Impact Report
June 10, 2022
AKYS '22 - Foundation Program Launch
The inaugural AKYS program establishing our methodology and community partnerships, focusing on Lagos communities with comprehensive baseline data collection.
800
Participants
650
Tests
78
Cases Found
75%
Follow-up
12.0%
Detection Rate
Exceptional Screening Success
800
Total Participants
Across 3 communities
650
Tests Conducted
200 tests/day average
78
Cases Detected
12.0% detection rate
75%
Follow-up Rate
Improved health outcomes
Program Analytics
Data-Driven Impact
Visual representation of our comprehensive screening program across Kwara State communities
Community Reach
Participants across Kwara State communities
Detection Success
Positive cases detected per community
Age Distribution
Targeting children and young people
6 months - 5 years
200
20%
6-12 years
250
25%
13-18 years
300
30%
19+ years
250
25%
Gender Distribution
Balanced community participation
Female
520
52%
Male
480
48%
3-Day Program Progress
Daily testing activities across communities
Day 1 - Ijagbo
215
tests completed
Day 2 - Ipee
200
tests completed
Day 3 - Esie
185
tests completed
Program Gallery
Moments of Impact
Capturing the essence of our 3-day awareness program across Ijagbo, Ipee, and Esie communities
Comprehensive Report
Detailed analysis and findings from AKYS '25
AKYS '22 - Foundation Program Launch
Executive Summary
The AKYS '22 program marked the beginning of our systematic approach to sickle cell disease screening in Nigeria. This foundational initiative established the methodologies, partnerships, and data collection frameworks that continue to guide our work today.
Program Highlights
- 800 participants in our inaugural program
- 650 comprehensive tests conducted
- 78 positive cases detected (12% detection rate)
- Foundation partnerships established
- Baseline data collection system developed
## Establishing Our Foundation
### Community Partnership Model
- Developed sustainable community engagement framework
- Established trust-building protocols
- Created feedback and improvement systems
- Built local leadership networks
### Baseline Data Collection
- Comprehensive demographic analysis
- Health outcome tracking systems
- Follow-up protocol development
- Impact measurement frameworks
## Learning and Growth
### Key Learnings
- Community trust is essential for program success
- Local partnerships drive sustainable impact
- Comprehensive follow-up improves health outcomes
- Data-driven approaches enhance program effectiveness
### Foundation for Future
This program established the core principles and practices that have enabled our continued growth and impact across Nigeria.
## Legacy Impact
The methodologies and partnerships established in AKYS '22 continue to inform our approach, demonstrating the value of careful foundation-building in healthcare initiatives.
The AKYS '22 program marked the beginning of our systematic approach to sickle cell disease screening in Nigeria. This foundational initiative established the methodologies, partnerships, and data collection frameworks that continue to guide our work today.
Program Highlights
- 800 participants in our inaugural program
- 650 comprehensive tests conducted
- 78 positive cases detected (12% detection rate)
- Foundation partnerships established
- Baseline data collection system developed
## Establishing Our Foundation
### Community Partnership Model
- Developed sustainable community engagement framework
- Established trust-building protocols
- Created feedback and improvement systems
- Built local leadership networks
### Baseline Data Collection
- Comprehensive demographic analysis
- Health outcome tracking systems
- Follow-up protocol development
- Impact measurement frameworks
## Learning and Growth
### Key Learnings
- Community trust is essential for program success
- Local partnerships drive sustainable impact
- Comprehensive follow-up improves health outcomes
- Data-driven approaches enhance program effectiveness
### Foundation for Future
This program established the core principles and practices that have enabled our continued growth and impact across Nigeria.
## Legacy Impact
The methodologies and partnerships established in AKYS '22 continue to inform our approach, demonstrating the value of careful foundation-building in healthcare initiatives.
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