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News & commentary about the global health workforce

In Rural Uganda, One Trans Woman Fights for HIV Care for All

She knows from experience that health workers can either push LGBTI clients away from the care they need—or draw them to it.

How Do Attacks on Health Care Affect Women?

When hospitals or clinics are attacked, women often become targets. But what do we know about the real impact on their health and well-being?

This Teacher and Survivor is on a Mission to End Gender-Based Violence

Sylvia is helping young people protect themselves from violence, access health services, and stay in school.

It's Time to End Sexual Harassment

Health workers deal with stressful situations every day. Sexual harassment should no longer be one of them.

1.2 Billion Reasons Why Countries Must Empower Young People to Plan the Future

A tidal wave of youth is fast approaching the shores of adult society. It’s time to ensure they are part of the global conversation.