Global learning: A post-COVID-19 approach to advance health equity

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2024

Publication Title

Glob Public Health

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated acceptance of learning from other countries, especially for high-income countries to learn from low- and middle-income countries, a practice known as global learning. COVID-19's rapid disease transmission underscored how connected the globe is as well as revealed stark health inequities which facilitated looking outside of one's borders for solutions. The Global Learning for Health Equity (GL4HE) Network, supported by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, held a 3-part webinar series in December 2021 to understand the current state of global learning and explore how global learning can advance health equity in the post-COVID-19 era. This paper reflects on these cutting-edge discussions about the current state of global learning, drawing upon the highlights, perspectives, and conclusions that emerged from these webinars. The paper also comments on best practices for global learning, including adapting for context, addressing biases, funding considerations, ensuring bidirectional partnerships, community engagement, and adopting a multidisciplinary approach.

Medical Subject Headings

Humans; COVID-19; Health Equity; Pandemics; Income; Global Health

PubMed ID

38626120

Volume

19

Issue

1

First Page

2340507

Last Page

2340507

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