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Module 2: Health financing, its core functions and implications for advocacy

Overview
In this section we will first hear about the concept of fiscal space and its importance for the sustainability of a government's spending choices. Next, we will look into more details at the three core functions of health financing and related implications for advocacy. Finally, we will focus on innovative financing mechanisms for health and how they can support traditional funding approaches.

Complementing the module, two audio podcasts will respectively shine a light on efforts to raise additional resources for health in Mexico and provide insights from Pakistan on how governments can extend coverage of cancer care services. 
  • Webinar 2.1: What is the fiscal space for health?
  • Webinar 2.2: An Advocates' guide to the core functions of health financing
  • Webinar 2.3: Innovative financing 101
  • Podcast: Advocating for sugar-sweetened beverage taxes in Mexico
  • Podcast: Providing access to affordable, quality cancer care for all