An important tool in systematically eradicating obstetric fistula is understanding the state of women’s health and development. Through the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) data dashboard, we can better understand population trends in Ethiopia and how to appropriately meet the maternal health needs of women in Ethiopia. This data – and Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia’s work […]

Dr Claude Idring’i Malasi from the DRC trained at Hamlin through the Hamlin-FIGO partnership and the FIGO Fistula Surgery Training Initiative

The latest treatment impact results delivered at Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia's six fistula hospitals in Hamlin’s Impact Report March-May 2021

We have to eradicate Ethiopia of this awful thing that’s happening to women: suffering, untold suffering in the countryside. I leave this with you to do in the future, to carry on.  – Dr Catherine Hamlin Finding the hidden women of Ethiopia We exist to make sure women who have survived the heart-breaking and preventable childbirth […]

Last year, Hamlin closely considered COVID-19’s impact on maternal health care in Ethiopia. One year on, what has happened since then?

Read key data points from Hamlin’s latest impact report. Hamlin's medical team have made incredible progress so far this year!

The Hamlin Model of Care is the world's leading approach to treating obstetric fistula injuries; treating the physical and psychological trauma of fistula.

The extraordinary medical professionals at Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia have made significant progress over the last few months, despite the enormous challenges they have faced. Their unwavering determination to continue Dr Catherine Hamlin’s work is an inspiration to all. Through the newly developed Treatment Dashboard, Hamlin's Management and Clinical Teams are able to assess the progress […]