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Wilbert Bannenberg is al ruim 35 jaar de luis in de pelsvan de farmaceutische industrie. Hij bestrijdt te hoge prijzen voor medicijnen. Juridische procedures zijn een manier om toegang te krijgen tot te dure medicijnen, zegt Wilbert Bannenberg.

Wilbert Bannenberg (72) strijdt tegen buitensporige winsten: ’Sommige farmaceuten lijden aan rupsje-nooit-genoeg-complex’

Al jaren opereert Wilbert Bannenberg (72), voorzitter van Stichting Farma ter Verantwoording, als luis in de pels van de farmaceutische industrie. Hij behaalde grote...

Reducing financial hardship from healthcare spending in low- and middle-income countries: a rapid evidence assessment  — hera - right to health and development Households across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) continue to face significant financial hardship as a result of healthcare costs. Out-of-pocket payments can push families into poverty, deepe...

We’ve completed a rapid evidence assessment for #FCDO reviewing studies on how to reduce financial hardship from healthcare costs.

The findings provide practical, policy-relevant insights about what works, why, and under what conditions: tinyurl.com/4d4kp899

Understanding factors shaping adolescent nutrition and mental health in Latin America: a new UNICEF study  — hera - right to health and development hera recently contributed to a regional qualitative study led by UNICEF LACRO examining how obesogenic and sociocultural environments influence body image, mental health, nutrition, and physical act...

We supported a UNICEF LACRO study exploring the factors that shape adolescent nutrition, mental health & body image in Peru & El Salvador, centring adolescents’ lived experiences and highlighting the importance of participatory, ethically grounded research.

www.hera.eu/news/underst...

Our Impact: 35 Years of transforming global health  — hera - right to health and development This year, hera celebrates 35 years of dedication, innovation, and transformative change. From our humble beginnings in a small attic with a fax machine to a global cooperative working across more t...

35 years. 1 mission: health and development as a right for all.

From grassroots action to global impact, hera’s journey has been shaped by partnership, purpose and perseverance.

Celebrate 35 years of impact with us 👉 www.hera.eu/news/hera-35...

Strengthening safe passage for migrants by improving access to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Sexual and Gender Based Violence services in emergencies — hera - right to health and development Migration across South and Central America continues to pose significant challenges for migrants, particularly women, girls, and LGBTIQ+ individuals. These groups face heightened risks of sexual and g...

#SafePassage isn’t only about mobility, it’s also about dignity, health and protection. In partnership with @ippf.bsky.social we have launched an initiative to improve access to #SRH services and support for #SGBV for people on the move in emergencies.

Read more here: tinyurl.com/yc7jupzf

Shifting perceptions on safe abortion in Liberia  — hera - right to health and development Unsafe abortion remains a major public health challenge in Liberia, contributing significantly to maternal mortality and undermining women’s rights and health. To better understand the social attitude...

🇱🇷 hera, together with NCH and the IWG for Reproductive Health & Rights, has released a study on social norms around access to safe abortion in #Liberia, offering a clear picture of challenges & emerging shifts.

Read more here: tinyurl.com/ytf3u3vw

#GlobalHealth #SRHR #ReproductiveRights #Abortion

35 Years of hera: The Journey So Far — hera - right to health and development This year, hera turned 35. From an attic with a fax machine to a global cooperative shaping health and development, our journey has been one of flexibility, reinvention, and relentless commitment to...

🎉 Celebrating 35 years of hera!
From a small attic in 1990 to a global cooperative advancing the right to health and development worldwide 💛

Here’s to 35 years of impact — and the journey ahead!
🔗 hera.eu/news/hera-35-the-journey-so-far

#hera35 #RightToHealth #GlobalDevelopment

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We’re proud to share that hera is now a Certified #BCorp!
This milestone recognises years of work towards balancing purpose with impact, caring for people & planet.

Big thanks to our team who worked hard to make this possible 💛
Learn more about what this means for us
🔗 www.hera.eu/news/hera-ce...

Just wrapped an assignment mapping strategic entry points for gender equality & #SRHR in #Syria, #Jordan & #Lebanon. Deeply grounded in rights, rooted in local realities, and aimed at systemic change.

🌍✊ Proud to support Sida & NCG Sweden in this very important work: www.hera.eu/news/mapping...

