Village Health Works delivers world-class, community-driven medical care in rural Burundi. Where there's health, there's hope. To donate visit our site!
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Jun 11
The search for the next generation of critical thinkers and leaders is on!
Applications for the Kigutu International Academy Cohort 2026-2027 are officially OPEN!
🗓️Apply by July 10, 2026, to take the first step toward global academic excellence: kigutuinternationalacademy.o…
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Jun 10
In times of crisis, local health systems holds strong. Proud to see VHW & founder Deo Niyizonkiza featured by @segalfoundation on our frontline medical readiness in Burundi.
Read: segalfamilyfoundation.org/st…
Support our medical teams on the ground today: villagehealthworks.org/donat…
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Jun 5
Kuri 18 Mukakaro, Village Health Works izohimbaza imyaka 20 imaze ishinzwe, twaganiriye na Yvette, umwe mu baforoma bacu bakarorero. đź©ş
Umviriza ingene asangiza akanyamuneza afise k’uyu musi mukuru; n’uruhara yagize mu gufasha guteza imbere amagara n’ubuzima mu miryango. 💙
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Jun 4
💚 We’re over halfway to our $60,000 goal for vital EEG diagnostics at Kigutu Hospital!
📢DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT: The next $5,000 given will be matched dollar-for-dollar by our board to bring epilepsy care to families in Burundi.
Give today: pledge.to/village-health-wor…
#EEG #VHW
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Jun 3
The Fordham-KIA Youth Impact Program announced the winners of its pitch competition, recognizing innovative ideas from our students at Kigutu International Academy.
Thank you to Dennis Hanno, our partners at @FordhamNYC, and everyone at KIA who supported these incredible minds.
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May 28
💚 Thank you for supporting the EEG initiative. We’re nearly halfway to our $60,000 goal to bring EEG diagnostics to Kigutu Hospital.
Thanks to the Village Health Works board, the next $5,000 donated will be matched dollar for dollar.
Donate today: pledge.to/village-health-wor…
#EEG
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May 22
🎉 This year, Village Health Works turns 20.
For two decades, VHW has expanded access to healthcare, hope, and dignity in Kigutu and beyond. đź’™
As July 18 approaches, support this milestone and invest in healthier communities.
#VHW20Years #20YearsOfImpact #SupportImpact
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May 21
For patients like Amandine, access to diagnosis can change everything. đź’š
An EEG machine at Kigutu Hospital will help clinicians diagnose and treat epilepsy locally.
Donate today: pledge.to/village-health-wor…
#VillageHealthWorks #EEGCampaign #EpilepsyCare
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May 20
Deogratias Niyizonkiza, Founder & CEO of Village Health Works, will attend the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva from May 20–22 to engage with global leaders and partners advancing equitable, community-driven healthcare.
Will you be at #WHA79? Let us know!
#GlobalHealth #VHW
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May 14
Born at 28 weeks weighing just 890g, this baby received intensive neonatal care and Kangaroo Mother Care. After 7 weeks, the baby was discharged healthy and continues to thrive — a powerful example of the impact of quality newborn care as the NICU opening approaches this summer.
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May 13
Help bring an EEG machine to Kigutu Hospital and support children living with epilepsy. đź’š
$11,000 in matching funds are available — every donation counts.
Donate today: pledge.to/village-health-wor…
#VillageHealthWorks #EpilepsyCare #GlobalHealth
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May 12
Tune in to Izere FM every Tuesday & Thursday at 2 PM (UTC 2) for insightful topics with Village Health Works.
Listen on 97.1 & 90.6 FM and don’t miss it.
#VillageHealthWorks #IzereFM #Burundi #HealthEducation #CommunityVoice
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May 8
This year, Village Health Works celebrates 20 years of transforming lives through compassionate care, community, and hope. During International Nurses Week, we honor the nurses whose dedication and humanity continue to shape healthier futures every day. đź’™
#NursesWeek #VHW
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May 6
Earlier this week, we honored our midwives in Kigutu for their life-saving care and compassion đź’™ We also marked the start of Nurses Week, celebrating all healthcare workers
# #InternationalMidwivesDay #VillageHealthWorks #MaternalHealth #HealthcareHeroes #NursesWeek
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May 5
Tune in to Izere FM every Tuesday & Thursday at 2 PM(UTC 2) for insightful topics with Village Health Works.
Listen on 97.1 & 90.6 FM and don’t miss it.
#VillageHealthWorks #IzereFM #Burundi #HealthEducation #CommunityVoice
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May 1
Today is Labor Day in Burundi, and Village Health Works honors the dedication behind stronger, healthier communities. Every effort counts toward lasting change.
#LaborDay #VillageHealthWorks #CommunityHealth
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Apr 25
Today is World Malaria Day. Malaria remains a major threat in Burundi, especially for children. At VHW, we’ve conducted 28,000 malaria tests and treated 3,300 confirmed cases in the last 5 years.
Help us keep lifesaving care going. Donate today.
#WorldMalariaDay
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Apr 24
This year, Village Health Works turns 20.
What has grown over time is more than reach or impact it’s families, connections, and a shared sense of care. Moments like this reflect the heart of the mission: dignity in every home, community at every step, and care that lasts.
#VHW
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Apr 23
Tune in to Izere FM every Tuesday & Thursday at 2 PM(Burundi Time) for insightful topics with Village Health Works.
Listen on 97.1 & 90.6 FM and don’t miss it.
#VillageHealthWorks #IzereFM #Burundi #HealthEducation #CommunityVoice
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Apr 17
This year, Village Health Works turns 20.
In classrooms and beyond, learning has always been part of the work. Students growing, asking questions, and shaping what comes next.
What started small became something shared.
#VHW20Years #FromASeedToAMovement
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