4th International CHW Symposium

From November 12–14, 2025, more than 300 CHWs from around the world gathered online for the 4th International Community Health Workers Symposium, organized by Community Partners International together with the ASEAN Institute for Health Development, Mahidol University, and Khon Kaen University, Thailand. Over 400 allies – researchers, health innovators and funders, policymakers, and private-sector partners – joined them. The assembled participants represented 68 countries across six continents.

Across five plenaries and more than 60 sessions, the Symposium highlighted the immense contributions of CHWs to universal health coverage, health equity, and health system strengthening. CHWs and allies shared lived experiences, community needs, research insights, and program innovations. They celebrated progress, examined challenges, and reflected on the realities of working in contexts shaped by funding constraints, climate change, conflicts, and geopolitical uncertainty. They also explored the alliances and actions needed to sustain and strengthen CHWs globally.

Emerging from this vibrant exchange was the Bangkok Call to Action, a powerful statement urging global leaders to renew and reinforce their commitment to CHWs. The energy, insight, and optimism brought by participants  throughout the Symposium are a powerful reminder: together, we hold the keys to a healthier and more equitable future.