Since our establishment in 2009, HERA has remained committed to advancing Rights, Empowerment, Advancement, Care, and Health (REACH) through programs and partnerships that improve the lives of women, children, adolescents, youth, men, and their families. Our mission is to save and transform lives, while our vision is a world where all people are empowered to live their dreams.
Over the years, we have worked alongside communities, national and county governments, academic institutions, development partners, and donors to address some of the most pressing health and development challenges facing our society. Through research, innovation, health systems strengthening, and community-driven interventions, we continue to generate evidence, build local capacity, and promote sustainable solutions that improve health outcomes and well-being.
At HERA, we believe that meaningful change is achieved through collaboration, inclusivity, and local ownership. We are committed to ensuring that no one is left behind and that every individual has the opportunity to live a healthy, productive, and fulfilling life.
We are grateful to our partners, supporters, and the communities we serve for their trust and collaboration. As we continue to grow and expand our impact, we invite you to join us in advancing health, empowerment, and sustainable development across Kenya and beyond.
Thank you for visiting our website and for your interest in our work.
Dr. Mildred Mudany, PhD
Executive Director
Help REACH Africa (HERA)
Mission
To save, improve, and transform lives of mothers, children, youth, and their families.
Vision
A world where all people are empowered to live their dreams.
Core Values (PIRET)
Passion – We are driven by a deep commitment to improving lives and creating sustainable impact in the communities we serve.
Integrity – We uphold honesty, accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct in all our actions and partnerships.
Respect – We value diversity, dignity, inclusion, and the voices of the communities and stakeholders we work with.
Excellence – We strive for quality, innovation, professionalism, and evidence-based approaches in all our programs and services.
Teamwork – We believe in collaboration, partnership, and collective action to achieve lasting and meaningful change.
Strategic Focus Areas
Flagship Programs
Uzazi Salama (Group Antenatal Care)
Project Title – Improving Maternal and Newborn Health Outcomes through Group Antenatal Care in Siaya County.
Donor –TIBA Foundation
Partners – Siaya County Government, Ministry of Health
Period – 2024 – Present
Uzazi Salama is a maternal health program that strengthens the delivery of Group Antenatal Care (G-ANC) services in Siaya County. The project supports healthcare providers, improves the quality of antenatal care, promotes peer learning among pregnant women, and contributes to better maternal and newborn health outcomes.
Huduma Mtaani
Project Title – Increasing Access to HIV Services Among key populations in Kenya.
Donor – Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF)
Partner – HOYMAS, Ministry of Health, Nairobi County Government, Kajiado County Government
Period – January 2024 – December 2025
Huduma Mtaani aims to improve access to stigma-free, high-quality HIV prevention and treatment services for key populations. The project strengthens healthcare provider capacity, improves facility readiness, and promotes inclusive health services through partnerships with county governments and community organizations.
Afya na Mazingira
Project Title – Exploring How Climate Change Impacts HIV Prevention and Care Outcomes Among Vulnerable Men in Kenya.
Donor – Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Partners – University of Toronto, HOYMAS
Period – September 2024 – December 2027
Afya na Mazingira examines the relationship between extreme weather events, climate vulnerability, and HIV prevention outcomes among vulnerable men in Kenya. The study seeks to generate evidence that informs climate-responsive public health interventions.
Our Impact
For over 15 years, Help REACH Africa (HERA) has worked with communities, governments, academic institutions, and development partners to improve health outcomes, strengthen systems, and generate evidence that informs policy and practice across Kenya.
Impact Highlights
15+ Years – Driving community-centered health and development solutions.
7+ Counties –Reached through programs, research, and technical assistance.
8+ Major Projects – Successfully implemented in maternal health, HIV prevention, health systems strengthening, and research.
Global Partnerships – Collaborating with leading universities, donors, and development organizations.
Healthcare Workforce Capacity Building – Training healthcare providers, community health assistants, and community health promoters to improve service delivery.
Evidence for Action – Generating research findings that inform programs, policies, and healthcare interventions.
Join Us in Creating Healthier Communities
HERA seeks to partner with interested organizations to implement program activities where strategic synergies exist. We have the capacity to support initiatives in Maternal Health, Adolescent Health, Non-Communicable Diseases, Family Planning, PMTCT, Monitoring & Evaluation, Research, Training, and Health Systems Strengthening.
Strengthening Maternal Health Through Group Antenatal Care in Siaya County
Creating Safer and More Inclusive Health Services Through Huduma Mtaani
Digital Innovation for HIV Prevention — Lessons from Jenga Beshte
