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Netherlands For over 65 years, Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia has provided treatment and support to tens of thousands of women suffering from obstetric fistula.
The Hamlin Model of Care, a world-renowned holistic treatment model, addresses the physical, psychological and emotional effects of fistula, allowing women to reassert their humanity, secure their health and wellbeing, and regain their roles in their families and communities.
These are their stories.
Berknesh’s story
Berknesh gave birth to a daughter but then in her second pregnancy, everything changed.
Meseret’s story
Meseret suffered for nearly 30 years with an obstetric fistula. Then her son said she had suffered enough.
Getu’s story
Getu was identified by one of Hamlin’s Health Development Armies, a key part of Project Zero, an ambitious new program.
Kokebe’s Story
Kokebe laboured for three days at home before being taken to hospital. This was the start of 10 years of shame.
Neela’s story
For almost 40 years, Neela suffered unnecessarily with an advanced stage pelvic organ prolapse (POP).
Tadelech’s story
After 47 years of suffering and isolation, Tadelech finally found treatment for her untreated fistula injury.
Alem’s story
Alem suffered for over 10 years with a devastating obstetric fistula injury. Then she arrived at Hamlin’s Metu Fistula Hospital.
Genet’s story
After enduring an agonising obstructed labour, Genet’s baby was stillborn. Three days later, leaking urine and faeces uncontrollably.