Results

Transforming Communities in Mozambique

The Care for Life Family Preservation Program (FPP) is a holistic community development initiative that empowers families in Mozambique to overcome poverty and build sustainable futures. Over a five-year evaluation period, the program delivered measurable improvements in health, housing, education, and economic stability across participating villages.

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Key Life-Saving Results

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Reduction in Infant Mortality Rate (IMR): decreased from 286 to 90 deaths per 1,000 live births.

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Reduction in Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR): decreased from 659 to 90 deaths per 100,000 live births.

Home and Sanitation Improvements

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Adequate Roofs

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Covered Floors

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Functional Latrines

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Clean Homes

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Clean Yards

Economic Empowerment

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Families Operating a Small Business

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Engaged in Income-Generating Activities

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Access to Credit / Savings

Education

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of Families Registered with the Government

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of Adults Over Age 15 are Literate

Health & Hygiene

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Drinking Water Treated

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Daily Tooth Brushing

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Sleeping Under Mosquito Nets

Behavior & Belief Shifts

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Belief That Family Life Will Improve

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Belief in Community Progress

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Active in Religion

Food Security

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Families Have Daily Meals with Vegetables / Protein:

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Households with Home Gardens

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Family Members Eating 3 Meals/Day:

Community Participation & Celebrations

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80-100% of Village Members Participate in the Family Preservation Program

Each family sets 8-10 goals every 6 months. When they achieve the goal they receive a reward.

What the communities are saying about the Family Preservation Program

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"What we have learned can’t be taken away by a virus."

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"We were taught and then we taught others what we learned. We don’t need anyone to come help us."

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"Our latrine was the only thing left standing after the storm. That’s where we stayed."

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