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Gender and Universal Health Coverage

This course explores gender as a social determinant of health and its interaction with health systems. It highlights the role of gender in healthcare, its importance in achieving universal health coverage, and its relevance in addressing pandemics. Participants will gain insights into gender disparities in health, strategies for closing gender gaps in health data and research, and the impact of gender on health systems.

Delivery Mode

E-Learning

Location

Online

Language

English

Delivery Dates

Self-Paced

Duration

2-3 Hours

Overview

This course examines gender as a social determinant of health and its influence on health systems. It delves into the role of gender in healthcare, emphasizing its importance in achieving universal health coverage and responding to pandemics. Participants will explore key topics such as gender disparities in health outcomes, the impact of gender on healthcare access, and strategies to close gender gaps in health data and research. The program also covers the broader implications of gender in health systems and policy-making. By completing this program, learners will develop a deeper understanding of how gender intersects with health and the need for gender-responsive approaches in healthcare.