Stay up to date with MIHERC’s current work.
- Details of ongoing studies and project aims, and methodologies.
- Current initiatives working directly with communities.
Birthing at Burning Places: An ethnographic exploration of intersections among climate-linked risks, maternal nutritional health, and cultural practices in Sindh Pakistan.
Sheffield Hallam University researchers, led by Dr. Sadiq Bhanbhro with mentoring support from Professor Hora Soltani, will study the impact of climate change and culture on maternal health in Pakistan. Funded by Wellcome, the project builds on previous GCRF-funded work.
The Birthing at Burning Places project will examine how extreme weather affects maternal health, nutrition, and healthcare access, exploring gender, social class, and cultural influences in climate-affected areas.
Collaborating with Dr. Zahid Memon (Aga Khan University) and Professor Lubna Naz (IBA Karachi), the team aims to develop sustainable, community-based interventions to improve maternal and infant health. The two-year study begins in February 2025.
Moving Mums Initiative
The Moving Mums Initiative promotes healthier pregnancies by raising awareness of physical activity and tackling health inequalities. Led by the Active Pregnancy Foundation, Sheffield Hallam University, and local partners, this six-month project focused on: Scoping (identifying barriers), Upskilling (training 29 healthcare and 12 fitness professionals), and Embedding Resources (mapping and promoting local activities). By enhancing professional training and access to physical activity, the initiative supports maternal and infant health. Find the full report here.
Working within our communities
We have worked hard to establish community networks.