Crystel Crisol , D27N Executive Assistant Jessica Lee, D27N Executive Assistant

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|Updated by: District Projects & Kiwanis Family & Foundation CommitteesCalifornia-Nevada-Hawaii DistrictAugust 2012

Presented by:

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Crystel Crisol, D27N Executive AssistantJessica Lee, D27N Executive Assistant

THE

PROJECT

Training Topic: The Eliminate ProjectCNH Key Club DistrictCNH |

ELIMINATEMaternal & NeonatalTetanus

What does MNT stand for?


• Kiwanis International and UNICEFworking together to eliminate MNT and change the

world.

• Kiwanis' commitment to reaching out to communities and leaders and

together wipe out this cruel, centuries-old disease and pave the way for a better tomorrow.

A Partnership. A Commitment.

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• MNT is caused when tetanus spores, found in soil, come into contact and infect open cuts during childbirth.

• It infects newborns who then suffer from excruciating convulsions and have an extreme sensitivity to light and touch.

What is MNT?


• Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus strikes the poorest of the poor, the geographically hard to reach, and those without health care.

• In 34 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and North America, it still strikes babies and mothers who have little or no access to health care — either because they are poor, live in remote areas or are caught in humanitarian emergencies.

Who suffers from MNT?



Close your eyes…

Recall your favorite memory of playing with your friends when you were a young child.

Envision how you feel participating in your favorite activity.

Think of one person that is important to you in your life. Dream

Of one goal you hope to accomplish in your lifetime.


1 baby dies every 9 minutes from tetanus.

160 babies die each day from tetanus.

Kills nearly 60,000 newborn children every year.

Statistics


MNT has been eliminated in 20 countries since 2000.

3 doses of tetanus vaccine = immunity from tetanus.

Woman + vaccine = protected baby.

US $1.80 protects 1 mother and her future children.

The Eliminate Project saves and protects millions of moms and her babies.

Elimination = <1 MNT per 1,000 births.

Several Facts


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TwcZsxza9nQ&feature=plcp

Experience




• These women matter.

• They deserve to give birth to healthy babies.

• Every child deserves a chance to reach their full potential.

The Worldwide Message


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xji74CYE8c

By the Numbers




$1.80 will provide 3 vaccinations to protect and prevent any future children and their mothers from MNT.

There is a Solution


Donate to provide much needed supplies:

• Vaccines • SyringesProvide Services:• Safe Transport and Storage• Education to communities • Training of heath Workers

What does your money provide?


Countries with MNT in 2001






How can YOU alone make an impact?


Eliminate MNT by the year 2015How?

• Vaccinate over 129 million mothers• Eliminate MNT from 34 countries• Raise 110 million dollars• The Kiwanis Family must come

together

A Plan


• Immunization of women of reproductive age and pregnant women

• Educating communities on MNT and clean delivery practices

• Creation of Kiwanis sustainability fund

• Kiwanian education and organizational enhancement

What these funds go to:


How can your club help eliminate

MNT?



Visit www.TheEliminateProject.org

for information and updates!

Educate! Reach out using social media with news,

stories, and inspiration to motivate members and

non-members!

Tell members about the Eliminate Project at club meetings! Share photos,

videos, and presentations!

Step 1: Educate

Invite health professionals, Eliminate Project officials,

or Kiwanis members to club meetings to talk about the

dangers of MNT and Eliminate Project!

Explain the positive impact the Kiwanis family is

making and our plan to Eliminate!

http://www.theeliminateproject.org/




One of the best ways to help is to give gifts!

• Gifts from local fundraisers!

• Gifts and donations from local businesses and companies!

• Pledges from your club treasury!

• Pledges from individual club members!

• Pledges from within your Kiwanis family!

Step 2: Give



You can also serve for the Eliminate Project!

• Host events for mothers in the community: Host a community baby

shower for an organization that supports new mothers!

Host a concert or breakfast for local mothers!

• Search for local outreach programs at local hospitals, schools, and daycares!

• If you want more information, ideas for events, or toolkits for service projects visit www.TheEliminateProject.org

• If you have great ideas and service projects regarding the Eliminate Project email them to [email protected]

Step 3: Serve



An Opportunity to Change History


Together, we will eliminate

MNT!


Questions? Comments? Concerns?

Go for it!

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Crystel Crisol , D27N Executive Assistant Jessica Lee, D27N Executive Assistant