Promoting accessibility and inclusivity: big words, but can we achieve them?
When a city is completely inaccessible for people with disabilities, where do we start? Or should we just throw up our hands and declare defeat?
Read about news from our programs and projects, sector news, stories from our partners, events and more.
Promoting accessibility and inclusivity: big words, but can we achieve them?
When a city is completely inaccessible for people with disabilities, where do we start? Or should we just throw up our hands and declare defeat?
Understanding women’s birthing preferences in rural Vietnam
The other thing that was unsurprising, but resonated with me nonetheless, was that very few women chose to deliver their babies at health facilities. If they did go to a health facility for delivery, it was most likely because they experienced excessive, prolonged pain during labour. Women preferred home delivery for different reasons.
Monsoon rain and traffic jams: thoughts on women’s access to health care in rural Vietnam
It got me thinking about how challenging it can be to access health services for those who live in a remote location, even without the added element of weather.
The Carfree Tree
Isn’t it just a tad wimpy to shrug and say, “Can’t be done”?
These boots were made for walking…
My colleagues at Work for a Better Bangladesh have created a video about walking—and the involvement of young people in creating better pedestrian environments. HealthBridge partners around the world are supporting this movement.
Fine-tuning how we measure results in our new maternal and child health project
Addressing both the supply side (or availability and quality of services) and demand side (the decision and/or ability to access services) is what excites and motivates me about this MNCH project.
Not enough play space? Take over the streets!
We can create better cities. We can invite and celebrate diversity. Watch the video below.
Page 19 of 48