Everyday in Nigeria, over 500 babies die within the first month of birth.
We’ve got GRIT at Mumspring. We do what it takes. Our corporate citizenship committee realized that to really move the needle on neonatal mortality in Nigeria, we needed to establish programs that would transform perinatal health and help Nigeria reach its health-related sustainable development goals as set by the UN.
Our approach is unique: It’s UNBOXED.This year, Mumspring joined Pledge 1% and pledged 1% of sales, 1% equity and 1% employee time to fight the causes of neonatal and maternal mortality in Nigeria. This is an unusual approach in Africa.
This commitment led to the creation of Mumspring Foundation. This year, through the Genesis Project, we empowered and provided over 100 at-risk women with sterile delivery kits to prevent infections during childbirth. Our 1% program enabled our employees express their HEARTfor the community by making a difference with their paid expertise and time.
The women we have supported have been relieved to know their childbirth will be protected with our kits. Community leaders are reaching out to us to partner with them to expand our reach and empower the mothers in their community. We are making a GENUINE difference.
