About us
Rooted in Karatu, caring for all
Beatrice Women and Children Health Care Foundation is a registered local NGO in Karatu, Arusha Region, committed to quality, affordable and accessible healthcare.
Our story
We operate a 24-hour polyclinic in Karatu, built with support from the Kilimanjaro Dutch Foundation and SoL, offering consultations, laboratory, pharmacy, antenatal and child healthcare.
Beyond our walls, we run outreach programs for families facing geographical and financial barriers — from ultrasound for expectant mothers to child health screenings in remote villages.
Vision
A healthy community in which all women and children have equitable access to quality healthcare and the opportunity to live healthy, productive lives.
Mission
To improve the health and well-being of women, children and underserved communities through accessible healthcare, outreach, education, prevention, early diagnosis and timely treatment.
Commitment
Promoting equitable access, strengthening community-based services and building healthier, more resilient communities.
Our objectives
- 01
Access to essential healthcare
Strengthen maternal, child and general medical care, contributing to household well-being and poverty reduction.
- 02
Reproductive & women’s health
Family planning, STI screening and treatment, and breast and cervical cancer screening in Karatu, Ngorongoro and Mto wa Mbu.
- 03
HIV counselling & testing
Advocate for and expand voluntary counselling and testing (VCT) services.
- 04
Maternal & child health
Antenatal, postnatal and immunization care, and tackling malnutrition in children.
- 05
Prevention, sanitation & hygiene
Hygiene education and affordable, safe water and latrine solutions.