Go Blue Video Campaign – World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW)

https://youtu.be/yok3qfZPVL4?feature=shared As part of the World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week 2024 – 18-24 November, we would like to invite you to contribute to our video series campaign. Your participation will be invaluable in raising awareness under this year’s theme: “Educate. Advocate. Act Now.” This campaign unites key stakeholders—high-level officials, including policymakers, healthcare practitioners, academics, civil society, AMR survivors, the private sector, and others—from various sectors and regions. It will emphasize the urgent actions outlined in the High-Level Political Declaration on AMR. We kindly request your contribution by sharing a short video (maximum 3 minutes) in your native or working language – GO BLUE ! with something blue (clothes, background, etc). A quote, reflection, or key message on AMR and its significance in your field or region for any of the following:  Please share your video  to communications@hdalliance.org or upload it to this folder https://tinyurl.com/WAAWHealthDiplo

Health diplomacy in war and international conflict

In an era where international conflicts and wars are increasingly prevalent, Health Diplomacy has become critical to effectively address prevalent health challenges and the deterioration of health systems. This webinar will examine the distinct health needs of different conflict zones, the limitations and priorities of health diplomacy, and the relationship between health and humanitarian diplomacy. The discussion will also consider the role of Health Diplomacy in resource mobilization and the tools necessary to strengthen health systems in crisis settings, mitigate the impacts of conflict, and contribute to long-term peace-building. Date: Tuesday, 29 October 2024 Time: 14:00 – 15:30  CET Format: Webinar (via Teams) – In English  Register here: https://tinyurl.com/HealthDiplomacyWar

Launch of the Health Diplomacy Youth Network

The Health Diplomacy Youth Network is an initiative designed to bring together young leaders committed to advancing global health through diplomacy and policy.  The network\’s official launch will take place on 20 September 2024, parallel to the Summit of the Future Action Days. By becoming part of this network, you will have the opportunity to engage with peers, exchange ideas, and contribute to critical discussions shaping the future of global health diplomacy.  We look forward to welcoming you to this dynamic community and to your involvement in shaping impactful solutions for global health. Register your interest and join us 👉 https://forms.office.com/e/YGfhKcDFD8   Let\’s unite in our commitment to advancing health diplomacy and working towards a healthier, more equitable world for all. Mark your calendars and join us on 20 September 2024 at Summit of the Future Action Days in New York City.

Walk the Talk: Health for All Challenge

Get ready to join the Health Diplomacy Alliance as we participate in the 5th edition of the Walk the Talk: Health for All Challenge on May 26, 2024! Returning to Geneva, Switzerland, this event promises to provide a healthy kickstart to the Seventy-seventh World Health Assembly. The WHO is leading this initiative, collaborating with the UN family, Member States, athletes, local sports clubs, health partners, and the Geneva community to emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyles. The Walk the Talk event serves as a platform to showcase measures for safely conducting public events, particularly amidst global health concerns. It brings together diverse stakeholders committed to promoting health and well-being on a global scale. Our participation underscores the Health Diplomacy Alliance\’s dedication to fostering collaboration and diplomacy in addressing health challenges worldwide. We are actively engaged in advocating for sustainable agreements for future pandemics, ensuring equity within the global health landscape. Let\’s unite in our commitment to advancing health diplomacy and working towards a healthier, more equitable world for all. Mark your calendars and join us on May 26, 2024 at 08:30h @Place des Nations, as we Walk the Talk for Health for All!

Geneva Health Forum

🌍 The Geneva Health Forum 2024 Conference: Health, a Common Good!🗓 May 27-29, 2024📍 Campus Biotech, Chemin des Mines 9, 1202 Geneva The Geneva Health Forum 2024 to be celebrated from May 27-29 is prepared to convene global health leaders, researchers, medical practitioners, field actors, and policymakers for a transformative conversation on challenges and solutions toward health equity and access. The ever-growing disparities in health outcomes worldwide underscore the limitations of relying solely on market mechanisms to ensure equitable access to healthcare. The Conference theme \”Health, a common good!\” reaffirms the importance of viewing health as a collective asset, requiring collaborative efforts, community engagement, and a broader focus on the social and environmental determinants of health. The 2024 GHF Conference will delve into the vision of health as a common good across three pivotal domains: 1.      Health and the Environment: Time for Solutions2.      Migration, Health, and Equity3.      Towards the Elimination of Malaria The Geneva Health Forum will serve as a platform for experts, researchers, and practitioners to collaborate, share insights, and advance solutions in these key areas.

Geneva Public Health Week 2024

Theme: Enhancing and Democratizing Governance in Global Health Date and Time: 9th April 2024 |15:00-17:00 (CET) Event Description: This event aims to explore the intersection of foreign affairs and health governance, focusing on the growing importance of health diplomacy. It will delve into the intricate dynamics between foreign affairs and health governance and the emergent significance of health diplomacy as a catalyst for health resolutions and policy implementation. Rather than merely seeking to enhance existing frameworks, it aims to critically evaluate current affairs and explore avenues for improvement and innovation. Event Type: Article Event Format: Online Language(s): English Organiser(s): Health Diplomacy Alliance How to Attend Virtually: Online Registration: N/A