 
Contact Address:
The Gambia Epilepsy Association
Banjul area Head office
No. 5 Dippa Dukureh Road
London Corner
PO Box 2230, Serrekunda
Kanifing Municipality
The Gambia, West Africa
Tel no: +220 9949034 / 9955418 / 8901740
Email:
gambiaepilepsy@yahoo.co.uk
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Information:
The Gambia Epilepsy Association (GEA) was registered
with the Ministry of Justice on the 8th of December,
2003, as a non-profit, non-governmental organisation.
The GEA's mandate is to aim for the betterment of the
quality of life for people with epilepsy in Gambia as
well as their carers such as parents and spouses. The
association also aims to dispel some of the traditional
African superstitions associated with people with affliction
through public education campaigns.
The association currently has over 400 members which
includes around 8 volunteers who receive no remuneration.
Objectives & Functions:
• Equal Opportunities
The association campaigns and lobbies on behalf of sufferers
of epilepsy for their advancement and equal treatment
in the areas of education,
employment and community rights. To this end the body
will regularly communicate with the Office of the Ombudsman
in Cape Point, Bakau, to investigate and if necessary
deal with issues of discrimination and ensure that their
job, school & civic rights are given due protection
under the law. Workshops are also held inviting employers
to learn more about the what epilepsy actually entails.
• Self-sufficiency
The Gambia Epilepsy Association runs a vocational
training program in which people are taught different
practical working skills such as growing garden
vegetables, sewing and machine tailoring and healthy
food practices.
Each student is evaluated a couple of times a month
to gauge their level of competence and knowledge. At
the end of their courses individuals should have the
capacity to earn a livelihood
from their newly learnt skills.
• Medication Supervision
The association checks and makes sure that each person's
prescribed medicines are taken in accordance with their
doctor's instructions.
• Counseling
& Advice
These services are provided for all members and their
families.
Directions:
From the Serrekunda Market northwards turn left at London
Corner where you will find the charity.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 9am to 4pm
Friday: 9am to 12.30pm |
