Training Tomorrow’s Health Workforce: The Role of Academic Partnerships in Health Systems

Training Tomorrow’s Health Workforce: The Role of Academic Partnerships in Health Systems

April 16, 2026 | Harvard Global Health Institute In partnership with the Department of Global Health and Social Medicine, Harvard Medical School This plenary session examines how academic institutions and global partnerships are helping to address critical health workforce shortages worldwide. Panelists discuss innovative training models, cross-institutional collaboration, and context-responsive education strategies that strengthen health systems—particularly in low-resource and underserved settings. The conversation highlights how aligning education with population needs, supporting faculty development, and building sustainable partnerships can contribute to more equitable and resilient healthcare systems. 🎥 Part of the 2026 Global Health Symposium playlist 🔗 For more information about this event, please visit our webpage: https://globalhealth.harvard.edu/symposium/2026-global-health-symposium/ Speakers share their own perspectives; they do not speak for Harvard.