Emma Wightman
About
Humanitarian Osteopathy in Kenya: working with the indigenous tribes and protecting girls from FGM (female genital mutilation)A talk by Stockbridge Osteopath, Emma Wightman
Emma has recently returned from her 10th humanitarian expedition to Kenya where she works with the Divinity Foundation charity. She joins up with other healthcare professionals to provide free treatment, education and protection for the women and children living in remote locations, extreme poverty, and subjected to FGM, violence and severe health conditions.
Emma will share her experiences of living and working in the bush, the diversity of conditions and patients that she meets, the charity’s rescue home for girls at risk of FGM, and the latest project of building a maternity hospital.
Location
The Village Club
Goodworth Clatford, Andover, SP11 7RE