In the town of Gnonsombougou in Mali, many women still struggle to find the care they need. But when MSI Mali visits, everything changes. Women feel seen. They feel supported. They feel safe.
Salimata, a 38 year old midwife and mother of six, has worked with MSI since 2012. She has watched her community slowly open its heart to family planning and post abortion care.
“I got to know MSI through my work as a midwife. We connected in 2012, and I have been with them ever since. Our work together has helped reduce infant deaths and even hunger.”
When MSI teams prepare to visit, the whole town feels it.
“As soon as MSI tells us they are coming, we spread the word everywhere. We tell women that if they want family planning, MSI will be here on a certain day. Some women ask us when the team is coming even before we make an announcement. Others take our phone numbers so they can call and make sure they do not miss the visit.”
Women wait with hope because they trust MSI. For many, these visits are the only time they can ask questions without fear or shame.
Salimata has seen how family planning changes families. She shares her message with honesty and love.
“My message to the women and men of Gnonsombougou is that we must support each other. Family planning is important. It helps space children so parents can care for them. It makes life easier. It also helps families manage their money. That is one of the biggest benefits.”
Her words show the heart of MSI’s work. Family planning protects health. It brings stability. It gives families room to breathe and plan for the future.
And this hope is possible because supporters like you make sure MSI teams can visit towns Gnonsombougou and work with passionate midwives like Salimata to care for their communities.
