Each year Bangalow Byron Bay Uniting Church fundraises for the Catherine Hamlin Fistula Foundation with an annual Soup Lunch Fundraiser and through other donations.

This foundation funds Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia, a world-class centre of excellence for treating obstetric fistulas and training doctors to specialise in this surgery.

Founded by Dr Catherine Hamlin, Catherine Hamlin Fistula Foundation is an independent charity established to raise funds and awareness for Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia to eradicate obstetric fistula, and support partnership development.  The vision of the foundation is to support her mission to eradicate fistula. Forever.

While the eradication of fistula in Ethiopia once seemed impossible, it is becoming a reality. This progress is thanks to a growing movement of generous supporters who are determined to make Catherine’s vision come true.  

Rehabilitation services such as physiotherapy, counselling and skills training are available to assist patients regain their self-esteem, find meaningful employment and reintegrate to village life.

You can find out more about the Catherine Hamlin Fistula Foundation by visiting their website.