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News & commentary about the global health workforce

Behind Big Results in Zambia, Big Ideas and a Creative Team

Meet some of the people who’ve been driving major progress in HIV care for members of Zambia’s hard-to-reach key populations.

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.

Twelve Years Later, HIV in Namibia Looks Very Different

There's been enormous progress here, but adolescent girls and young women still face particular risk.

Teen Clubs in Namibia Are Shaping a New Future for Kids with HIV

For some kids, adolescence began with a diagnosis. These health workers are helping them navigate all that comes with it.

In Central America, New Adherence Promoters Keep HIV Clients on Treatment

Carlos considered dropping out of everything. Then he met Aracely, an adherence promoter.

Community Engagement is Improving HIV Prevention Programs in Tanzania

Community leaders are key to reaching men with voluntary medical male circumcision services.