From April 8–10, 2026, Ensign Global University proudly hosted the Brazza International Foundation’s three-day Maternal and Child Health Conference on its Kpong campus. The event, themed “Life-saving skills for safe, respectful, and quality care for mothers and children,” brought together over 50 nurses, doctors, midwives, and community health workers from across Ghana. The conference focused on equipping frontline healthcare providers with practical skills to improve maternal and child health outcomes. Sessions covered critical topics such as:

Safe and respectful maternal care practices
Emergency management of postpartum hemorrhage and pre-eclampsia
Essential newborn care and resuscitation techniques
Maternal nutrition, infant feeding, and oral health
Vaccine confidence and caregiver communication
Family and community engagement in maternal health

Participants engaged in hands-on demonstrations, team-based simulations, and interactive discussions, and each attendee received a Certificate of Completion documenting their training hours and competencies.

Facilitators addressing questions from participants during a lively discussion on respectful maternity care.

International Collaboration
The conference also highlighted the importance of global partnerships in advancing maternal health. As their website states, the Brazza International Foundation’s mission is to enhance the quality of education and healthcare in under-served communities while also contributing to socioeconomic development with a particular focus on improving the lives of children in Africa. At the recent conference, Brazza was represented by Tobe Abe, MD, a Master of Public Health (MPH) student at Johns Hopkins University. He was joined by fellow MPH students Ailinh Harris and Matt Sakamaki, MD, as well as Johns Hopkins alumna Arianna Alletzhauser. Their participation enriched the dialogue, bringing international perspectives and fostering cross-cultural exchange.

Engaged participants asking insightful questions during an interactive session on emergency obstetric care.

Building Networks for Lasting Impact
Beyond the training sessions, the conference emphasized ongoing collaboration. Plans were announced for peer-learning groups, mentorship networks, and follow-up check-ins to ensure that the skills gained translate into sustainable improvements in maternal care across Ghana. As a leader in maternal and child healthcare initiatives in Ghana, Ensign Global University commends the Brazza International Foundation for its commitment to these causes and celebrates the dedication of international healthcare professionals who continue to safeguard the well-being of mothers and children across the globe.

facilitator responding to questions from participants at the Brazza International Foundation Maternal and Child Health Conference.