Women in Global Health

Racism is not just an individual act. It is structural, systemic, and deeply ingrained in healthcare. Women, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, face both racial and gender discrimination, from being mistaken for assistants to being denied promotions and excluded from decision-making. But we are not invisible. The voices of women in global health must be heard, valued, and centered. Ending racism means dismantling barriers, amplifying intersectional experiences, and demanding accountability.  Equity in healthcare starts with equity for healthcare workers. #fightracism #Intersectionality #HealthEquity

Last day for Disability and Gender webinar! Join us for the Women with Disabilities in Global Health Leadership webinar on March 21 at 12:30 UTC. Let’s break down barriers, advocate for inclusive policies, and push for real change in Beijing +30 and Universal Health Coverage. Join here: https://bit.ly/3EZILMt #NGOCSW69 #Beijing30 #WomenInLeadership #GlobalHealth #DisabilityRights

Accessibility and equity are not ideals, but urgent needs. Dr. Shubha Nagesh (chapter member of Women in Global Health - India and Advocacy Consultant - Global Health for WGH) is highlighting the need for urgent change in disability rights. In this article, she discusses the implications of: •The systemic barriers still limiting participation of people with disabilities. • How innovation can bridge the gaps in accessibility and equity. • Practical solutions and strategies for improving accessibility and ensuring equal opportunities for all. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/41HnyyE #genderequity #disabilityrights #intersectionality

🇺🇳 CSW 69 & Beijing +30: Rising for Gender Equality At the UN High-Level Dialogue on Gender Equality, Professor Jaya Dantas (Women in Global Health Australia Committee Member & President of Australian Graduate Women) delivered a powerful intervention—calling for action, accountability & investment in women’s leadership, education, and health. 🚨 Women are under fire—facing growing threats to reproductive rights, inclusive policies, and feminist movements. We must resist rollbacks, reclaim leadership, and rise with long-term investment in gender equality. 📢 Take action with us! ✅ Urge governments to uphold commitments & counter misinformation. ✅ Support grassroots advocates with resources & political space. ✅ Track & amplify change via the #TakeAStand Pledge. 🔗 Join the movement, take the pledge, and be part of the effort for a just, inclusive future! https://lnkd.in/e8PfRsDh #WomenUnderFire #CSW69 #TakeAStand #GenderEquality

EVENT TIME UPDATE‼️ Please note the event begins at 12:30 UTC (3:30PM EAT / 8:30AM EST ). Register here: https://bit.ly/3EZILMt

A marvelous ICOH/Global Health Workforce conference at Sant Pau, Barcelona just ended! With leaders from 26 countries, we laughed, learned and I couldn’t be more grateful for this community of experts and friends 🙏. Axlab QIAGEN Women in Global Health ICOH2027 #GHWBarcelona

Discover what it takes to achieve gender equity in health, from local to global. WGH Brazil brings together women leaders, experts, and change-makers share their knowledge on challenges and opportunities that women face in global health. Together we build the roadmap to an inclusive and effective system. What’s on the agenda? ✔️ Advances and setbacks in women's rights ✔️ Contributions of women from the Global South to ensure no one is left behind ✔️Contributions of Indigenous women in building collective well-being ✔️ Challenges and opportunities for advancing a care agenda in Brazil 📅 March 28th, 2025 📍 School of Public Health, USP – São Paulo 🕘 9 AM to 5 PM Seats are LIMITED! Hybrid event with certificates for in-person participation! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4hzTwm8 #WGHBrazil #WomenInHealth #GenderEquity #GlobalHealth #WomenLeadership #WGHSeminar

Join Us for a Critical Conversation on Gender & UHC! Women in Global Health India has been at the forefront of advocating for gender equity in health for five years. As we continue this journey, we’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming in-person event in New Delhi: The Gender Lens: Reimagining UHC 📅 Date: March 19, 2025 ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST This event will spotlight our research & advocacy efforts while fostering a reflective dialogue on embedding gender and intersectionality within Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in India. Stay tuned and we will be back with introducing our expert speakers for the event. 📌 Join us to: ✅ Engage with experts & changemakers ✅ Explore key insights from our work ✅ Contribute to shaping a more equitable health system 🔗 RSVP now: https://lnkd.in/gZWdfcV4 Women in Global Health Deepika Saluja Sapna Kedia Sai Subhasree Raghavan SAATHII EquiLead Dr Preethi J. International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) Sumegha Asthana Shivangi Shankar Parth Sharma Dr. Shahana Qutab Khan Surabhi Dogra The George Institute for Global Health WomenLead India Alliance South Asia Women Foundation India WomenLift Health Gender at Work Project Baala Paint It Red #GenderEquity #UHC #HealthForAll

#CSW69 Week 1 Recap: 𝗪𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁, 𝗪𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲! Our Chapters' voices were loud and clear at the table for crucial discussions on advancing gender equity in global health. These leaders stood firm in pushing the agenda for women's equity in leadership forward. Event Highlights: 🔹 Resisting Backlash in MENA – The Chair of WGH Palestine powerfully stated: "Health is a fundamental right, but in Palestine, healthcare is weaponized against us." Organized by Edraak Foundation for Development and Equality, with Improve Your Society Organization for Development and Peace Building, and Mannion Daniels (WOSSO consortium), this platform amplified young feminist activists & WHRDs from MENA. 🔹 Unfinished Business: Beijing +30 & SRHR in MENA – Women in Global Health Egypt Co-founder and Vice-Chair Norhan Bader and WGH Palestine Chair, Dr Duha Shellah addressed ongoing barriers to #SRHR at a Juzoor-hosted event featuring youth leaders and experts. 🔹 WGH Meet & Greet – We brought together powerful women in leadership from around the movement. A much-needed space for deep conversations and solidarity after tireless advocacy! 🔹 Vital Voices Global Partnership / GWL Voices at Columbia Institute of Global Politics on the sidelines of CSW69 – WGH Chair Emilia Caro stood in solidarity, witnessing discussions on 30 years since Beijing and the fight ahead. Global leaders, including Secretary Hillary Clinton to reflect on progress, challenges, and young activists shaping the future. 📢 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮 𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲! 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀, 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. Resist, Reclaim, and Rise! ✔️ Resist the Rollback – Hold governments accountable. ✔️ Reclaim Leadership – Empower frontline advocates. ✔️ Rise with Investment – Demand gender-responsive health systems. #TakeAStand #CSW69 MannionDaniels Asian-Pacific Resource & Research Centre for Women (ARROW) Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Gender Links Natalia Ines Paratore

📢 REPORT ALERT: Rollback and Resistance Global Health 50/50’s latest report highlights how U.S. government policies are showing alarming reductions in gender equality efforts. 🔻 20% reduction in commitments to gender equality 🔻 33% drop in UN-aligned definitions of gender 🔻 27% decrease in workplace DEI policies As we reaffirm our collective commitments at CSW69, we must #TakeAStand against this rollback. ➡️ Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/ekmYw-Y5 #GlobalHealth #TakeAStand #WomenUnderFire