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Enhanced sexual reproductive and menstrual health knowledge base for a more informed decision-maker

In the past our team functioned as a community run organization training on menstrual health and hygiene with the use of menstrual cups throughout Malawi. We are now taking lessons learned and networks made to a larger scale with this NGO hoping to expand and create impact in our niche.

25/08/2025

This weekend CARVE welcomed 💫 — a surgical oncologist from Australia and long-time partner in crime of our ED (throwback to their first mission together in El Salvador 👩‍⚕️✈️).

Emilia joined us in rural Dedza, wrapped in chitenge by our powerhouse District Coordinator Chifundo, meeting women in our menstrual cup program, hearing stories, eating nsima 🍽️, and yes… even climbing Dedza Mountain (her choice 😜).

We dove deep into the realities here: some of the highest cervical cancer rates in the world and child marriage still deeply entrenched. Heavy truths, but visits like this remind us why the work matters. 💙 we are still here, trucking along. Come visit, donate AND talk about us. Keep an eye out as we make good on our strategic plan by improving access by improving …..

03/07/2025

From our recent baseline assessment in Dedza. We are busy identifying major gaps left by USAID that we can try to fill so at least some girls and women can still get access and information regarding their Sexual Reproductive Health. These stakeholder meetings will inform our project design utilizing our US private donations. 🥰🥰. We are working on a shoe string here but making moves!

05/05/2025

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This moment almost went uncaptured.
Here’s Shammah, our Operations Manager, helping our new gardener, Stephano, fill out forms to open his very first bank account — so he can get paid directly, securely, and begin building financial history.
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Opening a bank account in Malawi means access to savings, easier payments, and the first step toward financial independence.
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At CARVE, we do more than just sexual and reproductive health. We mentor, train, hire, and invest in the people around us.
Everyone who passes through CARVE should leave more equipped — with knowledge, skills, and confidence for the future.
🩶 Remember when you donate or talk about us, you are supporting this. DO IT MORE 🤩
www.carveafrica.org

05/04/2025

Happy World Health Worker Week!
We’re taking a moment to shout out global changemakers and our own health worker champions.

We might sound like a broken record—but it’s true: CARVE wouldn’t be where it is today without the skilled hands and hearts who’ve walked alongside us and continue to support our work- whether through donations, review of our curriculum or simply talking about our work-we see you!

From El Salvador to Malawi, these incredible folks have shaped our vision and pushed forward patient advocacy for better health outcomes. Here’s to them!

05/02/2025

Today, we visited the Grace Pads workshop to learn more about their products and explore potential collaboration. 👏🏾We discussed CARVE Africa’s commitment to quality and diversity in reusable pads to meet specific needs, including product specifications, pad sizes, and kit creation. 🩸🩸🩸The amazing team at Grace Pads is enthusiastic about joining us on this journey to challenge the status quo and deliver better-quality products to girls and women in Malawi. 🤝This visit marked the beginning of what we hope will be a meaningful partnership.

05/01/2025

Yes yes yes. This is a fundamental right we have overlooked as a global effort for far too long. It is time to recognize reproductive health knowledge coupled with QUALITY period products is the respectful direction we need to take. Long gone are the days of just the “donation game”. Together building knowledge, awareness and interventions with a human capacity approach we can bridge these menstrual health gaps. ⏰Yes, it takes more time. 💰Yes, it takes more resources. 📚Yes, we need to enhance the skills of , and local leaders to provide services for girls and women in a safe environment. 💛But it’s possible, one human at a time. We have seen it and done it Donate today to be a part of the actual work on the ground-www.carveafrica.org. Excerpt from NYT:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/04/opinion/girls-school-menstruation.html

12/12/2024

Our wonderful Implementing Partners working hard in Kasungu!

04/12/2024

🩸A Night to Remember! 🩸

This week, CARVE Africa hosted what might be Malawi’s first-ever garden party dedicated to menstrual health—and wow, it went better than we had imagined.

Under the beautiful evening sky at Kaliso Art Gallery, we highlighted incredible local artists showcasing the strength, resilience, and beauty of Malawian women through their art. We also held a silent auction to raise funds for our menstrual health programs, with an outpouring of support from every corner.

The high-level turnout was inspiring—leaders, ambassadors, UN Reps, government stakeholders, change-makers, and women from various sectors all came together to show that when we uplift each other, we create powerful change. Three ladies came from Mzuzu to speak about their experience with and Betti of course showed everyone how Nyanda (local cloth) is used throughout Malawi.

CARVE Africa is redefining the conversation around menstrual health, not just as a health issue, but as a conversation about quality products for all, opportunity in school and work, and bodily autonomy.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined, supported, and stood in solidarity with us. Here’s to more nights like these! 2025 is going to kick off with a bang! 🌸

10/11/2024

And that’s a wrap on our 5-day Training of Trainers in Dedza and Mchinji! Over 270 incredible were trained on comprehensive , with tailored sessions based on the age groups they mentor. Mentors for 10-14-year-olds focused on reusable pads from , while those working with ages 15-19 and 20-24 were trained on menstrual cups .

Next, our team will support these mentors as they share their knowledge across 6 Traditional Authorities, each mentor reaching 30 girls in their communities. The passion and commitment from the Malawi Girl Guides Association mentors were truly inspiring!

03/11/2024

Exciting News from CARVE Africa! 🚀

📍 We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with the (UNFPA) Malawi and joint work with the Malawi Girl Guides Association to expand (MHH) education and access to high-quality period products across !

☘ Our work is grounded in both experience and evidence, showing that access to high-quality menstrual health resources can decrease school absenteeism, boost girls’ educational potential, and increase their confidence. This initiative will help ensure that girls can participate fully in school and sports alongside their male peers, understand their bodies, and move closer to the ideals of gender equality we all strive for.

💛 In the coming week, our dedicated CARVE Africa team, along with our upskilled nurses, will train 360 Girl Guide mentors on key topics such as anatomy, the menstrual cycle, and tackling common myths and misconceptions. These mentors will be empowered to share accurate, health-focused information with their mentees of ages 10-24 in and .

Through this collaboration, we will reach:
🌸 2,700 girls with menstrual cups
🌸 6,000 girls with and underwear

🌍 This marks our first step in expanding into new districts, ensuring that Malawi’s girls and young women have the resources to manage their menstrual health with dignity and confidence. Here’s to a brighter, more informed future for Malawi’s girls! Our team is bonded more than ever for our goals, see us in the pics!

24/10/2024

Looks like our Ops Manager is vibing in our new shirts! Yes yes, CARVE stands for something 😅😅. It’s time we make it known!

23/10/2024

When the basic human right of having access to high quality menstrual health management options gives you a smile.

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