"As governments and their partners search for sustainable solutions in a reality where resources are tight, Malawi is a country to watch," writes LMH Malawi's Victoria Munthali Chiumia. Learn how the Ministry of Health & partners are building resilience: bit.ly/4tqkJih

CHWs are uniquely positioned to overcome barriers to immunization. To realize their full potential, we must elevate and expand their roles. In a new @gavi.org piece with @villagereach.bsky.social, we shine a light on promising examples from Ethiopia and Liberia. Learn more: bit.ly/4ktornq

This week, our Partnerships & Communications team gathered in Accra, Ghana to strengthen how we work with each other & the partners who make our work possible. We're energized by the time together as we advance our vision of a health worker within reach of everyone, everywhere!

National CHW programs are only successful if governments can own & sustain their impact. We're proud to share that county health teams have taken on direct management of the National Community Health Program in Grand Bassa & Grand Gedeh, Liberia: bit.ly/4qR2K33

Our 6-month report highlights how we're: 💰Mapping durable financing in Malawi 👩🏿‍⚕️Charting a vision for the institutionalization of #proCHWs in Sierra Leone 🤝🏿Advancing government ownership in Liberia 📱Leveraging AI to help CHWs make decisions in Ethiopia ...and more: bit.ly/4rm2l8G

Our new AI-powered call center supports Ethiopia's #proCHWs at the point of care: "It gives them instant access to standardized, expert-reviewed advice—helping them deliver better care," writes Last Mile Health's Ethiopia Country Director Abraham Zerihun: bit.ly/4km8g9X

At Last Mile Health, we believe that how we work is just as important as the work we do. "Our values are not just words on paper; we live them every single day as we implement projects," says Tasokwa Nkhonjera, Director of Community Health Systems Strengthening in Malawi:

#proCHWs save lives--but to perform at their best, they need to be fully integrated into the health system. In Sierra Leone through The Global Fund's Project BIRCH, Last Mile Health & the Ministry of Health have charted a course toward institutionalizing CHWs: bit.ly/48O0Ice

As Last Mile Health returns to work, we're invigorated for the year ahead and the work that awaits us. Alongside partners, peers, and #proCHWs, we're more committed than ever to driving progress toward #HealthForAll. We can't wait to see what we can accomplish together in 2026!

We're close out a challenging year with renewed hope: alongside partners, peers, and #proCHWs, we stand strong in our conviction that together we can bring care within reach for all people. We look forward to continuing our shared work in 2026!

Government-owned, community-led primary care is the path toward #HealthForAll. In the face of drastic cuts to foreign aid, it’s time to invest in what works: high-impact care delivered by community health workers. Learn more in our 2025 Annual Letter: bit.ly/LMH2025

In the face of the global health funding crisis, we must shift norms and invest in solutions that work. Together, we can drive #HealthForAll through government-owned, community-led primary care. In our Annual Letter, we share our vision for the path ahead: bit.ly/LMH2025

Women make up 70% of the community health workforce—but they face unequal pay, safety risks, & limited advancement opportunities. For the women who deliver lifesaving care to those who need it most, this must change. Join us in driving CHW gender equity: bit.ly/womenCHWs

"CHWs are not a stopgap. They are the backbone of resilient health systems." In TIME, Davidson Polyte and @joinchic.bsky.social's Madeleine Ballard make the case for #proCHWs as a driver of healthcare access worldwide & a key component to global health security: bit.ly/4oULGYQ

On #WorldAIDSDay, we're reflecting on our roots, launching Liberia’s first rural, public HIV treatment program, where accompaniers like Alphonso Mouwon ensured patients received follow-up care in the community. All people deserve access to care, no matter where they live.

We're headed to the @techchange.bsky.social Global Digital Health Forum next week in Nairobi, Kenya. We'll be highlighting our work in Malawi, equipping #proCHWs with digital tools, and learning from peer implementers and tech experts. We hope to see you there! #GDHF2025

In Sierra Leone, a new tool equips supervisors to support #proCHWs in providing quality care. "Supervision helps CHWs understand their duties & take action," says supervisor Abu Samura. Alongside the Ministry of Health, we've scaled the tool to a 2nd district, with more to come.

