EPN - Ecumenical Pharmaceutical Network

EPN - Ecumenical Pharmaceutical Network We are a network of faith-based organisations running health facilities to promote access to just and compassionate quality pharmaceutical services

Ecumenical Pharmaceutical Network (EPN) is a Christian, not for profit, independent organization. It is a worldwide network of associations, institutions, and individuals, committed to supporting the provision of quality, affordable medicines and pharmaceutical services in church health facilities.

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a rising concern and communities across Africa are already feeling its impact.Join fai...
29/04/2026

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a rising concern and communities across Africa are already feeling its impact.

Join faith and health leaders from across the continent for the launch of the AMR Sermon Guide for African Churches—a practical, faith-based resource designed to equip faith leaders to empower communities to understand AMR and its impact, promote responsible use of antibiotics, and inspire community action to protect lives.

Date: Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Time: 11:00am-1:00pm GMT | 12noon-2:00pm WAT | 1:00pm-3:00pm CAT | 14:00 – 16:00 EAT

Register now: 67cfa22b-1089-4205-9ce0-0dc2019fbfa5@d7a24534-5289-48de-870b-09fe9ba81068" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/67cfa22b-1089-4205-9ce0-0dc2019fbfa5@d7a24534-5289-48de-870b-09fe9ba81068

Change starts with awareness. Let’s act together.

Today, on World Malaria Day 2026, EPN joins the global community in reaffirming that malaria is preventable, treatable, ...
25/04/2026

Today, on World Malaria Day 2026, EPN joins the global community in reaffirming that malaria is preventable, treatable, and can be defeated with sustained action and strong health systems.

At the EPN, we continue to strengthen pharmaceutical systems that ensure communities have access to quality-assured medicines, reliable supply chains, and essential health services. We work with faith-based and national health systems to improve the availability of effective malaria commodities, support safe and rational use of medicines, and promote community awareness to improve early care-seeking and prevention.

We are Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must

Through strong partnerships and resilient systems, we can protect more lives and move closer to a malaria-free future.

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a growing threat across Africa, but together, we can act. Join us for the Launch of th...
24/04/2026

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a growing threat across Africa, but together, we can act.
Join us for the Launch of the AMR Sermon Guide for African Churches, a powerful, faith-based resource designed to help communities understand and respond to AMR.

This interactive webinar will explore how faith and health leaders can work together to promote responsible antibiotic use and protect life-saving medicines.

Date: Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Time: 14:00 – 16:00 EAT | 11:00–13:00 GMT | 12:00–14:00 WAT | 13:00–15:00 CAT
Register here: 67cfa22b-1089-4205-9ce0-0dc2019fbfa5@d7a24534-5289-48de-870b-09fe9ba81068" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/67cfa22b-1089-4205-9ce0-0dc2019fbfa5@d7a24534-5289-48de-870b-09fe9ba81068

Let’s come together to build healthier communities and safeguard medicines for future generations.

Learn more here: https://www.epnetwork.org/webinar-launch-of-the-amr-sermon-guide

In Kakamega County, Kenya, EPN and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK) recently carried out supportive supe...
22/04/2026

In Kakamega County, Kenya, EPN and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK) recently carried out supportive supervisory and monitoring visits as part of the IMPACT Project, working closely with county health leadership and frontline teams.

From county-level discussions to facility visits, one thing stood out: practical improvements are taking shape where it matters most, at the point of care.

What’s changing?
- More consistent availability of essential medicines
- Enhanced dispensing practices, with greater attention to patient counselling and privacy
- Stronger Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) systems and more active Medicines & Therapeutics Committees
- Stronger collaboration between public and faith-based facilities

It was encouraging to see how continuous training and mentorship are translating into better service delivery and improved patient experience.

IMPACT project is aimed to enhance access to and quality of pharmaceutical care in rural areas of Kenya, Rwanda, and Tanzania through strengthening the capacity of healthcare workers, particularly in medicine supply chain management, rational use of medicines, dispensing practices, and addressing the special needs of the elderly. The project is supported by action medeor e.V.


Read more here: https://www.epnetwork.org/impact-project-field-visits-2026/

EPN continues to collaborate with its members, partners, and national stakeholders to strengthen regulatory frameworks, ...
09/04/2026

EPN continues to collaborate with its members, partners, and national stakeholders to strengthen regulatory frameworks, build the capacity of healthcare workers, and foster stronger coordination across the faith-based health system.

In Malawi, this effort recently reached an important milestone with the launch of the SAFER Project in partnership with Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM). The initiative is designed to strengthen national systems to effectively address poor-quality medicines and safeguard communities.

The launch convened key institutions, including the Ministry of Health, Pharmacy Medicines Regulatory Authority (PMRA), Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST), World Health Organization (WHO), CID, and the Pharmaceutical Society of Malawi. EPN was represented by Dr. Diana Ogutu, who leads the SAFER Project and and EPN's Quality Assurance, Surveillance & Regulatory Systems programme.

Key discussions revealed that while technical knowledge is available, gaps remain in coordination, systems, and protocols needed to translate detection into meaningful action. Strengthening collaboration across regulatory, supply chain, and enforcement functions emerged as a critical priority.

There was strong alignment among stakeholders on the need for a more connected, multi-sectoral approach, one that enables faster information sharing and more effective responses.

With the support of CHAM, government institutions, and plan:g ( Partnership for Global Health), EPN is optimistic about advancing a safer, more resilient pharmaceutical system in Malawi.

