Improving Quality of Life: Success Stories from the CODSAiN Project
Through the Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) Project, women across Nigeria are not just accessing childbirth spacing/family planning—they are reclaiming their time, health, and choices, leading to a better quality of life. “I didn’t want more children so soon, but I didn’t know how to say it. Now I decide when I’m ready.” […]
Happy Workers’ Day 2025
Today, ARFH celebrates the dedication and commitment of everyone working to improve lives — from field staff and health providers to community service providers and ARFH staff across all thematic areas. Your work in Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH), Family Planning and the prevention, care and support services for HIV, TB, and […]
The Beacon 25.1 Edition is Here!
Dive into the latest edition of The Beacon, ARFH’s quarterly newsletter, showcasing our impactful work in family planning, tuberculosis (TB) control, HIV/AIDS response, adolescent health, and other life-saving health interventions across Nigeria. From expanding access to health services to strengthening health systems and advancing community-led solutions, this issue highlights key milestones, success stories, and our collective […]
ARFH Strengthens Partnership with Lagos State to Advance Health System Resilience
Dr. Kehinde Osinowo, CEO of ARFH, led a high-level advocacy visit to the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. Mrs. Kemi Ogunyemi, on March 26, 2025. The Lagos State Ministry of Health and Lagos State Primary Health Care Board were well represented at the meeting, with the presence of: Perm. Secretary (Health) Dr. […]
AAFP Delegation Visits ARFH to Appreciate Support for the 8th Nigeria Family Planning Conference
Today, ARFH had the honor of welcoming key representatives from the Association for the Advancement of Family Planning (AAFP) to our office. The visit was an opportunity for AAFP to express gratitude for ARFH’s significant contributions to the success of the 8th Nigeria Family Planning Conference (NFPC) and reaffirm our collective commitment to advancing Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, […]
Capturing Impact: The CODSAiN Project in Kano & Lagos
The Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) Project is transforming communities by expanding access to self-injectable contraceptives and other FP methods, empowering women with reproductive choices, and fostering change. Recently, Fatima Alkali (Senior Communications Officer, Gates Foundation), Samson Odukogbe (Knowledge & Communications Officer, ARFH), Univista Media, and implementing partners embarked on a documentary journey […]
This Valentine’s Day: Celebrate Love Responsibly and Prioritize Your Health
As we embrace love and connection, let’s prioritize health, protection, and informed choices. True love means caring for yourself and your partner. Get Tested, Stay Protected Knowing your HIV status is an essential step in safeguarding your health. Early detection and treatment save lives. Visit a trusted healthcare facility for free and confidential testing Family Planning […]
Strengthening Family Planning Services in Plateau State
On February 7, 2025, ARFH’s CEO, Dr. Kehinde Osinowo, led a high-level advocacy visit to the Plateau State Primary Health Care Board and the State Ministry of Health to strengthen partnerships and push for sustainable family planning investments. During the visit, Dr. Osinowo emphasized the impact of the Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) […]
Strengthening Partnerships for Greater Impact: CODSAiN Annual Review Meeting 2025
At the just-concluded CODSAiN Annual Review Meeting (January 29th–30th, 2025), we reflected on our journey, assessed strategies, shared progress, and extracted key lessons to drive the third year of implementation for the Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) Project. Together with stakeholders from FMoH & SW, NPHCDA, Gombe, Kano, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau and Yobe states, […]
Empowering Communities & Strengthening Healthcare
Through the impactful Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) project, ARFH has successfully trained additional Community Service Providers in Family Planning service delivery across Gombe, Nasarawa, Kano, Lagos, Yobe, and Niger States. This initiative also included Supportive Supervisory Visits (SSVs) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) for facility service providers, enhancing their capacity to deliver quality reproductive health services. […]