Author: financingalliance

“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