à la fois leur réussite scolaire et leur développement personnel.

02/20/2026

The last few days of the Hope in Motion tour in Tanzania have been nothing short of extraordinary, surrounded by breathtaking wildlife and meaningful moments of connection.

From powerful encounters with elephants to watching cheetahs move gracefully across the sweeping Ndutu plains, donors have experienced some of Africa’s most unforgettable scenes - a powerful reminder of both the beauty and resilience of this land.

Evenings at Kirimu Migration Camp have been just as special, with fireside chats and storytelling under the stars, giving donors time to reflect on the journey, the communities visited, and the lasting impact their generosity continues to make through CPAR’s work.

Grateful for their partnership and the hope they continue to move forward!

02/18/2026

Continuing the Hope in Motion journey in Tanzania!

During their visit to Umoja Primary School in Karatu, CPAR donors saw how simple, locally led solutions can transform daily life for students and teachers.

One of the most powerful moments was learning about the school’s rainwater harvesting system. By capturing rainfall from rooftops and storing it in the large rainwater harvesting tank, the school now has a reliable water source for handwashing, cleaning facilities, and maintaining small school gardens.

But what makes this initiative truly meaningful is local ownership. The system is managed and maintained by the school community itself, helping create cleaner, healthier learning spaces while teaching students practical lessons about environmental care and responsibility - lessons they carry home to their families.

It’s a powerful reminder that lasting change happens when communities lead and solutions are built to serve them for years to come.

02/17/2026

CPAR’s Hope in Motion donor tour has kicked off in Tanzania!

This 9-day journey brings CPAR supporters, travelling alongside CPAR’s Executive Director Kathrina Loeffler, closer to the communities and programs they help make possible. Through visits to project sites, donors are seeing firsthand how local partnerships are strengthening maternal and newborn health, education, and community wellbeing.

The tour is about connection - meeting the health workers, community leaders, and families whose dedication drives lasting change, and gaining a deeper understanding of the impact of CPAR’s work on the ground.

Alongside these meaningful experiences, the donors also discovering the beauty and richness of Tanzania, making this a journey of learning, reflection, and inspiration.

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