GPHW2024: What is the district health system and how has it evolved in South Africa?

Theme: Putting Mental Wellbeing on the Health Agenda

Date and Time: 10th April 2024 | 16:00-17:30 (GMT+2)

Event Description: The South African Learning Alliance District Health Systems (SALAD) together with the Public Health Association of South Africa (PHASA) will be hosting a webinar titled ‘What is the District Health System (DHS) and how has it evolved in South Africa?’ It provides a historical account of the DHS in South Africa, detailing key milestones since its inception, culminating in a discussion on the value of the DHS in light of current health reforms. This is an introductory webinar on the DHS and will be followed by other webinars (to be hosted through SALAD) that explore various themes and sub-themes related to DHS features.

Oral contributions will be made by a combination of health managers and academics. The webinar is open to all, however, it will be most beneficial to the following audiences: health district and sub-district managers, provincial/national directors, health academics and researchers, emerging public health practitioners, and those working within NGOs or civil society. 

Event Type: Seminar / Webinar

Event Format: online

Language(s): English

Organiser(s): Public Health Association of South Africa (PHASA)

How to Attend Virtually: Zoom Link

Registration: N/A

GPHW2024: Leadership lessons from the pandemic to the planetary emergency

Theme: Rethinking Public Health Paradigms

Date and Time: 08 April 2024 | 11:00 – 12:00 (BST)

Event Description: Dr. Jo Nurse’s book, “Leadership Lessons from a Global Health Crisis – from the Pandemic to the Climate Emergency,” delves into crucial questions about preventing pandemics and securing our future.

Former Prime Ministers James Bolger and Bertie Ahern stress the importance of global cooperation in facing these challenges. Launched at the InterAction Council’s 37th Annual Plenary Meeting, the book proposes innovative solutions and emphasizes the need for stronger leadership and governance mechanisms. Drawing on insights from world leaders and experts, it advocates for a global security platform and council for people and the planet.

Book Link: Leadership Lessons from a Global Health Crisis

Event Type: Seminar/Webinar

Event Format: online

Language(s): English

Organiser(s): Dr. Jo Nurse

How to Attend Virtually: Zoom link

Registration: N/A

GPHW2024: Webinaire: Vers Une Democratie Sanitaire Visant A Promovouir Une Vie Durable Pour Des Communautes Prosperes : « Dix propositions pour une véritable transformation du secteur de la santé pour tous et par tous au Cameroun

Theme: Promoting a Sustainable Life for Thriving Communities

Date and Time: 11th April 2024 | 14:00-15:30 (GMT+1)

Event Description: Dans son rôle de partenaire d’appui-conseil de l’Etat du Cameroun en matière de santé publique, l’Association Camerounaise de Santé Publique (ACASAP), créée en 2007 et devenue membre de la Fédération mondiale des Associations de santé publique (WFPHA) en 2008, publie et soumet à la Haute attention des Autorités politiques et sanitaire du Cameroun depuis 2014, des Notes de Plaidoyer sur l’état du secteur de la santé.

La trois premières Notes publiées respectivement en 2014, 2016, et 2018 portaient sur le renforcement du système de santé et la réduction des inégalités sociales de santé ; la qualité des soins et la gouvernance dans les formations sanitaires au Cameroun et les quatre symphonies inachevées du secteur de la sante.

La quatrième Note de Plaidoyer qui fait objet de partage dans ce Webinaire, procède à une analyse stratégique du secteur de la santé inspirée du modèle publié dans la Charte mondiale pour la santé des populations qui définit les trois services clés et les quatre fonctions essentielles de la santé publique. Elle présente les acquis et les défis du secteur par service et fonction, identifie les opportunités et les menaces sur la base desquelles, elle émet six conditions nécessaires pour améliorer la situation sanitaire et formule dix propositions pour une véritable transformation du secteur de la santé « vers une démocratie sanitaire qui viserait à promouvoir une vie durable pour des communautés prospères et en bonne santé».

But du Webinaire : Partager avec la communauté du mouvement mondial de Santé Publique, la quatrième Note de Plaidoyer Politique de l’Association Camerounaise de Santé Publique (ACASAP)

Objectifs du Webinaire:
1. Partager avec la communauté nationale et internationale de la Santé Publique, les dix propositions susceptibles de transformer le secteur de la santé vers une Démocratie sanitaire pour promouvoir une vie durable pour des communautés prospères.
2. Animer un échange avec les participants sur les dix propositions.

Event Type: Seminar / Webinar

Event Format: Online

Language(s): Français

Organiser(s): Association Camerounaise de Santé Publique (ACASAP)

How to Attend Virtually: Zoom link (will be sent after registration)

Registration: Link

GPHW2024: Developing the Right Competencies within Tomorrow’s Health Workforce

Theme: Fostering the Development of the Right Competencies within Tomorrow’s Health Workforce

Date and Time: 12th April 2024 | 12:00-13:00 (GMT)

Event Description: This webinar, organized by the FPH Academic Public Health and Public Health Educators in Medical Schools SIGs, will be split into two sessions and explore:

• How we make Public Health meaningful for future doctors and prepare the workforce? With Richard Pinder and the team from Imperial College London.
• Development of a competency framework for the WHO Essential Public Health Functions With Dr. Jack Haywood and his colleague from the WHO.
  

Event Link

Event Type: Seminar / Webinar

Event Format: online

Language(s): English

Organiser(s): FPH Academic Public Health and Public Health Educators in Medical Schools SIGs

How to Attend Virtually: Zoom Link (will be sent after registration)

Registration: Link

GPHW2024: Empowering Tomorrow’s Healthcare Leaders: Nurturing Essential Competencies for a Resilient Health Workforce

Theme: Fostering the Development of the Right Competencies within Tomorrow’s Health Workforce

Date and Time: 12th April 2024 | 17:00-18:00 am (GMT)

Event Description: The Federation of African Medical Students’ Associations (FAMSA) will host an online seminar during GPHW 2024. In this webinar, we will delve into the dynamic landscape of healthcare and explore strategies to cultivate the essential competencies required for the future health workforce. From technological advancements to evolving patient needs, we will discuss how to foster adaptability, resilience, and innovation within healthcare professionals. Join us to gain insights into shaping a robust workforce capable of addressing the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow’s healthcare environment.

To ensure active participation, we encourage attendees to submit questions in advance through this link.

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Event Type: Seminar / Webinar

Event Format: online

Language(s): English

Organiser(s):Federation of African Medical Students’ Associations (FAMSA)

How to Attend Virtually: Zoom Link (will be sent after registration)

Registration: Link

GPHW2024: Supporting Sustainable and Thriving Communities

Theme: Promoting a Sustainable Life for Thriving Communities

Date and Time: 11th April 2024 | 12:00 – 13:00 (GMT)

Event Description: This webinar, organized by the FPH Emergency Services and Sustainable Development SIGs, will explore how communities can be supported to become more resilient, enabling them to be better prepared in the face of emergencies, and the role of emergency services in this work. We will discuss themes of violence, adverse weather events, and sustainability, and consider the win-win outcomes of resilience building.

Event Link

Event Type: Seminar / Webinar

Event Format: online

Language(s): English

Organiser(s): FPH Emergency Services and Sustainable Development SIGs

How to Attend Virtually: Zoom Link (will be sent after registration)

Registration: Link