Madagascar Advances Toward UHC Through Financial Empowerment

Madagascar Advances Toward UHC Through Financial Empowerment

An emergency or illness can strike at any time. In Madagascar, the MSH-led USAID ACCESS program is helping families in rural areas manage these unexpected expenses through Savings and Internal Lending Communities (SILC) — groups that provide funding, borrowing, and savings opportunities for community members, including a mutual fund giving members access to free health care services. In this video, hear from a mother who was able to give her daughter the care she needed without having to jeopardize her financial stability all thanks to the SILC group.