The Congenital Heart Disease Foundation of Nigeria (CHDFNigeria) is proud to announce the Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) Awareness Week 2026, taking place from February 7th to 14th, and we are inviting you to join us.
A Week for Every Heart
Congenital Heart Disease is the most common birth defect worldwide and a growing paediatric public health challenge in Nigeria. Yet, awareness, early diagnosis, access to care, and long-term support remain limited for many families. Congenital Heart Disease (CHD Awareness Week is our annual call to action; to educate, advocate, and mobilise support for heart warriors. Throughout the week, we amplify the voices of heart warriors, families, caregivers, and medical professionals while advocating for early diagnosis, accessible care, and stronger support systems for those living with CHD.
Why CHD Awareness Matters
Globally, 1 in 100 live births are affected by CHD. In Nigeria, thousands of children are born with CHD every year. Many remain undiagnosed or receive late care due to limited awareness and resources. This week exists to change that narrative by educating communities, engaging policymakers, and reminding families that they are not alone.
How You Can Get Involved
Everyone has a role to play. You can participate by engaging in our week-long activities – such as attending our virtual events, participating in the Wear Red Day, sharing educational content, volunteering your time, or supporting our advocacy and fundraising initiatives. Whether you are a patient, parent, health worker, carer, or ally, your involvement makes a difference.
Rock Your Scar Campaign
Your Scar Tells a Story. Wear It with Pride.
For many CHD warriors, scars are not symbols of weakness; they are marks of survival, resilience, and courage. The Rock Your Scar Campaign celebrates every journey, every battle fought, and every heart that keeps beating against the odds. It is a celebration of heart warriors’ resilience.
This campaign creates a safe, empowering space for CHD warriors and survivors to share their stories, reclaim their narratives, and inspire others living with congenital heart disease.
Join us. Share your scar. Share your strength.
Call for Art Entries
Art That Speaks for the Hearts
Creativity has the power to heal, educate, and connect. During CHD Week 2026, We invite artists, children, and heart families to express what living with congenital heart disease means to them, through art.
We encourage entries from artist from different field as a way of gifting to the foundation indirectly as well.
Selected artworks will be featured during the heart month as symbols of hope, courage, and advocacy.
Let your art tell a heart story.
Call for Heart Stories
Every Heart Has a Story. Yours Matters.
Behind every CHD diagnosis is a story of strength, of parents, caregivers, survivors, and healthcare workers navigating uncertainty with courage. We invite you to share your CHD journey and help others feel seen, informed, and supported.
Your story could be the hope someone else needs today and the voice that strengthens advocacy.
Share your heart. Inspire change.
Webinars & Educational Sessions
Throughout the week, we host expert-led webinars and conversations focused on CHD awareness, early detection, treatment options, mental health, and family care. These sessions are open to parents, caregivers, young people, and health professionals seeking reliable and practical information.
February 8th – CHD Care Globally: Care Disparities and Opportunities to Close the Gaps
February 9th – CHD in Nigeria: Challenges and Pathways to Sustainable Care Advancement
February 12th – Understanding the Connection Between Congenital Heart Defects and Pulmonary Hypertension
Wear Red Day
Red represents love, strength, and the courage of every heart warrior. On Warrior Wednesday – the 11th of February, we invite individuals, organisations, schools, workplaces, and communities to wear red in solidarity with heart warriors. Take a photo, share your message of support, tag us, and help us flood timelines with hope.
Fundraising for Heart Patients
Many families affected by CHD face overwhelming medical expenses. Our Awareness Week fundraiser supports diagnostic tests, medications, emergency care, and family support services. Every contribution, big or small, helps save lives and restore hope.
CHD Awareness Week is beyond a campaign. It is a movement for equity, compassion, and action. Stand with us as we work towards a Nigeria where every heart warrior has a fighting chance to live a long, healthy and fulfilling life.
Event Starts On: February 7, 2026 10:00 am
Event Ends On: February 14, 2026 5:00 pm
