On Tuesday noon (20), the Ministry of Health received a donation of 56,000 safety and protective gloves (latex rubber with powder). This action was taken by the Adventist Development and Assistance Agency (ADRA) in partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Brazil.
“It is Individual Protective Equipment (PPE) of primary use in all forms of assistance which, with the epidemic, has led to a significant increase in consumption. Obtaining enterprise support enhances quality in service delivery.”Rogería Romanholo, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health Logistics
The handover took place at Núcleo da Adra, in Samambaia, and counted with the participation of the Head of the Sub-Secretariat for Logistics in Health, Rogería Romanholo, and the Regional Director of Adra DF / GO, Jeconias Vieira Lopes Neto, as well as the Youth Secretary, Kids Rocha. “It is Individual Protective Equipment (PPE) of primary use in all forms of assistance which, with the pandemic, has led to a significant increase in consumption. With this, any donation is always welcome, bearing in mind that the difficulties in acquisitions are global.” The Under Secretary emphasized Supporting institutions enhances the quality of service delivery.
Youth Minister Kidson Rocha highlights the joint initiatives that have emerged especially in the pandemic scenario. He said, “I understand that we, as a government in the Federal District, must join forces to confront the epidemic, and for this reason, Sajouf is available to help at this moment.” “We made our youth aware by advising them to wear a mask and alcohol gel and not to be crowded. In addition, we have partners like Adra, who came to us willing to donate,” added Kidson Rocha.
Public network
All materials received will be sent to the technical area of the Secretariat for analysis, and then sent for use on the public network.
Jeconias Vieira explains that Adra is a partner in several US embassy projects, through the United States Agency for International Development (Usaid), which has proposed allocating resources to purchase inputs to combat covid-19. According to the regional director of Adra, this measure is important because it strengthens the work of the Health Department, as he believes, “We need a movement of love and solidarity at this very difficult time for all of us.”
Adra has provided support to the Brazilian population in its most diverse regions, through assistance with basic food baskets, hygiene items and psychosocial care. “In addition, our digital platforms are promoting coronavirus care and protection campaigns,” explains Gikonias.
How to donate
Provided the Health Secretariat Inform me To explain to those interested in donating inputs how to do the right job for the portfolio. First, they should send an email to [email protected]. The proposal will be analyzed, and after confirmation, interested parties must send a donation letter with product specifications.
* With information from the Health Department
