Learning and knowledge sharing are fundamental to the LHSS Project. We invite you to search LHSS knowledge products and resources for the latest approaches, insights, and learning in the field of integrated health systems strengthening.
![Stakeholders at event celebrating collaboration between LHSS Colombia and Novartis](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-06/110624%20-%20Evento%20lanzamiento%20Novartis%20II.jpg?itok=pHicTJ_l)
LHSS Colombia collaborates with Novartis to create an alliance focused on training health professionals to improve early detection of chronic diseases, ensure accurate diagnostics, provide up-to-date treatments, and offer comprehensive care and emotional support.
![A group photo of participants after the training session](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-06/SEC_4943_Nigeria%20Forum%20Training.jpg?itok=TjwEOEMC)
The Forum of CEOs of State Social Health Insurance Agencies in Nigeria, supported by LHSS, trained 14 newly appointed SSHIA CEOs from various states. Experienced CEOs and health experts shared insights on managing health insurance ecosystems, advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC), leveraging ICT, and stakeholder management. The sessions, particularly beneficial for those without a health insurance background, aim to foster cross-learning and support Nigeria's goal of achieving UHC by 2030.
![Stakeholders convene workshop on social contracting in Namibia](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/Namibia_Social%20Contracting%20Workshop_0.jpg?itok=9TkydwAd)
In Namibia, The Ministry of Health and Social Services conducted a comprehensive training session, with LHSS support, aimed at enhancing the capacity of its senior staff members. The focus of the training was social contracting, with particular emphasis on need identification and the intricate processes involved in contracting civil society organizations through social contracting mechanisms.
![Nigeria LASHMA News](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/51a7c01d-cca5-4769-80f8-93a1a2bd0ecf.jpg?itok=wD364ddJ)
LHSS Nigeria supported LASHMA to host the retreat – both technical and financial support. LHSS has been supporting LASHMA and will continue to provide technical assistance to LASHMA for improved UHC coverage.
The Ministry of Health and Social Services in Namibia, with support from the LHSS Project, convened stakeholders in Windhoek to validate the costing of the Essential Health Services Package.
![Jordan's CPD Online Training Course](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/Jordan%20photo%20correction%20%283%29.png?itok=rl6xx-9D)
The Ministry of Health and USAID's LHSS Project launches the Continuing Professional Development Online Training Platform in Jordan, providing health care professionals with accredited courses for certification and relicensing.
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LHSS Chief of Party in Peru, Paulina Giusti learns what three organizations in Peru and Colombia are doing to improve access and link people with mental health needs to the services they require through psychosocial support networks.
![Assessment of Private Health Sector Engagement in Timor-Leste](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-04/Assessment%20of%20Private%20Health%20Sector%20Engagement%20in%20Timor-Leste.png?itok=sedPMK6x)
This report summarizes the findings of said assessment conducted by the MOH’s newly established Cabinet for Licensing and Registration of Health Activities with support from the Activity.
![HSS Practice Spotlight Brief Integrating and Including Migrants in National Health Systems](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-03/HSS%20Practice%20Spotlight%20Brief%20Integrating%20and%20Including%20Migrants%20in%20National%20Health%20Systems.png?itok=lqe4tWrz)
With increased migration around the world posing unique challenges and opportunities for health systems, efforts to better integrate and include migrants and host communities in national health systems are an integral part of the global health equity agenda.
![seventh aunnaul health financing forum](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/banner-web.jpg?itok=yLoSbTH8)
The World Bank, USAID and the Global Financing Facility (GFF), will host the 7th Annual Health Financing Forum (AHFF7) on April 15 to 17, 2024, on the sidelines of the 2024 World Bank/IMF spring meetings.
![Nigeria success story Feb 22](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/success%20story%20Nigeria%20Feb%2022.png?itok=gO8FgiIG)
Improved referral system helps those experiencing poverty in Nasarawa State to better access to secondary care.
![Tajikistan community leaders help to improve community health](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/Tajikistan%20religious%20leaders%20community%20health%20news%20story.png?itok=wLK80FLi)
Religious leaders and community health workers collaborated to promote COVID-19 vaccination in two regions of Tajikistan.
![Tajikistan news story](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/Tajikistan%20news%20story.jpg?itok=TgUmRspM)
With support from USAID’s LHSS Project, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population (MOHSPP) in Tajikistan strengthened Tajikistan’s national laboratory system and supported the country’s COVID-19 Country Preparedness and Response Plan.
![Core 27 HSS Spotlight brief SDOH](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/Core%2027%20HSS%20Spotlight%20brief%20SDOH.png?itok=3Fjxqfbl)
This brief introduces the social determinants of health (SDOH) concept and terminology, and discusses approaches to addressing SDOH. Understanding these root causes of health inequities and their impact on health care access, quality, and equity is crucial to strengthening health systems.
![HSR2024](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-01/hsr_2024_title_card.jpg?itok=s1SzXKgM)
The 8th Global Symposium on Health Systems Research (HSR 2024) will be held in Nagasaki, Japan, from November 18 to 22, 2024.