The Pan American Health Organization has launched the second phase of its regional call for good practices aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality through primary health care across the Americas.
The initiative seeks to identify, document and share successful experiences that are helping improve the health of women and newborns in the region. It focuses on innovative and replicable practices that have shown positive results and can be adapted by other countries, territories or organizations.
The call is open to public institutions, civil society organizations, academic institutions, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, media and experts working in maternal and newborn health.
The initiative is part of PAHO’s broader call to action to accelerate the reduction of maternal mortality in the Americas. It also supports regional efforts to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths and advance progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.
Proposals must focus on one or more of PAHO’s six strategic priorities. These include strengthening governance in maternal and newborn health, expanding the first level of care, improving health service networks, enhancing the quality of care, developing the health workforce and empowering women, families and communities.
PAHO defines a good practice as an initiative, intervention, methodology or procedure that has demonstrated positive results and can be replicated or adapted in other settings. Selected practices are expected to contribute to stronger, more equitable and more effective maternal and newborn health services.
The proposals will be evaluated through a standardized methodology based on key attributes such as effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability, innovation, participation and adaptability. Cross-cutting issues such as equity, gender, ethnicity and human rights will also be considered.
By promoting good practices based on primary health care, PAHO aims to strengthen health systems and improve access to quality services for women and newborns. The initiative also encourages countries and organizations to share practical solutions that can help reduce preventable deaths.
Applications may be submitted in Spanish, English, Portuguese or French. The call provides an important opportunity for institutions and organizations across the Americas to showcase effective approaches in maternal and neonatal health.
Overall, PAHO’s second phase of the regional call reflects a continued commitment to improving maternal and newborn survival. By identifying and disseminating successful practices, the initiative supports stronger primary health care systems and better health outcomes for families across the Americas.
