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News & commentary about the global health workforce

Community Health Workers Making a Difference for Pediatric HIV Clients in South Sudan

In South Sudan, community outreach volunteers (COVs) like Lawrence Monday play a key role in the HIV response—linking health facilities and communities to extend services and acting as peers to people...

Big Milestones for Me and All Community Health Workers in Kenya

Last week USAID’s assistant administrator for Global Health visited and Kenya’s president announced a new commitment.

Female Community Health Workers Can Unlock Health For All

Let’s give them platforms to share their recommendations and pay them fairly.

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?