At the heart of the MRH Research Collective (MRHRC) stands Professor Bosede Afolabi, the driving force behind this transformative organization.
As the founder and chairperson, Prof Afolabi’s dedication to ensuring every woman’s right to life before, during, and after pregnancy is the cornerstone of MRHRC’s mission.
With her profound expertise as a Professor and Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Lagos and Lagos University Teaching Hospital, she has become a pillar in the advocacy for equitable healthcare for women, especially in underserved and marginalized communities.
MRHRC delivers impactful programmes that focus on improving access to high-quality, respectful, and equitable healthcare services for women and girls, particularly in low-income communities.
This vision is realized through strategic partnerships with national and local governments, as well as private healthcare providers. The organization’s commitment to preserving the rights of women to receive adequate healthcare, regardless of their socioeconomic background, has made it an influential player in the health sector.
A crucial aspect of MRHRC’s approach is its emphasis on training healthcare workers. By collaborating with various medical, midwifery, nursing, pharmaceutical organizations, and other related bodies, MRHRC works to enhance the quality of medical education.
Through its comprehensive training programmes, MRHRC ensures that healthcare professionals are equipped with the best evidence-based practices and evaluation systems.
The organization integrates this training into both pre-service and in/post-service training programs to create a well-rounded healthcare workforce that is equipped to address the unique needs of women and girls.
In addition to training and education, MRHRC develops advocacy initiatives that focus on strengthening healthcare delivery systems. Through research and policy development, MRHRC aims to create sustainable outcomes that address the gaps in healthcare systems affecting women and girls. By generating and using evidence, MRHRC helps shape policies and practices that ensure better health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
A key aspect of MRHRC’s work is providing health financing support for grassroots interventions. Through innovative finance mechanisms, MRHRC partners with public, private, and development sector players to ensure that women in low-income communities receive the care they need.
These partnerships enable MRHRC to address financial barriers to healthcare access, ensuring that women receive care, regardless of their economic status.
The vision of MRHRC is to conduct research and implement programs that strengthen the health system, ensuring that women and girls in marginalized communities have access to the highest quality of health services. Through these efforts, MRHRC strives to create lasting improvements in healthcare systems that prioritize the needs of women.
The mission of MRHRC revolves around developing and delivering holistic programs that incorporate the voices of women and their communities. By collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders, MRHRC ensures that its programmes are responsive, equitable, and of the highest quality.
The commitment of the organization to generating rigorous evidence helps refine its programmes, ensuring that they meet the evolving needs of the communities it serves.
Under the leadership of Prof Bosede Afolabi, MRHRC continues to be a catalyst for change in the healthcare sector, working tirelessly to ensure that women and girls, particularly those in low-income and marginalized communities, have access to the care and respect they deserve. Through its innovative approach, MRHRC is not only transforming healthcare delivery but is also empowering women to take control of their health, fostering a future where all women can thrive.
