Malaria Prevention Program
Country: Zambia | Focus: Youth | Goal: $41,083
Reduce the incidence of Malaria in Nambala Zambia, through prevention and education.
Program Goal: To reduce the incidence of malaria in Nambala Zambia, focusing efforts on the members of the community that are more vulnerable. Households headed by either grandparents or children and pregnant women will be provided mosquito bed nets free of charge. Other members of the community may purchase discounted nets.
Expected Results: The program will significantly increase the number of treated bed nets in Nambala. A much larger trained force of malaria agents will also educate households on prevention and management.