Graphic with 3 health workers and the following text: Health workers are the cornerstone of equitable and resilient health systems. World Health Worker Week, April 1-7, 2026. UHC2030
#HealthWorkersSaveLives. They deserve to be safe, protected, fairly supported and paid. Need we say more?
#InvestInHealth workers today.
#WHWW
Women hold 67% of health worker positions & over 80% of nursing & midwifery roles, yet occupy only 25% of leadership positions in the sector.
Women also perform 76% of unpaid care work & are paid 24% less than men.
Leaders, promote gender equality in the health workforce today!
#WHWW
Investments in health workers pay off! 1/2 of the world’s economic growth from 2013-2023 was the result of improved health. And research shows that addressing the shortage in health workers by 2030 could boost the global economy by $1.1 trillion.
So what are we waiting for?
#WHWW
Graphic with a health worker in personal protective equipment and the following text: Health workers are the cornerstone of equitable and resilient health systems. We need leaders to: Ensure decent work and safe work environments. World Health Worker Week, April 1-7, 2026. UHC2030
Poor working conditions put significant strain on health workers, affecting their physical & mental well-being. This contributes to high turnover rates & negatively impacts the care quality.
Leaders must improve working conditions by ensuring fair compensation & adequate staffing & resources. #WHWW
Campaign card with the following message: Health workers are the cornerstone of equitable and resilient health systems. World Health Worker Week, April 1-7, 2026 UHC2030
Health workers are the cornerstone of equitable & resilient health systems. When we invest in them we invest in healthier communities & stronger economies. For #WHWW, leaders must
✅ Ensure decent work & safe work environments
✅ Address the global shortage
✅ Promote gender equality in the workforce
We welcome the appointment of Thailand & Andorra as co-facilitators to lead the negotiations for the 2027 HLM on #UHC!
In their latest article on @thelancet.com Global Health our co-chairs reflect on why 2027 must be the moment we move from promises to measurable progress 👉https://buff.ly/6BFME1a
⏳ Last day to submit your event proposal!
Planning a #UHC side event at #WHA79? Civil society organizations can apply to book a free room at the Civil Society Networking Space in Geneva (18–20 May 2026)
🔗Apply here: forms.gle/uXbuwkyDTpEY...
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On the sidelines of #CSW70, our co-chair Dr Magda Robalo reminded decision-makers & advocates of the need to invest in the health of women & girls to build stronger health systems, more resilient economies & fairer societies.
For concrete steps decision-makers can take, read: bit.ly/GenderRespon...
Join us at the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women for three powerful events advancing gender justice and global health equity.
Save the date. Register early. Share widely.
#CSW70 #GenderJustice #GlobalHealthEquity #WomenInGlobalHealth
Advancing gender equality and ensuring equitable access to health services for women and girls is not only critical for achieving #UniversalHealthCoverage, but also for building stronger communities and economies worldwide.
Did you miss our co-chairs' statement on #IWD? Read it below!
Join us at these CSW70 events:
🗓 12 Mar – NY
With Medical Women’s International Association
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🗓 18 Mar – UNHQ
With UHC2030
📍 United Nations Headquarters
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🗓 19 Mar – Virtual
With Galien Africa Forum
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That’s why every dollar invested in health yields social and economic returns that extend across generations.
As countries commemorate #IWD, we remind them that it’s time to turn commitments into action and #InvestInHealth. Our collective future depends on it.
#UHC contributes to stronger, fairer and more inclusive societies by ensuring that health systems serve everyone, including women and girls. It also increases workforce participation, enhances productivity, and supports inclusive growth.
Advancing gender equality and ensuring equitable access to health services for women and girls contributes to stronger communities and economies. This #IWD, our co-chairs urge governments and advocates everywhere to address gender disparities in health systems worldwide. Statement🔗
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Happy #IWD! Over the past few days, we’ve shared 6 asks for decision-makers to incorporate a gender-responsive approach to health systems. Help us turn them into reality! Use our advocacy narrative to unlock progress and drive political commitment and accountability.
👉 bit.ly/GenderRespon...
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Affordable, quality health services turn coverage into real care.
Ask #6: Allocate more resources efficiently and equitably and eliminate financial hardship, discrimination and gender barriers to care.
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#IWD is tomorrow! Today we wrap up our countdown with 2 final asks.
