People Behind Newborn Health
Pregnancy Complications
Infant- and Family-Centered Developmental Care
Respiratory Infections
Neonatal Eye Health
Hygiene
Rare Diseases
Dr. Eleni Vavouraki from Ilitominon, a parent and patient organization in Greece, advocates for equitable care and opportunities for newborns and their families, regardless of their circumstances. She emphasizes the importance of addressing healthcare inequalities and ensuring that resources reach those who need them most.
As part of Faces of GFCNI, Eleni shares her perspective on the value of international solidarity and how empowering parents, building partnerships, and engaging with policymakers can help advance equitable newborn care.
Eleni discusses the role of global organizations in highlighting inequalities in maternal and newborn care. She explains how bringing together different perspectives, fostering solidarity, and strengthening international partnerships can help direct attention, resources, and efforts toward communities with the greatest needs.
Eleni shares her vision of a world where every child has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of gestational age, country of birth, or social background. She highlights how parent empowerment, collaboration with scientific and patient organizations, and collective advocacy can help turn this vision into meaningful changes in health policy.
Discover other members of our global network and learn about their experiences and perspectives on improving newborn health around the world.
GFCNI is the first global organization and network to unite patients, families, healthcare professionals, medical staff, and scientists from different disciplines, fields, and countries – all with the joint goal of advancing the health and quality of care for newborns and their families across the globe.
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