Focusing on addressing the interplay between climate change, health systems and food systems through green solutions to improve public health and wellbeing
🤝 Collaboration is key.
At GHA, we focus on building partnerships that enable countries to detect, respond, and recover from health emergencies faster and more effectively. Preparedness is the foundation of health security. Let’s act now. 3/3
#HealthResilience#OneHealth
Today, on #InternationalEpidemicPreparednessDay, we highlight the importance of resilient health systems to protect lives and livelihoods.
At GHA, we champion solutions that strengthen systems for early detection, rapid response, and equitable access to care. #GlobalHealth 1/3
Resilient health systems save lives.
By investing in preparedness, we can prevent outbreaks from becoming global crises. From strong community engagement 2 robust surveillance systems, it's all about readiness.
#EpidemicPreparedness 2/2
Through arts-based workshops incorporating drawing, poetry, photography, and theatre, Sharma facilitated residents in articulating their experiences with climate change and inadequate infrastructure. #ArtForChange#SocialImpact
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We have exciting news! The Regional World Health Summit (@WorldHealthSmt) is coming to #India for the first time!
Swasti in #Collaboration with WHS and NIMS is organising a specially curated webinar for civil society organisations to guide them on how they can actively participate in the upcoming World Health Summit and maximise their #impact.
💻 Orientation on World Health Summit
📅 19th December 2024
📍Online (Zoom Meeting)
Register Here: https://t.co/85WgSh4YZm
The orientation webinar will equip civil society partners to network effectively, exchange best practices, and actively contribute to shaping #globalhealth discussions at the World Health Summit.
About WHS: The WHS Regional Meeting 2025 will be hosted by NIMS University Jaipur, Ashoka University, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) from April 25-27, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. @PATHtweets will join as the principal partner, while @SwastiHC will provide strategic and technical support.
The event's theme, "Scaling Access to Ensure Health Equity," aims to shape a health equity agenda for the global south and foster collaboration across sectors.
Learn more: https://t.co/6XiJwU3VMC
Sharing her experience of working with the Govandi community in the densely populated area of Mumbai, Natasha Sharma—an artist-researcher says: "There is no study, no data, no vocabulary on how #climatechange impacts those who experience it severely."
How can we bridge this gap?
#COP29 | India emphasizes the disproportionate climate burdens on the Global South, advocating for increased financial support & equitable policies. At GHA, we support these calls for inclusive and just #ClimateAction to protect vulnerable communities. Source: The Print news
🌍 Adopting sustainable practices is key to reducing carbon emissions. Which initiative should we prioritise?
Renewable energy
Energy-efficient tech
Reducing medical waste
Promoting telemedicine
Share your thoughts! 💡
#Sustainability#COP29#CarbonReduction
Driving Climate and Health Innovation 🌍
At the GHA Partners’ Round Table, Dr. Kamalika Banerjee introduced the Manthan Platform, a hub fostering collaboration between researchers, policymakers, and practitioners.
By empowering those working directly with vulnerable communities, this program is driving impactful change, fostering resilience, and ensuring healthcare systems are prepared for the realities of climate change. 🌍💚
#GHAWebinar#ClimateCareChampions#ResilientHealth#GreenHealth
At the GHA Partners’ Round Table meeting, Nymisha Herrera shared the inspiring work of the Climate Care Champions Program, which equips frontline workers with the skills and tools needed to tackle climate-health challenges.
the GHA Partners’ Round Table, Sushmita Malaviya shared innovative solutions for extreme heat, including AI and geospatial forecasting, heat shelters, early warnings, and community education—key strategies to tackle this growing climate challenge. #ClimateResilience
During today’s GHA webinar, Natasha Sharma shared the impact of “Gutter ki Machli,” a film by Govandi residents. Using art, it highlights poor infrastructure, public health, & climate issues, showing how empathy and creative spark collective action. https://t.co/tEy3HTiw3p
Green health means building a sustainable, holistic health ecosystem while addressing the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities. Join us to explore solutions and partnerships for climate-health resilience! 💚🌍 #GreenHealthAlliance#COP29