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News & commentary about the global health workforce

Three Steps NGO Leaders Can Take toward a Future of Inclusive, Locally Led Development

Lessons in localization with global health CEOs Maqsoda Maqsodi and Pape Gaye.

In Eastern Uganda, One District’s COVID-19 Vaccination Preparedness and Response Strategies Exceeded Expectations

The Bududa District used several approaches to improve vaccine uptake in the region—and saw great success.

A New Partnership Strengthens HIV Services in South Sudan

And provides more opportunities for this local organization to thrive.

Want to Transform a Population's Health?

First find out where care happens.

Is a Cure for HIV Finally within Reach?

With help from health workers, we may be closer than we’ve ever been before.

IntraHealth Stands for Reproductive Health and Rights

Everyone everywhere deserves access to the health services they need to thrive—including safe abortion.

I'm a Health Worker—Here's Why Advocacy Is Important to Me

Curiosity and passion drove me to become a physician. Then I realized I needed to learn how to be an advocate too.

Early Intervention Among Women Getting Cesareans in Rwanda Is Saving Lives

Cesarean deliveries have become increasingly safe in Rwanda thanks to the efforts of the government and its partners to train and prepare health providers to perform these surgeries.

Proactive Partnership: Nurse Leaders and Community Health Volunteers Work Together to Increase Family Planning Use in Kenya

What happens to women’s access to family planning when you partner nurse leaders with community health workers?