Cost & distance created challenges for Ethiopia's Ministry of Health in training 40,000+ #proCHWs. Last Mile Health partnered with the Ministry to develop an innovative blended learning approach that reduces costs & drives learning. More from @academic.oup.com : bit.ly/487bmMr

We're honored to welcome Nava Anvari of LGT Venture Philanthropy as the newest member of our Advisory Council! "Primary healthcare is a fundamental right," says Nava. "I am excited to work with Last Mile Health to scale solutions that bring high-quality care to the hardest-to-reach communities."

As #CHWSymposium2025 kicks off, the call from delegates of the last symposium remains true: "Protected, paid, trained, supervised, and supplied CHWs must be the rule and not the exception." More at monroviacalltoaction.org.

Community health workers are the first — and often only — line of defense for vaccine delivery. Too many still work without pay or protection. 👉 Let’s invest in #proCHWs, strengthen health systems, and protect all people. @joinchic.bsky.social

Attending #CHWSymposium2025? Join us Nov 13 at 10 am EST for "Session A.07 - Digital Training and Innovation". Metti Edessa, from our Ethiopia team, will share insights on our work training CHWs to take on #NCDs in remote areas. More about this work ➡️ bit.ly/41UP2ll

Community and frontline health workers are critical in getting vaccines to those who need them most, especially in rural and remote communities. From @gavi.org, six reasons why #proCHWs are the unsung heroes of global immunization: bit.ly/3Xdgvf0

Attending #CHWSymposium2025? Join us on November 13 at 8 am GMT to: 💉Learn how #proCHWs are delivering progress on immunization for communities that need it most. 🌍 Gain insights into the experiences of Liberia, Guinea, and Uganda. More: chwsymposium.org/registration/

Growing up in rural Malawi, Ireen Laimosi saw neighbors suffer preventable illness from unclean water, and it drove her to become a #proCHW. “I work in a community like the one I grew up in,” she says. “I show them they have the power to save themselves.” bit.ly/4cEtU6w

Out now: our quarterly newsletter, with: 🩺A new policy brief on NCDs & how #proCHWs can address them 🤱🏿Mother-to-mother support groups in Liberia share healthy practices 🗒️Research from Sierra Leone's CHW program equips the gov't to drive improvements ...& more: bit.ly/4nwRINM

"Ethiopia has made remarkable progress in saving mothers' lives, cutting maternal deaths by 73% over the past 2 decades. The work of community health workers has been vital to making this happen." More from The Global Fund on the impact of Ethiopia's #proCHWs: bit.ly/3I5cnKl

We're still feeling the momentum from #ICPHC2025! We were honored to join Ethiopia's Ministry of Health and partners for a powerful week of learning, sharing, and uniting toward a future where primary care is within reach for all. More on our sessions: bit.ly/4oBMrFH

At #CPHIA2025 this week, across many dynamic conversations, one theme stands out: Digital innovations play a growing role in improving health outcomes across Africa. We’re energized by the momentum to invest in approaches that work, strengthening systems to drive #HealthForAll.

Meet Vera Sumo, this month's spotlight employee! "I am inspired to work for Last Mile Health because of its commitment to reaching underserved communities," says Vera, who works as a cleaner in our Monrovia, Liberia office. "Knowing my work contributes to saving lives motivates me every day."

On our blended learning & AI call center: "In today’s funding landscape, investing in interventions that improve care while reducing costs is exactly what gov'ts should prioritize," says Aklog Getnet of Ethiopia's Ministry of Health. More from #ICPHC2025: bit.ly/4hcc8tY

"Health sovereignty is the destination. It’s by supporting countries with financing, technical assistance & political will to increase domestic financing that we get there," said Africa Frontline First Co-Executive Director Nan Chen at AFF's #UNGA80 roundtable. Our UNGA key takeaways: bit.ly/4onLaBR

In Rwanda, swift & strategic response to Marburg virus kept death rates lower than ever previously recorded. Last Mile Health Advisory Council member Dr. Tsion Firew reflects on lessons from a successful response & the toll fellow health workers faced: bit.ly/4n3QpG3

On World Sight Day, we celebrate the work of Ethiopia's #proCHWs in restoring vision in rural & remote communities. Equipped with new training from Last Mile Health & the Ministry of Health in NCDs, CHWs have distributed 26,554 glasses in partnership with Livelihood Impact Fund.

