Amref Health Africa in Ethiopia works to strengthen health systems so that communities can access quality, equitable, and people-centered health services. Our support focuses on the core building blocks of the health system, including primary health care, human resources for health, governance and leadership, health financing, service quality, health information systems, and emergency preparedness.
Working closely with the Ministry of Health, Regional Health Bureaus, health facilities, training institutions, and communities, we help improve the availability, readiness, and use of essential health services, especially for women, children, and underserved populations. This includes
We do this by:
- Building the capacity of health workers
- Strengthening planning and accountability systems
- Improving data use for decision-making,
- Promoting more efficient and equitable use of health resources
- Advocating for improved health care financing, and
- Supporting health facilities with practical solutions that enhance service delivery
Our integrated health system strengthening focus areas help us provide sustainable, high-standard, and equitable maternal and child health services nationwide.