UNICEF, LDS Church partner on maternal care in South Asia
August 31, 2026 at 6:02 PM MT · via UNICEF · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

UNICEF and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a collaboration to strengthen maternal and newborn healthcare in South Asia. The partnership will focus on improving healthcare access and outcomes for mothers and infants across the region.
The initiative builds on the Church's ongoing humanitarian work and UNICEF's established healthcare programs in South Asia. Details of the collaboration's scope and funding were released through official UNICEF channels.
The partnership targets regions where maternal and infant mortality rates remain high, aiming to expand access to essential healthcare services.
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