Woman Crush Wednesday: Meet Dr. Maureen Okango – Healing Women, One Surgery at a Time.

In exactly one month, on May 23rd 2025, the world will mark the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula (IDEOF), a day to raise awareness, drive action, and honor the journey of women affected by fistula.

As we count down to IDEOF, we pause to reflect on the quiet forces behind our progress. Real change doesn’t happen overnight ,it’s built by those who show up, again and again, often without applause.

This month, we shine a light on our Hummingbirds, the health providers, partners, and WADADIA allies who carry hope in both small and big ways. They are the silent heroes of this movement, reminding us that no act of service is ever too small when it comes to restoring dignity and hope.

This season and in the next couple of weeks we will be highlighting our hummingbirds.

Meet Dr. Maureen Okango our #WCW and a Fistula Surgeon Restoring Dignity One Woman at a Time

The compassionate young woman is an obstetrician-gynecologist and a hero in the fistula world. At WADADIA-Habibat Mother and Child Holistic Health And Training Hospital, Dr. Maureen Okango helps women heal from traumatic childbirth injuries and reclaim their dignity.

Our Founder Habiba C N Mohamed inspired her to enter the fistula space, and now she’s a beacon of hope.

With our next surgical camp approaching, women are already booking in, and we urgently need YOUR support.

Financial Support: Your donation brings us closer to our goal of healing and restoring the dignity of 300 women by the end of 2025.

Here’s how your contribution can help:

$650 – Covers the full cost of surgery for one woman

$300 – Pays for the professional fees of the theatre team

$150 – Covers essential theatre supplies

Donate:https://wadadia-nonprofits.org/donate/

Other ways to help:

Donate In-Kind

Volunteer Your Services

Become a Partner- Start a fundraiser or give monthly

Join hands with Dr. Maureen and WADADIA. Let’s heal, empower, and restore HER dignity.