AEROBICS EXERCISES
Amid ongoing global health challenges, RENEF Foundation underscored the essential role nurses and midwives play in responding to healthcare demands. The Foundation’s objective was to recognize their sacrifices, amplify their voices, and celebrate their invaluable contributions to national development.
As part of the activities marking the Year of the Nurse and Midwife (YoNM) 2021, it was essential to raise awareness among nurses and midwives about the importance of taking responsibility for their own health and well-being. To promote this consciousness and encourage healthy lifestyle choices, a one-day aerobic exercise session was organized for members of the nursing and midwifery fraternity. The event aimed to inspire participants to make intentional decisions regarding their physical health, recognizing that caring for others begins with caring for oneself
YONM 2021 was a resounding success. The RENEF Foundation remains committed to supporting the nursing and midwifery professions and will continue to champion initiatives that honor their work, advance healthcare delivery, and drive positive social change.
NATIONAL NURSES & MIDWIVES QUIZ (NNMQ)
As part of the Year of the Nurse and Midwife (YONM) 2021 celebrations, a range of initiatives were launched to recognize and uplift the nursing and midwifery professions in Ghana. One of the standout activities was the maiden edition of the National Nurses and Midwives Quiz (NNMQ), a nationwide inter-tertiary competition aimed at fostering academic excellence, collaboration, and professional pride among nursing and midwifery students.
The quiz competition was organized across three zones—Northern, Middle, and Southern. Institutions that participated included the University for Development Studies, Catholic University College of Ghana, University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), Valley View University, Garden City University, Royal Ann Academy, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Premier Nurses and Midwifery Training College, 37 Military Nursing Training College, KAFF University, Narh-Bita School of Nursing, and the University of Ghana School of Nursing.
At the end of the zonal rounds, UENR emerged as the winner in the Northern Zone with 71 points, KNUST led the Middle Zone with 56 points, and the University of Ghana topped the Southern Zone with 58 points. These three institutions advanced to the grand finale, which was held on 15th May 2021 at the GRNMA Regional Hostel. The final event was attended by key health sector leaders including the Minister of Health, Hon. Kwaku Agyemang Manu, Chief Director of the Ministry of Health, Mr. Kwabena Boadu Oku-Afari, and the Director for Nursing and Midwifery, Dr. Barnabas Kwame Yeboah. Following an intense contest, KNUST School of Nursing was crowned the overall winner of the inaugural NNMQ.
The quiz competition was not only a celebration of knowledge and talent but also a reflection of the broader goals of the YONM 2021 campaign. The campaign sought to spotlight the critical yet often overlooked contributions of nurses and midwives to healthcare delivery. It aimed to boost productivity, push for professional recognition, and encourage innovation in nursing and midwifery. Furthermore, it provided a national platform to advocate for integrating nursing leadership into policy-making, and for adopting modern technologies to improve healthcare outcomes.
Overall, the NNMQ and YONM 2021 served as powerful reminders of the indispensable role nurses and midwives play in shaping the future of healthcare in Ghana.
COMMUNITY IMPACT: HEALTH SCREENING & BLOOD DONATION
As part of the launch event, RENEF Foundation organized free medical screening and blood donation exercise. Services provided included blood pressure monitoring, urine and kidney testing, and general wellness checks. A total of 75 individuals were screened, with those showing abnormal results referred to specialized hypertensive clinics for further evaluation. Additionally, 50 pints of blood were donated during the exercise. Donors received branded wellness products from Herpaplus, one of the event’s sponsors.
Following the launch, Medical Screening and Blood Donation exercises were held in Accra in collaboration with ridge hospital and Sunyani in collaboration with the regional health directorate and the regional hospital. 70 and 120 people were screened accordingly at both regions with a total blood donation of 52 pints. The public were screened on the following ; blood pressure ,blood sugar, urine analysis BMI ,eye test as well as medical advice and consultation were given.
YEAR OF THE NURSE & MIDWIFE CELEBRATION – YONM 2021
In alignment with the World Health Organization’s declaration of 2020 as the Year of the Nurse and Midwife (YONM)—commemorating the 200th anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the pioneer of modern nursing—the RENEF Foundation partnered with the Ministry of Health, Ghana to roll out a series of impactful activities aimed at celebrating and empowering nurses and midwives across the country.
Launch of the Celebration
The official launch of the Year of the Nurse and Midwife Celebration took place on February 20, 2021, at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi. The event drew a diverse audience including practicing nurses and midwives, student nurses, representatives from the Ministry of Health, NGO personnel, media professionals, and special invited dignitaries.
Notable attendees included:
- Mrs. Georgina Sam, Chief Nursing Officer and Head of Nursing Training Institution
- Dr. Oheneba Owusu-Danso, CEO of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (Keynote Speaker)
- Mrs. Abigail Antwi-Baafi, Executive Director of RENEF Foundation
- Media representatives from Citi News, Hello FM, and TV3
In his keynote address, Dr. Owusu-Danso highlighted the critical and often underappreciated role nurses play in strengthening health systems, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mrs. Georgina Sam emphasized the importance of upholding the legacy and professional standards established by Florence Nightingale.
The YONM 2021 campaign aimed to highlight the often-underappreciated contributions of nurses and midwives to healthcare delivery. The initiative sought to:
Increase productivity within the profession, Advocate for greater professional recognition, Promote innovation in nursing and midwifery practices, Serve as a platform for national dialogue on healthcare policy, Encourage the adoption of new technologies and frameworks and Prioritize nursing and midwifery in national health agendas
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