CORE Group's vision is a world of healthy communities, where no mother or child dies of preventable causes. We work towards this vision by bringing together our 50+ member organizations and network of partners to generate collaborative action and learning to improve and expand community-focused public health practices for underserved populations around the world. CORE Group makes a difference both as an independent not-for-profit organization and as the home of the Community Health Network.
To address small organizations’ financial needs, attain greater financial stability and organizational sustainability a new fee structure will take place starting January 2012. Learn more>>
"Windows of Opportunity for Health & Well-being"
On October 13-14th, many windows of opportunity opened as CORE Group members, partners, and associates came together to learn, network, and colaborate on ways to increase global health and well-being. From issues of equity to nutrition to community case management, participants shared best practices, lessons learned, and inspired one another to overcome challenges and continue moving forward.
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Learn how CORE Group brings together our 50+ members and associates to advance community health worldwide. Watch our new CORE Group overview.
On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization raised the level of influenza pandemic alert to phase 6, declaring the first influenza pandemic in over 40 years.
As more cases of the H1N1 virus emerge around the world, learn what you can do to prepare and train communities that you are working with.
Learn More about CORE Group's work on the Humanitarian Pandemic Preparedness (H2P) Initiative >>
Learn More about the H2P Community Planning and Response Curriculum >>
Scaling-up the Community-Based Health Workforce for Emergencies
This Joint Statement was developed by the Global Health Workforce Alliance together with the IFRC, UNHCR, UNICEF and WHO. It aims at drawing attention to the vital role played by CHWs in emergency risk management; promoting the scale-up, training and involvement of CHWs; and reinforcing the community-based health workforce.
In 2001, the CORE Group inaugurated the Dory Storms Child Survival Recognition Award to recognize an individual for his or her vision, concern, intelligence, commitment, and love for people in the developing world.