Strengthening access to reproductive health commodities: hera’s evaluation of the Best Practices Grant  — hera - right to health and development From 2020 to 2025, the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) , with funding from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) , led a programme entitled “Establishing Best Practi...

hera recently evaluated a 5-year CHAI/FCDO grant to expand access to reproductive health products.

🔑 Key wins: stronger government-led RH systems, increased access to IUDs & MA combi-packs, and lessons for future sustainability.

➡️ Read more here: www.hera.eu/news/strengt...

#SRHR #GlobalHealth

Building a foundation for gender and social inclusion in Mozambique’s public works sector  — hera - right to health and development Gender and social inclusion are vital pillars for sustainable development, especially in public infrastructure projects that have far-reaching impacts on communities. Recognizing this, the Ministry of...

Policy + people + participation = real change.

In #Mozambique, hera helped develop a Gender and Social Inclusion Strategy tackling gender-based violence and structural barriers across the sector.

📌 Read more here: www.hera.eu/news/buildin...

#GenderEquity #SocialInclusion #GBV #SEA #SH

Pioneering health sector reform: Rwanda's National Pharmacy Policy (2024-2029) — hera - right to health and development — hera - right to health and development In a milestone achievement for global health policy, Rwanda has successfully launched its National Pharmacy Policy (2024-2029), marking a transformative step toward strengthening pharmaceutical govern...

We're proud to have supported the development of Rwanda’s National Pharmacy Policy (2024–2029)—blending evidence, innovation, and inclusivity.

Read how #Rwanda is leading the way with:
➡️ Digital tools
➡️ Traditional medicine
➡️ Greener supply chains
➡️ Stronger governance

www.hera.eu/news/pioneer...

Comprehensive evaluation of UNICEF Mexico’s 2020-2025 Country Programme Document  — hera - right to health and development At hera , we recently had the opportunity to lead an in-depth evaluation of UNICEF Mexico’s 2020-2025 Country Programme Document (CPD) ( Evaluación del Programa de País 2020-2025 de UNICEF en México ...

hera led the evaluation of @unicef.org Mexico’s 2020-2025 Country Programme

🔍 Our approach:
✅ Mixed-methods evaluation
✅ Participatory theory of change workshops
✅ Gender equity, human rights & inclusion focus
✅ Advanced data analysis tools

Learn more: www.hera.eu/news/compreh...

Mapping the Future of Community Health in the MENA Region — hera - right to health and development Community health systems are the backbone of equitable healthcare delivery, especially in regions where vulnerable populations, including children, face significant health challenges. Recognizing the ...

🌍 Check out our latest blog on the MENA Region Community Health Dashboard!

Discover how @unicef.org MENA & hera mapped community health systems in 12 countries to improve health outcomes across the region.

🔗 Read more: www.hera.eu/news/mapping...

Unveiling the gendered impact of climate change in the Sahel: A groundbreaking study led by young women researchers — hera - right to health and development The Sahel region stands at the crossroads of climate change and gender inequality, where the escalating climate crisis disproportionately impacts adolescent girls and young women in their diversity. R...

Groundbreaking research co-led with young women co-researchers reveals the gendered impact of #ClimateChange in the Sahel!

🌍📚 Discover how #FeministResearch & #YouthLeadership are amplifying adolescent girls and young women's voices and driving change.

Read more here: www.hera.eu/news/unveili...

hera's 2024 Annual Overview — hera - right to health and development Explore this year's report to explore the stories behind our projects, the insights we've gained, and the progress we've made towards a healthier and more equitable world.

2024 was a very impactful year at hera! We:
🏥 Strengthened health systems
💫 Evaluated emergency responses
🌍 Advanced universal health coverage
🛟 Supported safeguarding initiatives
🤝 Growing internally
🔜 B Corps certification

Read our Annual Overview for key highlights ➡️ www.hera.eu/2024

Bridging health system gaps: Key findings from Kenya’s Gavi HSS Evaluation — hera - right to health and development In recent years, Kenya has made significant strides in reducing childhood morbidity and mortality from vaccine-preventable diseases. A key contributor to this progress has been the Gavi Health System...

💉🌍 With UNICEF’s support and alongside ICRH Kenya, hera evaluated the impactful Gavi Health System Strengthening programme. Kenya has made great strides in reducing illness and deaths from vaccine-preventable diseases.

Read more about its relevance, effectiveness, and impact: shorturl.at/uXkc2