Project Brief
In partnership with New Hope Leprosy Trust India, Games 4 Good is on a mission to see people across 35 in Muniguda villages receive the healthcare they need.
Location: India
Funds Needed: $5,000
The Need
The project’s mission is to deliver consistent healthcare to the most vulnerable members of 35 Kondh Dongria villages near the New Hope Community Centre in Muniguda, Odisha, India. These tribal communities, which include Kondh Dongria Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes, live in rugged, forested regions and rely on traditional hunting and gathering for survival. Their geographic isolation and marginalization in India’s caste system create significant barriers to healthcare, resulting in high rates of preventable illnesses and maternal and infant mortality. Limited access to healthcare services, exacerbated by poor infrastructure and minimal nutritional resources, continues to put these communities at risk, especially women and children.
The Solution
New Hope India’s health check project focuses on alleviating these challenges through proactive healthcare measures. The initiative includes gathering critical health data, identifying pregnant women, and educating them on the use of safe delivery kits and the importance of anti-tetanus vaccinations. Establishing a reporting center at the Kondh Dongria Tribal Centre will enable Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) to connect with New Hope nurses every Wednesday during Market Day. This setup ensures consistent communication and medical oversight in villages that are otherwise uncared for. The success of New Hope’s work is already evident in the significant reduction of the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR), which has fallen from 245 to approximately 90 per 1,000 live births due to New Hope’s sustained efforts. Funding for another year is necessary to build on these gains and continue the decrease in mortality rates.
The Opportunity
With an investment of $5,000, New Hope India can continue to provide critical health services to the Kondh Dongria villages, supporting nearly 600 individuals annually. This funding will ensure that the connection between TBAs and medical staff remains robust, help maintain regular healthcare assessments, and promote practices that reduce preventable illnesses and improve maternal and child health outcomes. Sustained support will allow these marginalized communities to experience better health and a stronger quality of life.
