Human Resources for Health

In May 2016 the “Global Strategy on Human Resources for Health: Workforce 2030” (the “Global Strategy”) was adopted by the 69^th World Health Assembly. The Global Strategy identified a projected shortfall of 18 million health workers by 2030, primarily in low- and middle-income countries. In response, we are calling for submissions to our new thematic series Global Strategy on Human Resources for Health: Workforce 2030 – A Five-Year Check-In. This will bring together new evidence and insights demonstrating measurable results toward universal health coverage through HRH policies and investments. This article collection provides a five-year check-in.

Please read the full aims and scope of the collection here and submit manuscripts for consideration by 31 October 2021.

As a result of the significant disruption that is being caused by the COVID-19 pandemic we are very aware that many researchers will have difficulty in meeting the timelines associated with our peer review process during normal times.  Please do let us know if you need additional time. Our systems will continue to remind you of the original timelines but we intend to be highly flexible at this time.

Well-functioning regulatory mechanisms, such registration, licensing and certification bodies, and accreditation processes can strengthen the quality and performance of the health workforce, especially in a context of increasing international mobility of health workers. In response to this, we are delighted to publish a thematic series on Health workforce: Accreditation of education and regulation of practice.