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When showing fear seems to become a luxury
We have now completed another two intensive weeks in Sanya Juu at the Charlotte Hospital in Tanzania. We now know this place well, and we love it – as well as the people who live here. The sisters show us anew each day what it means to act with unwavering compassion and love, and to be there for all who need medical help, even under the most humble circumstances. We travel with a group of doctors assembled by Father Bennett, who work within his organization Medical Mission Ne

Dr. Bettina von Seefried
Feb 123 min read


Great to be back!
Back at Charlotte Hospital in Sanya Juu with Medical Mission Network. Back to a place where everything revolves around what matters most. A bed. A newborn. A mother. A midwife who knows what to do. Upon our return, it quickly becomes clear: no grand pronouncements are needed. The work here speaks for itself. Every day, children are born, women are cared for, decisions are made – often under conditions that are almost unimaginable in Europe, yet are everyday occurrences here

Felix Bucher
Jan 271 min read
Brave Foundation
Today I would like to introduce a foundation that has impressed me: the Brave Foundation . It supports women who have to make a new start – and gives them not only support, but also dignity and hope. The Brave Foundation Zurich was founded by Barbara Huli – a woman who survived a femicide attempt along with her child. From this profound personal experience arose a vision: to create a safe space where women and children can find not only protection, but also healing, educat

Felix Bucher
Nov 2, 20251 min read
Gyn-Help receives international award
We are delighted: Gyn-Help has been named “Most Empowering Women's Health Organisation” by Acquisition International at the 2025...

Felix Bucher
Jul 15, 20251 min read


Girls Interrupted
Exhibition & panel discussion on October 11, 2025 An evening for visibility, dialogue, and connection. When young women become mothers, a...

Felix Bucher
Jul 10, 20251 min read


“Teen Mothers” – An exhibition about early motherhood, vulnerability and strength
In October 2025, we will launch a special exhibition entitled “Teen Mothers” – a powerful, visual exploration of a topic that is often...

Felix Bucher
Apr 14, 20252 min read


First Days in Tanzania
We have been in Tanzania for a few days now. After my first stop at Charlotte Hospital, I travelled further south into the country - by...

Felix Bucher
Jan 30, 20252 min read


A New Mission in Tanzania Awaits!
This Friday, it’s time to set off again – we’re excited and looking forward to making a meaningful contribution on the ground. Thanks to...

Felix Bucher
Jan 29, 20251 min read


experience report
November 17, 2024 This is my second time working as a gynecologist at Charlotte Hospital in Sanya Juu. The first time was in January...

Dr. Bettina von Seefried
Nov 18, 20243 min read
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