by Mikaela Robertson | May 12, 2026 | News and Articles
The near completion of Sonic Kworo Hospital marks a significant milestone for the Barbara May Foundation with the establishment of our first partner hospital in Uganda. In northern Uganda’s Pader District, community members and officials recently gathered outside the...
by Mikaela Robertson | Apr 8, 2026 | News and Articles
We are excited to share we have a new position for a Senior Philanthropy Manager. View details about this opportunity and apply here. Applications close 8 May 2026. Position Description Senior Philanthropy Manager Sydney-based, Work from Home Part time...
by Mikaela Robertson | Mar 19, 2026 | Stories
Eliza’s Story As a young woman, Eliza worked in a tea shop in a northern area of South Sudan near the Nile. It was there she met and fell in love with a fisherman. They were soon married, despite financial challenges, and began building a life together....
by Mikaela Robertson | Mar 11, 2026 | News and Articles
Read below to hear more about our wonderful ambassador Kareena Shaw’s story – from nurse in Australia, to life-saving volunteer midwife in Africa. This article originally appeared in the Saturday Telegraph on 7 March 2026. Read online version here: Daily...
by Mikaela Robertson | Mar 2, 2026 | Stories
Meet Mohammad, known locally as the ‘mother’s doctor’ for his care saving lives during labour. But it wasn’t always this way. Traditionally, in nomadic Afar communities, only females can help a mother during pregnancy and childbirth. It is extremely taboo for a male...