Tomorrow, Oct. 9, join us for our #ICPHC2025 concurrent session, "Empowering Ethiopia’s Frontline: How Blended Learning & AI Are Shaping the Future of the Health Extension Program." Hear from leaders on lessons learned from this partnership & plans to achieve even greater impact.

Liberia's Ministry of Health has achieved a major milestone: last week the malaria vaccine launched in 9 counties, reaching national scale. We celebrate the Ministry's strides in fighting malaria & remain dedicated to working together to bring care within reach for all Liberians.

Attending #ICPHC2025? Come hear from Last Mile Health experts in 7️⃣ sessions, featuring insights into our work in Ethiopia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. You can learn more about each of these sessions in the conference agenda: bit.ly/3KCBJQy

Today, Liberia's Ministry of Health launches malaria vaccination in 9 remaining counties. It has been included in routine childhood immunizations in 6 counties since 2024, with #proCHWs playing a key role in raising awareness & ensuring families can access the lifesaving vaccine.

Last Mile Health looks forward to next week's #ICPHC2025! We're energized to share insights & learn from health leaders, community health workers, & peer organizations as we work together to build resilient, sustainable health systems amidst evolving donor landscapes.

At last week's #UNGA80, we were energized by the resolve of partners across all sectors to continue the #proCHW push amid a shifting funding landscape. Onward.

Ahead of today's #HLM4, we call for funding, scaling, & strengthening community health programs to prevent & control #NCDs. Curious how #proCHWs can deliver NCD screening & care? Learn about Ethiopia's pioneering approach ➡️ bit.ly/4mzwTB2 #UNGA80 #ActOnNCDs

We're proud to be a part of @clintonglobal.bsky.social — accelerating solutions on health for all. Last Mile Health CEO Lisha McCormick joins #CGI2025 as an advisor to today's Health Equity Working group. Tune into CGI 2025 virtually to watch main stage sessions and more.

We're proud to be a part of @clintonglobal.bsky.social — accelerating solutions on health for all. Last Mile Health CEO Lisha McCormick joins #CGI2025 as an advisor to today's Health Equity Working group. Tune into CGI 2025 virtually to watch main stage sessions and more.

Headed to #UNGA80? Don't miss your chance to hear from Abraham Zerihun Megentta, Last Mile Health's Ethiopia Country Director, about our pioneering work with the Ethiopia Ministry of Health.

Last Mile Health leadership is headed to next week's #UNGA80 to champion the essential contributions of community health workers to universal health coverage. We hope to see you there, or on social media for real-time #UNGA80 updates.

How are global actors showing up for CHWs? What does sustainable financing leadership look like? What's needed for resilient, government-owned CHW systems? Find out in a webinar Thursday, 9/18, with experts including Elizabeth Musa of Sierra Leone's CHW program: bit.ly/4nwrtYo

#proCHWs bring care to their neighbors' doorsteps. But evidence on horizontal CHW program cost & cost-effectiveness is fragmented. With our @joinchic.bsky.social partners, we set out to change this, finding promise for cost-effectiveness compared to alternatives: bit.ly/467IS2i

Digital tools & systems equip #proCHWs to provide quality care for patients. From better training to stronger record-keeping and informed decision-making at the point of care, here are 3 digital innovations making a difference for CHWs: bit.ly/3YyFNon

"What makes Last Mile Health’s approach revolutionary isn’t just the deployment of community health workers—it’s their insistence that these workers be treated as healthcare professionals," writes the Angels in Medicine blog. Read their full highlight on our work: bit.ly/46cegOl

CHWs are essential for UHC, yet #proCHW funding is nearly invisible. Making investments visible helps: -Align donors & govts -Fill gaps & avoid duplication -Strengthen health systems bit.ly/4n3MBVo