Senegal

AmeriCares has been delivering regular shipments to Senegal through a partnership with the African American Islamic Institute (AAII) since 1998. The primary beneficiary of AmeriCares donations is the AAII-operated Shif'a Al Asqam medical center in Medina-Kaolack, Senegal. This clinic, located in a rural area of the Kaolack Region, serves a population of more than 100,000 and treats an average of 1,000 patients monthly with an emphasis on maternal and child health issues. AAII encourages breast-feeding, pre- and post-natal care, and under-five care, and has "baby-friendly status" with UNICEF. In addition to this clinic, AmeriCares donations are distributed to over 25 public health centers in the country, serving a population of approximately 250,00