The “ISA Memorial Service” is prominently featured in the 2024 Report of the United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN-IGME), marking a significant recognition of the efforts surrounding child mortality and stillbirth prevention. This inclusion highlights the commitment of the South African Memorial Service to addressing global health challenges, particularly in areas related to child survival and maternal health.
The report outlines key findings, trends, and actions required to reduce child mortality, and the ISA Memorial Service serves as a case study of effective initiatives contributing to these global goals. Through its work, the service has been instrumental in promoting awareness and policy dialogue surrounding stillbirths, which remains a significant issue worldwide.
This recognition reflects the international community’s acknowledgment of the importance of memorial services in not only providing emotional support to affected families but also in influencing broader public health strategies aimed at reducing child mortality rates.