Mogadishu 21-22,Oct,206: The President of the Somali National Union of Healthcare Workers (SONUH), Hamdi Hashi, delivered presentations during a two-day workshop focused on key issues affecting healthcare workers and the importance of strengthening Somalia’s healthcare system.
During the workshop, Hamdi Hashi highlighted the essential role healthcare workers play in delivering health services and supporting communities across Somalia. She emphasised the need to protect healthcare workers’ rights, improve working conditions, promote occupational health and safety, and ensure fair treatment and professional dignity for all healthcare personnel.
Her presentations also underscored the importance of strengthening workers’ representation, promoting social dialogue, and encouraging cooperation among trade unions, government institutions, healthcare employers, and other relevant stakeholders to address challenges facing the health workforce.
As an organisation committed to defending healthcare workers, SONUH continues to advocate for decent work, improved staff welfare, and a safe and supportive working environment for all healthcare professionals.
SONUH believes that protecting healthcare workers is fundamental to improving the quality of healthcare services and building a stronger, more resilient health system in Somalia.
SONUH remains committed to standing for healthcare workers’ rights, dignity, and welfare.
