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After seven years of dedicated work in the Northern Cape town of Britstown, a chapter in community health and eduction has come to a close \u2013 leaving behind knowledge and a generation of mothers committed to healthier futures for their children.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps the most encouraging milestone came recently when baby clinic data confirmed that none of the infants born to programme participants had been diagnosed with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder<\/a> (FASD).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This remarkable outcome highlights the effectiveness of sustained prevention, education and maternal support within the community.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since 2019, the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research<\/a> (FARR), under the leadership of Dr Leana Olivier and her locally based team, has worked closely with the Britstown community through a comprehensive programme focused on preventing FASD, supporting maternal health and strengthening the wellbeing of children and families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative, made possible through the support of De Aar Solar Power<\/a>, has reached hundreds of community members across the broader community, through workshops, screenings, school programmes and direct engagement with families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Supporting the wellbeing of the communities around our project is a responsibility we take seriously,” said Willie van Niekerk, general manager of De Aar Solar Power. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

‘Decided to look after my children sober’<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The programme started off as an awareness campaign, but over time it evolved into something far more meaningful: a trusted support system for mothers, caregivers and families navigating the challenges of pregnancy, parenting and community health.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the programme beneficiary mothers reflected on her journey: “After the first nine months, I decided to give up alcohol completely and look after my children sober. All I want is to be a good mother for my children. I don’t have to be the best mother ever, but I want to share my love with them.”\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: <\/strong>Alcohol abuse contributes to Northern Cape crime; yet alcohol research foundation closes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another participant shared the relief and hope she felt after medical screening confirmed her baby’s healthy development, saying she now dreams of seeing her child grow up, attend school and pursue her own future.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Community members, healthcare workers, educators and local leaders recently gathered in Britstown to mark the conclusion of the programme and the closing of the FARR’s local office, which officially took place on 31 March. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event celebrated not only the achievements of the past seven years, but also the resilience of the mothers and families who participated in the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> <\/strong>Community-driven reading initiative boosts young learners\u2019 skills<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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