Recorded on the sidelines of WHA79, this episode of Health Diplomacy Youth Speaks explores the vital role of health economics in shaping stronger and more sustainable health systems. Hosted by HDYN Chair Matthew Carvalho, the conversation features Mireia Jofre-Bonet – Chief Research Officer and Head of Education Research of the Office of Health Economics and Professor at the Department of Economics, City St George’s, University of London, who shares insights on the intersection of economics, policy, and global health. Together, they discuss how economic evidence can inform health decision making, improve resource allocation, and support equitable access to care. This episode highlights why health economics is an essential pillar of effective health diplomacy and global health governance.
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One Health Podcast
Our Founder, Katherine Urbáez, presented a snapshot of the findings on her research about How does Health Diplomacy impacts One Health Implementation; The Cases of Switzerland and Rwanda.
Conducted by the Global Health Center of the Geneva Graduate Institute The podcast “Implementing One Health through Health Diplomacy: Comparing Switzerland and Rwanda” explores the founding on how these two nations utilize diplomatic strategies to advance the One Health initiative, which integrates human, animal, and environmental health to address comprehensive health challenges.
Switzerland uses its extensive health infrastructure and diplomatic clout to promote One Health principles on a global scale. The country integrates health into its foreign policy and fosters international cooperation to tackle global health issues comprehensively.
In contrast, Rwanda focuses on embedding One Health into national policies and local governance. The country has achieved significant progress through community-based health strategies and multisectoral engagement. Rwanda’s approach highlights how effective One Health strategies can be implemented with strong political commitment and innovative local solutions.
The podcast underscores the distinct and synergistic methods employed by Switzerland and Rwanda, demonstrating how different strategies can effectively achieve shared health goals.