However, the challenge isn’t just in recognizing the value of CHWs – it’s in securing sustainable financing for these essential workers. This is where the real innovation in healthcare transformation happens.
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The Risk of Gender Equality Setbacks in Health Financing As donor funding for health
The transformation of healthcare systems rarely begins in boardrooms or policy papers – it
Article by Dr Thenjiwe Sisimayi Introduction: A Policy Decision with Deep Gendered Consequences The
“We must not forget, however, that over 70% of CHWs are female volunteers and knowing that one-third of African women are exposed to GBV – many CHWs are vulnerable themselves. This is made more challenging by the fact that voluntary work tends to attract more women because of cultural and social expectations, and they are left unpaid, unsupported, and vulnerable. This emphasizes the urgent need to invest in CHWs for better job security, equity, and dignity, which in turn will lift communities, improve health outcomes, contribute to economic growth, and help address GBV. ” – Dorothy Mwengei, Health Financing Technical Advisor, Financing Alliance for Health
As we embark on 2025, the Financing Alliance for Health (FAH) finds itself at
By Dr Thenjiwe Sisimayi and Dr Joseph Chiluba In the month of December, Zambia’s
(Originally published by LGT Venture Philanthropy) LGT Venture Philanthropy Foundation (LGT VP) is pleased
Press Release Financing Alliance for Health (FAH), has recently announced the launch of an
partners with African governments to enhance community health financing processes. Our country engagement work involves collaborating with local stakeholders to understand costs, explore alternative financing mechanisms such as taxation, insurance, and partner support, and implement sustainable health financing strategies.
