In Sri Lanka, ESAF Global Canada has partnered with HealthBridge to support the Jaffna city government in making neighbourhoods more livable and community-centred by improving public spaces, streets, and local markets.

In 2024, HealthBridge and partners implemented eight innovative, community-led projects aimed at revitalizing public spaces and enhancing urban living in Vietnam, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, Niger, and Ghana.

In Accra Ghana, the Mmofra Foundation, supported by HealthBridge’s Livable Cities program, is weaving a unique story of literacy and public space.

This project is working with local urban health clinics to enhance comprehensive care for GBV through strengthening the skills and capacity of health care workers

Remote Son La province grapples with pressing challenges surrounding adolescent health, including early marriage and high rates of adolescent pregnancy.

Child marriage is still commonly practiced in Kalikot, where nearly 40% of girls aged 15-19 are already married. HealthBridge is working in this region with our partner International Nepal Fellowship (INF) to improve sexual and reproductive health outcomes in the community.

Imagine a journey where your senses guide you through the rich tapestry of history, where every step reveals a different element of the city.

There is often a lack of knowledge and awareness about good nutrition and its impact on health. In this context, food demonstrations are a way to educate and empower individuals and communities.

Due to an unfortunate tendency to prioritize the comfort and safety of cars over children, there is abundant car parking in Dhaka, especially in residential buildings, but an extremely inadequate supply of parks, playing fields, and other outdoor spaces for children to play and those of other ages to gather and socialize.

The SRHR in Dhaka project is being implemented in underserved urban areas of Dhaka where the community faces high rates of poverty, early marriage, and challenges accessing SRH services. Socio-cultural barriers contribute to difficulties for women and girls to advocate for themselves, particularly regarding sexual and reproductive health.