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.
![Operationalizing the National Quality Policy and Strategy: Review of Progress in 37 Countries](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-01/Operationalizing%20the%20National%20Quality%20Policy%20and%20Strategy%20Review%20of%20Progress%20in%2037%20Countries.png?itok=1LxMccSo)
LHSS conducted a study of 37 countries to provide a better understanding of the strengths, opportunities, and gaps in the structures governing the provision of quality health services.
![Development and Implementation of the National Quality Policy and Strategy Experience from Rwanda and Zambia](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-01/Development%20and%20Implementation%20of%20the%20National%20Quality%20Policy%20and%20Strategy%20Experience%20from%20Rwanda%20and%20Zambia.png?itok=HR2v6EBs)
This report details case studies from Rwanda and Zambia which offer unique insights into the operationalization of National Quality Policies and Strategy (NQPS) within broader governance and quality of care reforms.
![HSS Practice Spotlight Collborative learning](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-01/HSS%20Practice%20Spotlight%20Collaborative%20learning.png?itok=7SEUI5Ho)
This brief introduces collaborative learning as an effective approach to support sustainable health system strengthening. Collaborative learning brings together local leaders and experts to learn from one another, problem-solve, co-create new knowledge, and adapt and apply their learning.
![Pooling Reforms to Strengthen Health Financing for Universal Health Coverage](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-12/Pooling%20Reforms%20to%20Strengthen%20Health%20Financing%20for%20Universal%20Health%20Coverage.png?itok=c8jR4O7K)
This brief focuses on how pooling arrangements—the way countries combine funding from different sources to spread the financial risk of needing to pay for health services—can be improved to accelerate progress toward UHC.
![Rapport de l’Analyse du Financement de la Santé en RDC](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-12/Rapport%20de%20l%E2%80%99Analyse%20du%20Financement%20de%20la%20Sant%C3%A9%20en%20RDC.png?itok=zJyYmtgv)
This French analysis report is conducted by LHSS DRC, with the aim to describe the situation of health financing, in particular the aspects of governance, public finances, and mainly those related to the three functions of health financing, namely: resource mobilization, pooling, and procurement of services. This report is also available in English.
![Health Financing Landscape in the Democratic Republic of the Congo](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-12/Health%20Financing%20Landscape%20in%20the%20Democratic%20Republic%20of%20the%20Congo.png?itok=-xzWqD5s)
LHSS in the DRC conducted this study with the aim to describe the situation of health financing in the DRC, including aspects of governance, public finance, resource mobilization, pooling, and procurement of services. This is a retrospective and analytical descriptive study, focusing on the period from 2006 to 2023. This report is also available in French.
![chw establishing career pathway French](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-12/Annotation%202023-12-07%20143001.png?itok=ucsJ4zTs)
This brief in French identifies systems considerations for CHW career progression, including health workforce education and training, regulation and policy, management, and financing.
![portuguese establishing career pathway CHW](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-12/Annotation%202023-12-07%20142210.png?itok=SfXFHZgl)
This Portuguese brief identifies systems considerations for CHW career progression, including health workforce education and training, regulation and policy, management, and financing. It's also available in English and French.
![Digital Health Forum 2023](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-12/1701677136670.jpg?itok=46p3oK4N)
LHSS is presenting at the Global Digital Health Forum, December 4-6, 2023, in Washington, DC.
![EAC Health Data Governance](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-01/pr_20112023_01.jpg?itok=VwNeXQ_k)
The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat, the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), and the Pan African Health Informatics Association (HELINA) have concluded a commitment by all three parties to foster stronger health data governance to drive digital transformation and innovations in the health sector of East Africa.
![Logo for Montreux Collaborative Conference](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-11/MC%20Logo%20resized_0.jpg?itok=3M8OnurM)
LHSS presents on health budget execution at the Montreux Collaborative on Fiscal Space, Public Financial Management and Health Financing, November 13-17, 2023.
![chw brief](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-10/Annotation%202023-10-11%20000300.png?itok=3uPymrde)
This brief identifies systems considerations for CHW career progression, including health workforce education and training, regulation and policy, management, and financing.
![IGAD WORKSHOP PHOTO](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/IGAD%20Workshop%20photo.jpg?itok=yvyinq3o)
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), with support from LHSS, commenced the first Technical Workshop on strengthening domestication and implementation of regional Health cross–border policies, in Bishoftu, Ethiopia.
![Quarterly report Y4Q3](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/Quarterly%20report%20Y4Q3.png?itok=39bQqUSv)
This Year 4 Quarter 3 Report (Apr-Jun 2023) was prepared for USAID and provides a progress update for all annual work plan activities.
![9/26 webinar](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2023-09/Webinar%20Financing%20Quality%20Across%20the%20Health%20Sector%20%281600%20%C3%97%20900%20px%29_0.png?itok=Gs_a4iOI)
LHSS along with speakers from USAID and WHO reflected on strategies to ensure reliable funding for costing the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of a National Quality Policy and Strategy (NQPS).