The fourth webinar in NPI EXPAND and USAID's Bureau for Global Health 'Local Capacity Development & Global Health Webinar Series' will explore how civil society supports more resilient health systems through the strengthening of their health workforce and community health workers (CHWs).
Speakers will highlight their unique experiences supporting local health systems and delivering community-led health initiatives through CHWs. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to have gain an understanding of:
Civil society organizations’ experiences developing capacity to establish and strengthen essential roles and connections in the health system;
Different approaches to engaging local partners - including civil society organizations, professional associations, and private health sector actors - for long term health system resilience and sustainability;
The unique positioning of civil society to shape policy, improve human resources for health, and create strong linkages with communities to improve health outcomes.