The United Methodist Church has gained recognition as a provider of healthcare services
Three Hospitals – two with operating surgical theaters
Twelve Medical Clinics
Two Nursing Schools
Trained staff of Doctors and Hospital Staff
Support of other mission and governmental healthcare facilities
UMC Spiritual Leadership
Government financial support of staff salaries and benefits
Access to HIV medications
Access to prescription medications and supplies
Direct referral from government clinics and to government hospitals
Strong constituency base
Worldwide, regional and National presence & recognition/respect
Full time health coordinator
All inclusive approach (“People Are People”)
Deeply rooted & strong community based programmes
Volunteers in Mission (VIMs) networks – locally & internationally
Strong programming /community development presence in three districts
Working relationship with churches & other FBOs
Strong research of Africa University (AU) and support from USA (technical & fundraising)
AU also has a lot of African students that can improve regional knowledge and participation
Strong linkages with Methodist, Lutheran & UMC through Theological College in Epworth, Harare, Zimbabwe
Official Ministry of Health district hospital (Chimanimani)
Strong resource base (financial, HR, networks & infrastructure)
Strong donor base (US “Connections” & private donors) as well as from Ministry of Health or Government of Zimbabwe support to hospitals programme of HTF/RBF
Positive influence at all levels
Apolitical
Strong technical knowledge, competencies at policy levels and amongst the decisions makers
