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Archive for April, 2024
World Health Assembly 2024
The World Health Assembly is the decision-making body of WHO. It is attended by delegations from all WHO Member States and focuses on a specific health agenda prepared by the Executive Board. The main functions of the World Health Assembly are to determine the policies of the Organization, appoint the Director-General, supervise financial policies, and […]
Geneva Health Forum Conference 2024
The Geneva Health Forum (GHF) is a Swiss not-for-profit initiative that brings together a diverse range of stakeholders to discuss and address global health challenges. This year’s edition will take place on May 27 – 29 in Geneva, Switzerland. This year’s GHF includes, amongst others, a dedicated day on the health of refugees and migrants. More info. Register to attend […]
Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Weeks (HNPW): Innovation, Partnership, and the Future of Humanitarian Response
As part of the HNPW, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and Sesame Workshop are delighted to invite you to the panel discussion: “Lessons from Ahlan Simsim: Innovation, partnership, and the future of humanitarian response” on April 30, 2024, 08:00-09:00 ET. Register to attend online. For more info on the event, please contact Elana Banin at Elana.Banin@rescue.org.
Bridging the Early Childhood Development Gap: Working in Partnership to Strengthen the Jordanian Health System
The partnership between the Jordan Ministry of Health and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) through the Ahlan Simsim initiative represents a groundbreaking approach to integrating early childhood development (ECD) into Jordan’s healthcare system. More info. Read the report. For more info, please contact Elana Banin at Elana.Banin@rescue.org.
Transforming Tomorrow: Innovative Solutions for Children in Crisis
The report developed by the International Rescuee Committee (IRC) shares learning from Ahlan Simsim’s experience in the MENA region. It concludes with a set of recommendations for funders, policymakers, and implementers, and advocates for nimble funding strategies; a dedicated focus on children and caregivers; and the integration of funding, research, and data for impactful global outcomes across sectors. More info. Read the report. For more info, […]
Films on migrants’ and refugees’ health shortlisted for a WHO Health for All Film Festival special prize
The World Health Organization’s fifth edition of the Health for All Film Festival features a special prize category titled “Migrants and Refugees Health” for short films that highlight the significant health challenges faced by refugees and migrants and their health needs. View and comment on your favourite shortlisted films and champion them on social media using the hashtag #Film4Health. Read more about […]
WHO’s Fifth Global School on Refugee and Migrant Health in Colombia
Colombia has been selected to host the World Health Organization’s Fifth Global School on Refugee and Migrant Health, reflecting the country’s critical role in addressing these populations’ health challenges. This hybrid event offers a platform to share best practices in refugees and migrant healthcare with a global audience, with more than 5,000 participants expected to attend. […]
Global Refugee Forum (GRF) 2023 Outcome Document
The GRF 2023 was widely hailed as a success, demonstrating diversity, dynamism, and positive community building despite growing global challenges. The participation of over 4,000 people in-person (including more than 320 refugees and stateless persons) and 10,000 virtually demonstrated remarkable political will and solidarity. The GRF 2023 Outcome Document is now available, as well as the Roadmap to the High-Level Officials Meeting (HLOM) […]