Haiti has the highest rate of maternal and infant mortality in the western hemisphere. 91% of women deliver at home. With the help of a Rotary Foundation Grant, Rotary members provided a fully equipped medical jeep carrying up to 12 volunteers to any region in Haiti.The jeep allows mobile clinics to be run in hard to reach places to provide health services to expecting mothers. Watch the video below about this project.
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"We understand the multitude of demands on your time and resources. Our donors’ commitment and willingness to join Rotary in making the world a better place is truly appreciated."