CHH-Lancet Commission

CHH–Lancet Commission on Health, Conflict & Forced Displacement. Confronting and reshaping humanitarian health systems.

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

Launch events on the Commission’s report on health, conflict, and displacement — join us in your region.

20 May → 13 July https://t.co/VQBm76HxX9

#CHHLancetCommission #HealthInCrises #HumanitarianHealth

[JHU Humanitarian Health @Humanit_Health]

“There needs to be a transformation,” says Paul Spiegel the chair of @HealthConflComm & director of @humanit_health. “Invert the power so affected populations, local authorities, and local NGOs are really running the show.”

Read more in @newhumanitarian: https://t.co/u6zN9y2WUr

[The Lancet @TheLancet]

There's still time to register for the launch of the @Humanit_Health–Lancet Commission on Health, Conflict, and Forced Displacement

📆 May 20
🕗 9:00 (CEST)
📍 Institute of Global Health, UNIGE

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/1fhoITFPRe

@JohnsHopkinsSPH, @UNIGEnews, @WHO, @Refugees, @UNICEF, @ICRC, @MSF, @ALIMA_ORG, @ALIMAong, @EMPHNET, @BRACUniversity, @Uniandes

#CHHLancetCommission #HealthInCrises #HumanitarianHealth

[JHU Humanitarian Health @Humanit_Health]

“They always call for dialogue and meetings,
but you, the community member, have no say.”
— Refugee woman, Uganda
Health in a World of Crises and Impunity —
Launching 20 May 2026
@UNICEF, @ICRC, @HealthConflComm

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

Conflict and displacement are reshaping the humanitarian system and health of people.
The CHH-Lancet Commission report launched in Geneva on 20 May. Join the US discussion on June 2.

📍 Washington, DC + online
🔗 https://t.co/xVTWWqCWJ0
#CHHLancetCommission #HumanitarianHealth

[JHU Humanitarian Health @Humanit_Health]

The @HealthConflComm report on health, conflict and forced displacement launches 20 May.

What does this mean for the future of the humanitarian system and humanitarian health?

Join us: https://t.co/pvf4wL2gKh
#CHHLancetCommission #HumanitarianHealth #HumanitarianReform

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

At #GSMERH2025 in Lisbon, we shared early findings from four country case studies (Mexico, Türkiye, Syria, Yemen) of the @HealthConflComm
A key theme:strengthening localization of humanitarian responses. Grateful to our Commissioners&NextGen Scholars!
@Humanit_Health @TheLancet

[JHU Humanitarian Health @Humanit_Health]

Dr. Paul Spiegel, director of the @Humanit_Health at @JohnsHopkinsSPH, and the @HealthConflComm are reimagining how the humanitarian system works. Spiegel presented some of his recommendations on the latest Intercross podcast. Listen now https://t.co/ECmdq6kcJ2

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

Our Commissioners Paul Spiegel, Chi-Chi Undie, Özge Karadağ, Karl Blanchet & Muhammad Zaman contributed as consultants to the UNDP Human Development Report 2025.

Their input focused on AI’s potential uses, challenges & ethical considerations in humanitarian contexts.

🔗More ↓

[UN Development @UNDP]

READ NOW!

Our new Human Development Report is out.

#HDR2025 explores how AI affects people at different stages of their lives, and how it influences broader social, economic and political processes.

Learn more: https://t.co/iri6zNcLmm

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

🎥 Missed our April 15 webinar? Watch the recording now:
Decolonizing Education & Training in the Humanitarian System in the Time of Trump
📺 https://t.co/0UjhSXNLOn
🗓️ Our series continues in autumn 2025.

@Humanit_Health @TheLancet

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

🗓️ Join us April 15 | 10:00 EDT
📢 Decolonizing Education & Training in the Humanitarian System in the Time of Trump

📍A CHH-Lancet Commission webinar

🎙Thought-provoking insights from global experts

🔗Registration link:
https://t.co/vZqoPTkHES

@Humanit_Health @TheLancet

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

🗓️ Join us April 15 | 10:00 EDT
📢 Decolonizing Education & Training in the Humanitarian System in the Time of Trump

📍A CHH-Lancet Commission webinar

🎙Thought-provoking insights from global experts

🔗Registration link:
https://t.co/vZqoPTkHES

@Humanit_Health @TheLancet

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

1️⃣CHH-Lancet Commissioners' Joint Call in The Lancet The humanitarian system must be transformed-not destroyed.
Cutting aid recklessly will cost lives&destabilize global health security.
Reform must be bold, evidence-driven&just.
https://t.co/1z9FqRKIJy
@TheLancet
@Humanit_Health

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

2️⃣ The Humanitarian System Must Evolve—Not Collapse.
The world is facing unprecedented crises. Dismantling humanitarian structures without alternatives will have catastrophic consequences.
CHH-Lancet Commissioners call for strategic, evidence-based humanitarian reform.

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

3️⃣ A System Built to Save Lives Must Not Be Recklessly Dismantled.
Humanitarian assistance is essential—but it must meet today’s challenges.
CHH-Lancet Commissioners’ joint call for bold and accountable humanitarian reform , not thoughtless destruction.
🔗https://t.co/1z9FqRKIJy

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

2️⃣
Commissioners & NextGen Scholars engaged in face-to-face sessions in Istanbul, tackling themes prepared for over a year. These discussions will shape actionable steps toward a more effective humanitarian health system in 2025.
🌟 Stay tuned!
@TheLancet @Humanit_Health

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

1️⃣
🌍From Jan 21–24, 2025, CHH-Lancet Commission & NextGen Scholars gathered in Istanbul to reimagine the humanitarian system. Panels like "International Humanitarian Diplomacy" & "Strengthening Training & Research Capacity" sparked critical discussions with global participants.

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

🌍 Over the past 2 days in #Istanbul, we worked diligently with global colleagues to reimagine a #humanitarian health system that’s no longer fit for purpose. Stay tuned for updates in 2025!

Follow us to stay connected and join the conversation.📢

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

Webinar:
Beyond the Letter of the Law: Are Current Legal Frameworks Enough to Protect Conflict-Affected Populations?
📝 Share with us your views on legal frameworks so we can incorporate into the Commission: https://t.co/8dqyCmLE15
📽️Watch the recording: https://t.co/NHk9AVJTCE

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

Meet @HealthConflComm #NextGenScholars!🌍
These exceptional, diverse scholars are nominated by a Commissioner. While benefiting from Commissioners' expertise, they’re accomplished professionals bringing depth&nuance to the Commission’s work.
Explore here: https://t.co/Sd4vyI76Hb

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

HAPPENING NOW!

[CHH-Lancet Commission @HealthConflComm]

Join us this Dec 2nd at 8 am EST. Registration is still open.