Millions rely on #WomenCHWs for healthcare 👩⚕️ Yet most women Community Health Workers are not in formal sector jobs, they are uncounted, subject to violence and harassment and do not have the salaries, professional skills, supervision, and supplies they need to succeed. This systemic neglect perpetuates gender discrimination, creating a cycle of disadvantage for both the CHWs and the communities they serve. This World Health Worker Week, Women in Global Health calls for gender and economic justice for women Community Health Workers. Read our 7 key asks for the #WHWeek 👉 https://lnkd.in/d7_dtxFh
Women in Global Health
International Affairs
Washington, District of Columbia 51,404 followers
Challenging Power and Privilege For Gender Equity in Health
About us
Women in Global Health (WGH) was founded in 2015 when four women in the health sector met on social media outraged that women are the majority in the sector but hold only a minority of global health leadership roles. Today, we are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with 55 Chapters in 51 countries, and over 6,000 members. We are the largest and loudest women-led movement demanding gender equity in leadership, career opportunities, and pay; safe and decent working conditions; and gender equity in universal health coverage and health emergency preparedness and response. We build alliances and our own movement so women in global health will be heard. We are working towards a world that enables women from all regions to be leaders in global health and catalysts for better health for all.
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http://www.womeningh.org
External link for Women in Global Health
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2015
- Specialties
- Global Health, Gender Equity, Leadership, women, health workforce, health workers, gender equality, health, COVID19, social movement, women's leadership, women in global health, women in health, SDGs, Global Goals, and UHC
Locations
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Primary
Washington, District of Columbia 20001, US
Employees at Women in Global Health
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Lindsay DAVIS
Award-Winning Founder - FemTech Association Asia I UN ESCAP I UNFPA Alliance I Board Advisor I Luxury & Lifestyle I Customer Experience I Loyalty…
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Eva Turk
Healthcare II Sustainability II Humanitarian Aid II Gender equality II Innovation II Culture broker
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Julian Atim
Clinical Development | MedTech Innovation Strategy | Global Health
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April Haberman WHC
CEO & Co-Founder at MiDOViA I Global Women’s Health Advocate l Menstrual & Menopause Health Expert l Women's Health Coach l Strategic…
Updates
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🌍✨ The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is underway! Follow the Women in Global Health delegation at the Summit of the Future on September 22-23. This is a crucial moment to enhance global cooperation and drive progress on the Sustainable Development Goals(#SDGs). Let’s use this opportunity to advocate for #UHC and gender-responsive health systems! Learn more and join us 👉 https://lnkd.in/dHHqbs8q #UNGA79 #SummitoftheFuture #GlobalCooperation ##GenderEquality
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🌍 Women in Global Health is excited to announce that we’re sending an esteemed delegation to the 79th United Nations General Assembly and the Summit of the Future! We’ll be championing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and advocating for gender-responsive health systems to create a more equitable future for women and girls. Our delegation has a packed schedule of events in New York, and we can’t wait to share more about our advocacy, engagements, and progress. Watch this space for updates as we take on this pivotal moment to push for change and ensure women are leading the conversation! 💪 #UNGA #HealthForAll #GenderEquality #WomenInGlobalHealth
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Final call: only one day left to apply for Women in Global Health's Gender Transformative Leadership & Intersectionality Program! ⏰ Are you an early-to-mid-career woman in healthcare looking to strengthen your leadership skills and drive gender equity in your context? Don’t miss this opportunity to join an empowering online course designed for WGH members worldwide. Applications close tomorrow, September 6th — apply now! Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4zaAQsJ
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#WGH Chapter Women in Global Health Singapore is partnering with SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute on a joint webinar "Leading the Charge in Gender Equity: Women in Global Health", 30 Aug from 9am SGT. The webinar offers a rich speakers lineup coming together to share their experience and advice as leaders in #GlobalHealth. Register online via: https://lnkd.in/gupbuVAF
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Don't forget to apply for Women in Global Health’s Gender Transformative Leadership & Intersectionality Program! 🌍 This online course is designed for early-to-mid-career women in healthcare, offering you the skills, networks, and tools to champion gender equity and inclusivity in health systems. Open exclusively to WGH members around the world. Don't miss your opportunity — apply by September 6th! Learn more and apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4zaAQsJ
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"Joining WGH is an opportunity to promote sustainable and effective change in gender equity within the healthcare workforce and leadership." Women in Global Health welcomes Dr. Adedoyin Oyekan as the new @WGHUK UK Chapter co-lead. A medical doctor, Dr. Oyekan brings with her a rich academic experience and fosters collaborations and networks to explore interdisciplinary areas on health, gender, and climate impacts. #leadership #genderequity #HealthForAll
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The time to end #SEAH in health is now! 🛑 Our #HealthToo report demonstrates the serious physical, mental, personal, and economic costs for women health workers who experience sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. We demand safe working conditions for all, especially women working in health. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghGqS5wJ
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Although sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment of women health workers appear to be universal, legal frameworks, cultures & socio-economic contexts vary widely. The #HealthToo report highlights the critical points that should be addressed in all contexts. Read our recommendations 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghGqS5wJ
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Certain groups of women are at higher risk of SEAH in health due to unequal power dynamics ⚖️ Interventions to prevent & respond to work-related #SEAH must be intersectional. Learn more about our recommendations to prevent & stop #SEAH in health 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghGqS5wJ