Shubha Nagesh

Trust is the cornerstone of any effective health system. In this timely @H_S_Global blog, our Global Fellows @DrMusuva, @snagesh2 and @Aruna_ABC reflect on the erosion of public trust in health systems and explore how we can move forward with transparency, accountability and real community engagement. Read more: bit.ly/4mF9SxV

This week, governments adopted the historic #PandemicAgreement at #WHA78. But as @snagesh2 & @MagdaNRobalo argue, a treaty that sidelines gender is a treaty half-written. The true test lies ahead: will implementation center gender equity, SRHR & women’s leadership? Explore their thoughts: bit.ly/436PpKu

Gender-based violence (GBV) is widespread in India's public health sector, with women healthcare workers facing the greatest impact. In this powerful article, our India Global Fellows Priya Das, Manisha Gupte, @dr_monalisha & @snagesh2 explore systemic inequities and the need for stronger policies & more women in leadership to tackle GBV. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/43LkTqk

Women make up 70% of the global health workforce but face the dual challenge of doing more with less and enduring underinvestment in gender equality. IIn their @devex op-ed, @snagesh2 & @MagdaNRobalo discuss how aid cuts and rollbacks in #GenderEquality are straining health systems, disproportionately impacting women, and call for urgent investment in women’s leadership: bit.ly/4ljSTQZ

As international aid shrinks, the pressure on women health workers grows. In this @devex piece, @snagesh2 and Magda Robalo of @womeninGH call for greater investment in women’s leadership in global health. #GenderEquity ow.ly/pyv550VwpIU

Health Workers Week arrives this year amidst a stark reality for women in healthcare: a double bind of escalating demands and dwindling resources, exacerbated by deeply entrenched gender inequality, write Dr. @snagesh2 & Magda Robalo in this opinion. #Echobox=1743751247" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">devex.com/news/opinion-w…

In this radical new reality, meant to demoralise, demean, and reverse the progress of decades, the Pandemic Treaty provides an opportunity to demonstrate that, with or without the US, there is global solidarity when it comes to global health.

#WomensDay | On International Women’s Day, commentaries on some of the key issues in the gender space. In an era of evidence-based policies, invisibility in data can ultimately lead to policy invisibility. ✍️ Gargi Sridharan, M. Suresh Babu trib.al/KMzisCt

February 6: Zero Tolerance for FGM. Every girl has the right to grow up free from violence! ✊💜 In 2025, more than 4.4 million girls - about 12,200 each day - are at risk of female genital mutilation. 🚸 FGM is a long-standing practice in many places, but human rights make clear: nothing can justify harm. ⚖️ Laws exist. Commitments have been made. They must be upheld. 🚨

🔔 Save the Date & Register Now! 🔔 This WGH webinar will highlight the vital role of women leaders in shaping #UHC at all levels—local, national, and global. Register now to secure your spot! ⬇️ us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… #WomenInGH #UHC #HealthEquity #GenderEquality

Women in India’s public health sector face persistent GBV—ranging from harassment to systemic discrimination—rooted in societal norms & institutional gaps. This month, we hosted a powerful webinar with experts Manisha Gupte, @dr_monalisha, Priya Das & @snagesh2 to address this critical issue. Read their insights: bit.ly/4fojW9p

#MeetTheModerator Meet @snagesh2, Advocacy Advisor, Global Health at @womeninGH, and our moderator for the #16DaysOfActivism webinar! She’ll lead an essential conversation on tackling overt & subtle forms of GBV in public health workplaces in India—and building safer spaces for women. Register today: bit.ly/3Z0ughG #WomensLeadershipMatters #ReimaginingLeadership

📢 Happening TODAY! Join our #16DaysOfActivism webinar on Tackling Gender-Based Violence in Public Health Workplaces in India. Hear from Manisha Gupte (MASUM), @dr_monalisha (@aiihphkolkata, @MoHFW_INDIA), Priya Das (@OPMglobal), & @snagesh2 (@womeninGH) as they discuss the forms of workplace violence women face & strategies to address GBV in public health settings. 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/3Z0ughG #WomensLeadershipMatters #ReimaginingLeadership

Best part of #HSR2024 was meeting amazing leaders from #SouthAsia: @JJagnoor @georgeinstitute & @snagesh2 @GWFellow! Proud of their work on #injury #equity #gender in #GlobalHealth 👍 @atlanticfellows @GWpublichealth @GeorgeInstIN @H_S_Global @womeninGH @womenlifthealth @UN_Women

An estimated 1.3 billion people live with a significant disability today. Persons with disabilities have the right to the highest attainable standard of health. More from @WHO on Tuesday’s Day of People with Disabilities. who.int/teams/noncommu… #IDPD

Thank you to all WGH Chapter member and partners for a wonderful #UNGA79 Meet and Greet session hosted by the NY Chapter! 🙌🙌 #WomenLeadership #HealthForAll

Women in Global Health delegates at the #UNGA79 Summit of the Future are driving change! @suzzaine_mambo, representing WGH Kenya. @womeninGH is championing gender equality and ensuring the rights of women and girls remain at the core of global decision-making.

🔔Register today! Join Women in Global Health on November 26 at 7:00 UTC for a webinar launching our 16 Days of Activism campaign: #WomenUnderFire. Watch this space to learn more about our all-star speaker lineup soon! Register ⬇️⬇️

🔔 One Week to Go! 🔔 Join Women in Global Health for an exciting webinar! Hear from global experts on gender-based violence, health equity, and more. Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… #WomenInGH #16DaysOfActivism #HealthEquity #EndGBV

Proud to celebrate the incredible women of our #EV4GH2024 cohort as they connect with global experts, drive meaningful impact, and inspire the next generation of women leaders in #GlobalHealth. 🌍 #EV4GH #HSR2024