"But gender is also a key social determinant of health, which makes gender parity in the health sector a necessary ingredient for reaching the World Health Organization (WHO)'s “triple billion” targets.
The organization’s goal is to ensure that by 2023, one billion more people than today have full access to health care, greater protection from health emergencies, and better overall health and wellbeing."
Learn more: bit.ly/2UP6dQo
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Giving birth can be a really empowering experience or a completely devastating one. The sad reality is that across the globe, women are traumatized in the delivery ward verbally, psychologically, and physically.
A woman should be supported through labor and delivery in a way that respects her dignity and empowers her.
Learn about how Linda Robinson, a Seed Educator, is working with colleagues in #Malawi to advance a standard of respectful care for women during labor and birth:http://bit.ly/2VLALmm
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In honor of #InternationalWomensDay, we asked women leaders on the frontlines of #globalhealth to share their advice for women starting #careers in the field.
To wrap up the day, we have Irene Atuhairwe, our #Uganda Nursing Advisor.
#ICYMI: Look back on our posts to read advice from the other global health leaders that we featured today!
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In honor of #InternationalWomensDay, we asked women leaders on the frontlines of #globalhealth to share their advice for women starting #careers in the field.
Stay tuned as we highlight them throughout the day!
Up next, we have Kate York, our Director of Community Health Nursing.
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