The African Health Emergency Workforce (AHEW) network is a key component of the Workforce Technical Working Group (TWG) under the Joint Emergency Action Plan (JEAP), supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). The AHEW serves as a centralized platform for trained public health emergency responders, including AVoHC-SURGE, Emergency Medical Teams (EMTs), Health Cluster Coordinators (HCCs), and other critical emergency personnel.
Maintain a real-time workforce database to track availability, expertise, and deployment history.
Learn moreFacilitate rapid deployment, matching trained responders with emergency needs.
Learn moreFacilitate collaboration among regional and national health leaders to strengthen emergency preparedness and response efforts.
Learn moreBuild the capacity of regional health leaders to strengthen public health emergency preparedness and management at all levels.
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AHEW enables rapid deployment of skilled SURGE personnel, including AVoHC-SURGE and regional health leaders, ensuring timely responses during public health emergencies.
AHEW fosters collaboration between regional partners, health authorities, and organizations to ensure a unified and effective emergency response.
AHEW emphasizes strengthening regional capacity through training, leadership development, and resource sharing to improve emergency preparedness.
Highlighting some of our most impactful initiatives, from successful deployments of SURGE personnel to capacity-building programs and strengthening public health systems in the region.
Together with our trusted partners, we strengthen regional health emergency responses. By fostering collaboration, we ensure timely and effective solutions during public health crises.
