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The story of four schoolgirls from Bradford who had an idea to combat maternal mortality overseas. This film shows their dream becoming a reality as they travel to Nigeria to meet women who risk their lives through pregnancy and childbirth. … Continue reading →

As soon as we got out of the car in the village Ankpa, we were welcomed in the most delightful way, with people swarming out of the healthcare clinic to greet and show their appreciation for us. Everyone seemed so happy … Continue reading →

Even though I am half Nigerian I have only ever been to the city where things are much better than the places we visited. But visiting Ankpakpa and Ankpa to see where pregnant women and mothers have their check ups was hard. At Ankpakpa, when … Continue reading →

We arrived a village called Ankpa and, as soon as I got out of the car, there seemed to be around about 40 women all coming at me hugging me, greeting me and saying welcome. Yes it was the best welcome … Continue reading →