The leadership development initiative grant will enable SOGON to address the competing priorities needed to improve women’s health and well-being in Nigeria, as the proposed practice changes are critical to improving maternal and newborn health outcomes. As a result of this grant, SOGON aims to reduce maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality and sustain national efforts through the uptake of interventions championed effectively by leaders at the forefront of healthcare delivery. Nigeria is one of six national member societies, including Bangladesh, Ethiopia, India (Bihar and Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, and Pakistan.
The dRPC is providing leadership, management, and advocacy support to develop the skills of SOGON’s subnational leadership. The aim is to enable them to influence health, political leaders, and government officials and promote clinical practice change. This will involve imparting knowledge of best practices, equipping them with the latest evidence relevant to Nigeria, and enhancing their ability to communicate effectively with their target audiences. Ultimately, this will help SOGON expand collaborative efforts and ensure the initiative’s long-term success.