Reliable access to essential medicines & health products empowers women to protect their health and thrive.
Ask #5: Guarantee the availability, accessibility, quality & rational use of essential medicines and health products.
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Data is power, and inclusive data drives inclusive progress.
Ask #4: Build inclusive and comprehensive information systems with sex- and gender-disaggregated data to monitor health inequities and guide health decision-making at all levels.
"The foundations are set. Now we must build."
- UHC2030 Co-Chair Magda Robalo, during our webinar "Voices for Change: Sustaining Momentum toward the 2027 UN HLM on UHC", co-hosted with @csem4uhc.bsky.social
Read the summary and watch the recording here: www.uhc2030.org/news-and-eve...
Social media graphic with a picture of a smiling woman and the following text: Health: Maybe she’s born with it. Maybe it’s UHC. UHC is based on strong, well-paid and supported health and care workers, the majority of which are women. #InvestInHealth UHC2030
Our #IWD countdown continues! Women are the backbone of our health systems, representing 67% of the global health workforce and more than 85% of nursing and midwifery professionals.
Ask #3: Strengthen the health and care workforce to deliver quality, gender-responsive health services.
Social media graphic with a picture of a smiling woman and the following text: Health: Maybe she’s born with it. Maybe it’s UHC. UHC entails meeting the essential health needs of everyone, including the sexual and reproductive health and rights of women and girls. #InvestInHealth UHC2030
Every woman and girl deserves access to essential health services that keep them safe, healthy and thriving.
Ask #2: Provide a comprehensive package of essential health services that meets the health needs of everyone throughout the life course.
Find out how: bit.ly/GenderRespon...
Social media graphic with a picture of a smiling woman and the following text: Health: Maybe she’s born with it. Maybe it’s UHC. UHC is built through participatory health governance that values the voices and leadership of women. #InvestInHealth UHC2030
Let the #IWD countdown begin! Women are powerful leaders, caregivers & decision-makers. When their voices are equally represented in government, societies are healthier, more equitable and more resilient.
Ask #1: Ensure that women are equally represented in health & political leadership.
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Join us for an #IWD countdown!
Over the coming days, we’ll be sharing the 6 calls to action from our Strategic Narrative to Drive Advocacy and Action on Advancing Gender-Responsive Health Systems for UHC. 👉 bit.ly/GenderRespon...
Why? Because when women thrive, nations prosper.
Help us shape the road toward the 2027 UN High-Level Meeting on UHC. Join our webinar on evidence-based advocacy today!
🗓 4 March 2026
⏰ 08:00–09:30 ET
💻 Online
Register here: bit.ly/4kifAF0
See you there!
You're invited to join our next webinar 🌍 Voices for Change: Sustaining Momentum toward the 2027 UN HLM on #UHC
Explore how ACT for UHC resources and country evidence can support civil society advocacy and accountability ahead of 2027
🗓 4 March
⏰ 08:00 ET | 14:00 CET | 18:30 IST
🔗 bit.ly/4kifAF0
Illustration of a man and child riding bike, with the following text: Poverty eradication. Productive employment. Social cohesion. It all starts with health. UHC2030
From protection to progress, #UHC is the bridge between social protection & social development. It improves workforce health & well-being, increasing productivity & building resilience. That’s why this World Day of #SocialJustice we’re urging leaders to prioritize health for social development.
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#UniversalHealthCoverage increases workforce participation, enhances productivity, and supports inclusive growth.
That’s why every dollar invested in health yields social and economic returns that extend across generations.
This World Day of #SocialJustice, we urge leaders to #InvestInHealth
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⏰ Coming up! Voices for change: Sustaining Momentum toward the 2027 UN High-Level Meeting on UHC
📅 4 March 2026 at 8:00 am ET
UHC is #SocialJustice in action & your voice is key to driving the change we need. Join us for a workshop on #ACTforUHC, your one-stop shop for evidence-based advocacy.
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Health is not a side issue. It’s #SocialJustice in action. From poverty eradication to productive employment, gender equality, and social well-being – it all starts with health.
Happy World Day of #SocialJustice!
In a world that often suggests change is impossible, the global #UniversalHealthCoverage community continues to prove otherwise. Collective advocacy works. Read our newsletter to learn more: www.uhc2030.org/resources/ne...
