Lagos health educators receive new training for better maternal care
A two-day workshop was organised for health educators in Lagos State to boost their capacity in maternal and reproductive health. The Lagos State Primary Health Care Board and the Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective led the initiative. Ibrahim Mustafa and Olajumoke Oke highlighted the importance of bridging communication gaps between health facilities and communities. The training aims to improve health literacy and encourage greater use of primary healthcare services.
Highlights
- The workshop focused on strengthening community engagement and improving health literacy among health educators.
- Ibrahim Mustafa said the training addresses communication gaps between health facilities and the communities they serve.
- Health educators are encouraged to regularly engage with traditional leaders, women’s groups, and other stakeholders to ensure health information reaches residents.
- Olajumoke Oke explained that the programme includes evidence-based initiatives like MamaBase, which supports pregnant women in underserved communities.
- The training aims to equip health educators with better communication skills and updated information to increase the use of skilled maternal care.
