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One of our most widely read articles at PLOS GPH journal! Country ownership in global health by Abdisalan M. Noor 1. Country ownership is not yours to ensure, you certainly cannot confer it 2 Do not confuse government with country, or ministry of health with the health system 3. Have a dialogue, ask questions, listen to those who live with the problem 4. ‘Evidentiary’ knowledge and control over funds create power asymmetries 5. You are a helper and an ally, accept these roles and stay true to them 6. The most important voices for change are often the quietest 7. The power of data to change minds is not simply in the ‘quality of the evidence’ but in the ‘change activism’ it catalyzes 8. One size doesn’t fit all, really! 9. Beware of the policy development addicts 10. Harvesting of national data is the silent scandal of global health https://lnkd.in/gTdbaJ-m

Resharing this piece...expand this link to read the key takeaways in the article and then consider whether you are part of the problem, or part of the solution. Excellent work. #countryownership #globalhealth

💬 "A better future will not write itself; those in power must seize the initiative and advance equity in the midst of calamity." Delighted to write for Global Policy Journal at Durham University about the polycrisis facing #GlobalHealth and how the UK should tackle it. 👇 (This was written in my capacity as Senior Digital Campaigns and Media Advisor at Action for Global Health - go follow them if you haven't already!) https://lnkd.in/eyVAS9di

ECLAC and PAHO today urged the countries of the region not to sideline health on the public agenda during the current post-pandemic period. Investment in this sector should be a priority, both because of the duty to ensure the population's right to health and because of its fundamental role in achieving inclusive social development in Latin America and the Caribbean, they stated in a new joint report. ℹ️ Read more: https://lnkd.in/evkeH2j7 #HealthForAll

SCO'S TRANSFORMATIVE REPORT ON FIRST NATIONS HEALTH The Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) is pleased to announce the official release of a report outlining and acknowledging the paths to true self-determination and sovereignty when it comes to health care delivery for First Nations. “Decolonization: Recognizing First Nations Sovereignty” is SCO’s response to Canada’s call for engagement on the co-development of distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation to improve access and address health inequities between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. The report also notes the legal and policy tools required to address the health inequities and calls for decolonization in health, along with successful co-development of First Nations health legislation with our federal, provincial, and other Treaty partners. “This report is another crucial step towards achieving legislative reconciliation for health care,” said SCO Grand Chief Jerry Daniels. “I want to recognize and commend the efforts of SCO’s Health Transformation Team for preparing this vital report for the rest of the world to see.” Find our full announcement about this new report here: https://lnkd.in/gZFwQnw3 You can read our “Decolonization: Recognizing First Nations Sovereignty” report at: https://lnkd.in/gUtV6X3j #SCOINCMB #SCOHealth #wellness #decolonization #report #Anishinaabe #Dakota #health #FirstNations #transformation #UnitedNations #Manitoba #Canada

Curious about the Pandemic Agreement negotiations in the leadup to the WHA? Check out our commentary for some insights.

Check out our commentary "Lost in negotiation: re-positioning Public Health in the Pandemic Agreement". Some key points - ➡️ The core purpose of any Pandemic Agreement should prioritize population health over profits and private rights ➡️ The text provides little comfort that profiteering by the global companies providing products in COVID-19 will not happen again ➡️ Charitable ad hoc measures are not an effective approach to resolving pandemics ➡️ The Agreement should function as an enforcement mechanism to protect LMIC populations from commercial exploitation during a pandemic ➡️ Asymmetries of power exist between national and international interests, and between countries and Transnational Corporations, that favor governance models that enable them to pursue their trade and commercial goals 🔑 Takeaway: Pandemics should not be opportunities for profiteering and exploitation of privileges!

In order to create responsive primary health systems that can help African countries reach health-related #SDGs, governments must prioritize: 🏥 Investment in salaried and skilled community health workers #CHWS ⛓️ Investment in integrated supply chains 📣Amplified community voices in decision-making Learn more in our newest blog post: https://bit.ly/3ApwEWV

Dr Tine Hanrieder highlights the pressing need for policymakers to address various global health challenges, including disparities, pandemic preparedness, equitable access to healthcare, climate change impacts, health workforce shortages, and the importance of public capacity and coalition-building. #healthpolicy #globalhealth #publiccapacity #coalition

Despite ambitions for a strong European Health Union, health remains a low priority in the EU Strategic Agenda. This needs to change.   At this week's EU Summit, leaders adopted the Strategic Agenda 2024-2029. But where does health stand in this Agenda?   The new European Commission must prioritise health. We welcome the Health Council's commitment to public health, health promotion, and disease prevention.   Although the new Agenda addresses crises, it lacks a comprehensive strategy for advancing the European Health Union. With non-communicable diseases causing nearly 90% of EU deaths, it's crucial to consider the Health Council's conclusions on mental health, healthy environments, and climate change.   🗣️ “We must prioritise preventive measures, including legislative action, and ensure health equity is at the forefront of our efforts. We cannot afford to overlook these critical aspects if we are to build a resilient and healthy Europe,” says Caroline Costongs.   👉 Health needs to be central in the EU’s Strategic Agenda. This means addressing socioeconomic factors (education, employment, living conditions) and commercial influences (tobacco, ultra-processed food).   👉 A Wellbeing Economy investing in health, social equity, and environmental sustainability is essential for a healthier, more equitable Europe.   Read our full response here: https://lnkd.in/eyZTePCH   Want more info on our work on an Economy of Wellbeing? Click this link: https://lnkd.in/eaZ4aAdt   #EUCO #EU #HealthUnion #PublicHealthMatters #PublicHealth #PreventiveHealth #WellbeingEconomy #HealthEquity #EuroHealthNet #Europe