Easter greetings from EPN!This Easter, we celebrate the gift of grace, restoration, and the promise of new beginnings. L...
03/04/2026

Easter greetings from EPN!

This Easter, we celebrate the gift of grace, restoration, and the promise of new beginnings.

Let us pause and reflect on our role in building healthier, more resilient communities and renew our commitment to enduring love and care, especially the most vulnerable among us.

May your hearts be filled with peace, joy, and renewed purpose.

Last week, the International Maternal and Newborn Health (IMNH) Conference brought together global and country leaders i...
30/03/2026

Last week, the International Maternal and Newborn Health (IMNH) Conference brought together global and country leaders in Nairobi to share insights, reflect, and accelerate action for the health of mothers and newborns.

With nearly half of under-five deaths occurring in the first month of life, every intervention counts.

EPN was proud to participate, sharing lessons from our Maternal and Newborn Health Product Introduction (MNHC) Project in Kenya and Nigeria, showing how country-led, real-world solutions are saving lives.

Key takeaways:

- Faith-based health facilities are central to national health systems and ready to partner for impact.
- Local, country-led evidence drives sustainable change and policy adoption.
- What gets recorded gets done—and what gets done saves lives.
- Community-led, culturally tailored approaches ensure lasting impact.
- Ending PPH requires strategic advocacy, empowered providers, aligned systems, and actionable evidence.
- Strong supply chains and availability of quality MNH commodities—including innovative PPH bundles, uterotonics, and essential maternal drugs—are non-negotiable.
- Political commitment, coordinated partnerships, and strategic advocacy are essential to scale and sustain solutions.

The conference reinforced a simple truth: this is not a moment, it’s a movement.

At EPN, we are committed to strengthening supply chains, supporting country-led solutions, and ensuring life-saving maternal and newborn health commodities reach those who need them most.

Today, on World TB Day 2026, we celebrate hope and action: “Yes! We can end TB!”Tuberculosis continues to affect million...
24/03/2026

Today, on World TB Day 2026, we celebrate hope and action: “Yes! We can end TB!”

Tuberculosis continues to affect millions, but with strong systems and collective effort, it is a fight we can win.

At EPN, we are working across Africa and beyond to strengthen faith-based health services. From equipping healthcare workers with the skills they need, ensuring reliable access to quality TB medicines, promoting responsible use of treatments, to supporting communities to adhere to their treatments and reducing stigma, we are committed to making a difference.

This year’s theme reminds us that ending TB is not just a dream, but it is achievable. With leadership, innovation, and collaboration, we can create healthier, TB-free communities for everyone.

Don’t miss the upcoming EPN Webinar!Join our conversation on how local manufacturing can strengthen faith-based health s...
06/03/2026

Don’t miss the upcoming EPN Webinar!

Join our conversation on how local manufacturing can strengthen faith-based health systems across Africa.

Theme: Securing Our Future: Aligning Faith-Based Health Systems with the Africa Local Manufacturing Agenda
Date: Thursday, 12 March 2026

Faith-based health systems play a key role in ensuring medicine security and supply chain resilience. As local manufacturing is rapidly gaining policy momentum, how should faith-based supply chains position themselves within national and continental frameworks?
This webinar will unpack these questions and explore their implications for church health systems across the continent.

It will highlight the local manufacturing landscape in Africa and feature insights from EPN members in Uganda, Zambia, and Cameroon.

Time: (12:00 pm-1:30 pm GMT | 1:00 pm-2:30 pm WAT | 2:00pm-3:30pm CAT | 3:00pm-4:30 pm EAT)
Registration link: 936f26cd-e1bb-4f19-ba53-039b89566002@d7a24534-5289-48de-870b-09fe9ba81068" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/936f26cd-e1bb-4f19-ba53-039b89566002@d7a24534-5289-48de-870b-09fe9ba81068



Mission for Essential Drugs & Supplies - MEDS CHAK Christian Connections for International Health - CCIH Difäm Christian Health Association Sierra Leone - CHASL Joint Medical Store ECWA Central Pharmacy Ltd - ECPL Christian Health Association of Lesotho

As we unite to tackle neglected tropical diseases, let’s remember that snakebites contribute significantly to the burden...
30/01/2026

As we unite to tackle neglected tropical diseases, let’s remember that snakebites contribute significantly to the burden of NTDs. They affect vulnerable communities, especially in rural and bushy areas, and can be deadly if not treated promptly.

On this World NTD Day, let’s raise awareness about all neglected tropical diseases, including snakebites and act together to protect our communities.


World Health Organization (WHO)

NTDs are not just statistics, they are lived realities shaped by poverty, inequality, stigma, and weak systems.On World ...
30/01/2026

NTDs are not just statistics, they are lived realities shaped by poverty, inequality, stigma, and weak systems.
On World NTD Day 2026, EPN calls for sustained commitment and community investment to reach the last mile and restore lives, especially for women and girls affected by neglected conditions like Female Ge***al Schistosomiasis.

Together, we can end NTDs for good.

La lèpre et les autres maladies tropicales négligées continuent d’affecter nos communautés, souvent dans le silence et l...
30/01/2026

La lèpre et les autres maladies tropicales négligées continuent d’affecter nos communautés, souvent dans le silence et la stigmatisation.
À l’occasion de la Journée mondiale des MTN 2026, EPN rappelle qu’avec la sensibilisation, le dépistage précoce, le traitement et l’inclusion sociale, nous pouvons redonner espoir et dignité aux personnes touchées.

Agissons ensemble.

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