About LOCOH International
Growing by helping others
A Nigerian public health social enterprise dedicated to advancing health and economic empowerment
About LOCOH International
Local Communities Health Helpers (LOCOH) International is a Nigerian public health social enterprise. It is an innovative empowering entrepreneurship organisation with a mandate to advance the health and economic empowerment of individuals, families and communities most in need across Nigeria and even beyond. It is the brainchild of Dr. Suakor Iorun who is a medical practitioner for over 5 years and an entrepreneur for over a decade in Nigeria.
Our Vision
LOCOH envisions an inclusive Nigeria that respects, fulfills and advances the health of individuals, families and communities most in need by ensuring they are adequately empowered to protect themselves against poverty, underdevelopment, and the spread of diseases.
Our Mission
LOCOH is determined to strengthen advocacy and community systems towards effective personal, family, and community health and development and responses particularly among indigent groups in Nigeria through information, education, capacity building, care, and support.
Core Values
Honesty
Foundation of our organizational culture and operations
Integrity
Foundation of our organizational culture and operations
Transparency
Foundation of our organizational culture and operations
Accountability
Foundation of our organizational culture and operations
Passion
Foundation of our organizational culture and operations
Empathy
Foundation of our organizational culture and operations
Our Aims and Objectives
- 1
To become a leading vendor in brand promotion services through the organisation's website, social media handles and offline platforms.
- 2
To be a leading public health social enterprise in offering accessible and affordable health care services to indigent patients.
- 3
To help girls and youths who are facing financial challenges and don't have sufficient amount to pursue their higher education.
- 4
To empower youths and women most in need with trades and life skills to alleviate poverty and promote health.
Registration & Legal Status
"Once a social enterprise has diverse stable sources of income streams, it is better placed to have greater social impact"
Our Integrated Resource Mobilisation Platforms
Donor-based
Traditional fundraising through donations and grants
Equity-based
Investment partnerships for sustainable growth
Affiliate-based
Partnership networks for mutual benefit
Incentive-based (LOCOH Happybag)
Reward-based fundraising and empowerment platform
Our Major Initiatives
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Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities most in need across Nigeria.