About Extended Hands

Built from compassion. Growing through evidence and action.

Extended Hands Foundation was established to improve the lives of women and girls through practical support, advocacy and social change.

Extended Hands Foundation with healthcare professionals
Our Story

From fistula care to a wider platform for dignity.

Our earliest work was shaped by women living with obstetric fistula and limited access to maternal healthcare. That experience continues to influence how we listen, act and build partnerships today.

Vision

An Africa where every woman and girl can live healthy, safe, empowered and able to shape her future.

Mission

To improve the lives of women and girls through health, protection, economic opportunity and storytelling for social change.

Values

Dignity. Integrity. Evidence. Collaboration. Service. Accountability. Excellence.

Stephanie Linus
“Every woman deserves the opportunity to live healthy, safe, empowered and heard. Extended Hands exists to help turn that conviction into practical action.”
Stephanie Linus · Founder
Foundation outreach
Women at a health interventionHealthcare team

Our next chapter is about strengthening evidence, building partnerships and creating solutions capable of lasting beyond any single project.

Extended Hands Foundation