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Esan United Sisters International

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Geographical Location

Aims

  • improve infant mortality rate in Esan, Nigeria
  • promote the rich and unique Esan culture to our children and those from other cultures in the United Kingdom
  • provide financial, and emotional support to vulnerable children, mothers and elderly people in the Esan
  • Support education for orphan girl child
  • promote unity, friendship and solidarity among the Esan women in the United Kingdom

Training

The organisation has embarked on training its members in various projects and activities, including safeguarding, domestic violence, signposting, child protection, breast cancer awareness, and diversity bullying.
In addition, Esan United Sisters youths in the UK have also been engaged in several projects such as cooking, traditional dancing, and drama. These activities were showcased and are aimed at promoting and developing their knowledge and understanding of the Esan heritage.
Funding for these projects was provided by Awards for All and HCVS.

Charity

Nigeria’s population is ageing rapidly. The combination of increasing longevity and the accompanying change in young caregivers’ perception of old age and the aged negatively impacts care and support for the elderly. Yet, there is little or no scholarly work in Nigeria to determine how the perception of old age affects elderly care and support.
Poverty among the elderly and widows in Nigeria is one of the most pervasive and yet least recognised social problems. The cultural belief that it is the responsibility of extended family members to cater to their needs significantly contributes to their neglect. Consequently, there is no formal established welfare program in place to fill this gap.
Drawing on data from In-Depth Interviews (IDIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), the study investigates the impact of poverty on elderly people and their coping mechanisms in selected rural communities across Nigeria’s political zones. The results indicate that factors such as spousal loss, poor health, lack of property inheritance, the present socio-economic climate, illiteracy, and low levels of occupation and income contribute greatly to the poverty status of elderly and widows in rural Nigeria.
As you are aware, the healthcare system in Nigeria leaves a lot to be desired. The situation is more deplorable in rural areas such as Esan. In recent years, Nigeria has experienced a worsening of child mortality. The infant mortality rate (per 1,000 live births) in Nigeria was last measured at 69.40 in 2015.
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Our Core Value

Empowering Women

Join our community to be a part of a powerful force that uplifts and supports women.

Building A Community

We believe in the strength of the community and strive to bring people together.

Connecting Globaly

Our community is not limited by geographical boundaries. Join our network and connect with women all over the world.

About Us

Esan United Sisters International (EUSI) is a UK-based and Nigeria-registered NGO organisation dedicated to promoting and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Esanland community from Nigeria. 
EUSI was founded on 23 November 1992, and since then, owing to the assistance of members and volunteers from the United Kingdom and Nigeria, we have had a significant impact on the lives of people in Esanland.
We engage in charitable works in Esanland, Edo State, Nigeria, including healthcare assistance, and education support. We’re currently constructing an Elderly Day Centre at Uromi to accommodate medical check-up facilities and socialising activities for the elderly in the community.
The core of our work lies in the continuous passion and dedication we bring to the projects we participate in and propose to do. Please join us by supporting our efforts to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. 
 
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