In this episode, Michelle chats with Dr Philip Ambulai and Rebecca Kanu about Mini's Village Foundation.

Subject Description - Mini's Village Foundation (MVF)

By 2025, MVF aims to raise awareness and provide screening for HIV and HBV, enabling early treatment interventions and combating the stigma associated with these conditions in Sierra Leone. MVF's mission is to support sexual disease awareness, immunisation, and treatment initiatives, particularly for young people aged 14-50 years. Committed to delivering high standards of safety and compassionate care, MVF collaborates with patients, families, medical professionals, and communities. Their core values include respect, integrity, and teamwork, ensuring patient needs are at the heart of their sustainable services.

Episode Guest - Dr Philip Ambulai

Dr. Philip Lahai Ambulai is the CEO and Director of a leading micro medical diagnostic company and the Founder and Director of Mini's Village Foundation (MVF), a UK-registered not-for-profit organization (registration number 1205457). With over 15 years of clinical and research expertise, Dr. Ambulai is dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions. MVF, under his leadership, provides free healthcare services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS, HBV, and STDs in Sierra Leone, reflecting his commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Episode Guest - Miss Rebecca Kanu

Rebecca Kanu is the Co-Founder of MVF and currently works as a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator. Named in honor of Rebecca's mother, Mini, who contracted HIV through a needle stick injury while serving as a nurse, MVF embodies a deep commitment to healthcare and community support. Rebecca plays a pivotal role in advancing MVF’s mission to combat the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS and HBV in Sierra Leone. Mini's Village Foundation Links

Website - https://www.minisvillagefoundation.org

Email - info@minisvillagefoundation.org

Contact Number - +44 (0) 7852 148177

Additional Information and Links 

National HIV Nurse Association (NHIVNA) www.nhivna.org.

HIV Matters Bookstore

https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HIVMatters

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