CHW Central Feature Series: CHWs Supporting Oder Adults Across the world, more people are living longer, and communities are finding new ways to support older adults in their daily lives. In many of these settings, Community Health Workers are playing a growing role, offering care, connection, and support where it is most needed. In recent years, we have also seen a growing … [Read more...] about What Community Health Workers Make Possible in Supporting Older Adults
ABOLISHING USER FEES: A GENDER IMPERATIVE IN A CHANGING AID LANDSCAPE
At a rural clinic gate, a mother waits with her feverish child. She has walked for hours, but the nurse cannot admit them. The reason is not lack of compassion or clinical skill, but money: without user fees, there will be no consultation, no diagnosis, and no medicine. This scene is a recurring tragedy across many countries, and one that disproportionately hurts women and … [Read more...] about ABOLISHING USER FEES: A GENDER IMPERATIVE IN A CHANGING AID LANDSCAPE
FAH Strengthening Community Health in Senegal: Q1 2025 Highlights
Financing Alliance for Health (FAH) and Ministry of Health and Social Action (MSAS) made significant strides in strengthening community health system and health financing in Senegal through provision of quality technical assistance and effective policy dialogue. These activities directly supported national priorities and laid the groundwork for stronger and more equitable … [Read more...] about FAH Strengthening Community Health in Senegal: Q1 2025 Highlights
How community health workers are improving vaccine delivery in Africa
This article was originally published on Gavi VaccinesWork. Original article. VaccinesWork Grassroots health workers are uniquely positioned to boost the reach of preventive healthcare – but to do that, they need more support. While global vaccination rates have been on the rise, more than 14 million children remained unvaccinated in 2024, according to the World … [Read more...] about How community health workers are improving vaccine delivery in Africa
FAH Fiscal Sponsorship Program
Many high-impact nonprofits and charitable projects in Africa face challenges in securing international donor funding because they lack a 501(c)(3) status. A 501(c)(3) is a classification under US law that exempts a public charity from federal income tax. It also allows donors to receive tax deductions for their contributions to that public charity. As a result, many donors … [Read more...] about FAH Fiscal Sponsorship Program