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World Health Organization

WHO EPI-WIN Webinar

The New Face of Pandemic Preparedness: Part One 

09.00 - 10.00 CEST (Geneva time)

Wednesday 23 April 2025

REGISTER HERE 

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound economic, societal, and health consequences across all regions and income groups. Although medical advancements have reduced mortality, the broader systemic disruptions—economic instability, labor market shocks, inflation, and longterm development setbacks—have been significant. Moreover, new vulnerabilities have emerged in a hyperconnected, rapidly changing world, including digital dependencies, misinformation, and sociopolitical polarization.

The Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB) is preparing its 2025 report under the theme “The New Face of Pandemic Preparedness” that will address the three following questions:

1. What are the various impact of pandemics we need to prepare for?

2. After COVID-19, what can we anticipate for the next crisis?

3. What insights can be drawn to improve preparedness in a fragmented world?

 It is essential to incorporate a nuanced understanding of the evolving impacts of pandemics. This includes not only the economic toll of pandemics but also the implications for preparedness plans and National Action Plans for Health Security (NAPHS). GPMB and the WHO Information Network for Epidemics (EPI-WIN) will host this technical consultation to gather expert insights on how the impact dimensions of pandemics should reshape future planning and action.

For your reference, the GPMB 2024 report can be found at: https://www.gpmb.org/reports/report-2024 

Objectives

The EPI-WIN consultation aims to:

• Highlight the salient impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on short- and long-term consequences across sectors and regions.

• Explore how these impacts are driving revisions of pandemic preparedness strategies and National Action Plans for Health Security.

• Identify key lessons, policy gaps, and forward-looking strategies to build more resilient preparedness systems.

The outcome of the discussion will feed into the GPMB 2025 report and recommendations.

Tentative agenda (TBC)

09:00 – 09:05

Welcome and introductions

09:05 – 09:15

Presentation of the consultation objectives and key questions

09:15 – 09:50

Moderated expert discussion 

09:50 – 10:00 

Summary of key takeaways and next steps  

Participants will be able to submit questions during the webinar by using Zoom's "Q&A" feature. You may also submit questions in advance by sending them to epi-win@who.int

World Health Organization

Deep dive: integrating health into NDCs

We would like to cordially invite you to join our upcoming webinar titled ‘Deep dive: integrating health into NDCs’.

It will be held on Wednesday, 7 May 2025, at two different times to accommodate various time zones: 9:30 – 11:30 CEST and 15:00 – 17:00 CEST.

The content will be comparable in both sessions, so please feel free to choose the time that best fits your location and availability.

Description: Given the health impacts of climate change, the many health co-benefits of mitigation and adaptation across sectors, and the need for climate-resilient, low-carbon health systems, health is now recognized as a priority in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

This webinar is a focused training session exploring the opportunities and processes for incorporating health into NDCs, based on the WHO guidance Quality criteria for integrating health into Nationally Determined Contributions (‎NDCs). The programme includes presentations by experts, the sharing of country experiences, and a Q&A session.

Agenda and Registration: Kindly register using the links below. After registering, participants will receive their personal link to join the meeting.

AM session – 9:30 – 11:30 CEST

(Interpretation available in French and Arabic)

Registration: https://who.zoom.us/meeting/register/MErTyqbJR_S2uLtewww5Sw

PM session – 15:00 – 17:00 CEST

(Interpretation available in French and Spanish)

Registration: https://who.zoom.us/meeting/register/cvbv-lMxQrCHCtwn8LIPAw

Agenda

9:30 – 9:35 / 15:00 – 15:05

Welcome and Housekeeping

9:35 – 9:45 / 15:05 – 15:15

Opening remarks

9:45 – 9:55 / 15:15 – 15:25

UNDP Climate Promise

9:55 – 10:20 / 15:25 – 15:50

Healthy NDCs: Introduction to integrating health in NDCs

10:20 – 10:35 / 15:45 – 16:00

Tools for estimating health co-benefits of NDCs

10:35 – 10:50 / 16:00 – 16:15

Estimating Loss and Damage to Health

10:50 – 11:00 / 16:15 – 16:25

Country experience: Integrating health in the NDCs

11:00 - 11:25 / 16:25 – 16:55

Discussion/Q&A

11:25 – 11:30 / 16:55 – 17:00

Close webinar

To view recordings from the previous webinars, please visit the link here: https://www.who.int/teams/environment-climate-change-and-health/climate-change-and-health/country-support/webinars/

Please feel free to share this information with relevant colleagues and partners working on climate change and health.

Singapore Management University

Powering Sustainability: Funding, Tech & Partnership

Panel Discussion (Hybrid), May 17, 2025, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (SGT)

As sustainability becomes a key driver of success, businesses must adapt to stay ahead. Join us for an exclusive panel discussion with industry experts dedicated to reshaping how companies create meaningful environmental and social impact.

Discover how:

🌱AI & blockchain are revolutionising sustainable practices

💰 Innovative funding models unlock new growth opportunities 

🤝 Strategic partnerships drive scalable impact 

Don't miss the chance to gain actionable strategies, grow your network, and engage with thought leaders. Register now!

Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy

Asia-Pacific 2025 SDG Summit

🌎Join us for the Asia-Pacific 2025 SDG Summit on April 24, from 18:00 to 20:00 GMT/UTC+8!

Register Now 👉 https://reurl.cc/9DRj6a

TAISE is thrilled to announce the “Asia-Pacific 2025 SDG Summit”. The Asia-Pacific SDG summit is a virtual gathering and live event on April 24, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. (GMT/UTC+8).

Participation is free!​

As a valued participant, you’ll have the opportunity to:​

🔹Discover the latest trends in sustainability across the Asia-Pacific region.

🔹Hear inspiring success stories from past Asia-Pacific Sustainability Action Awards (APSAA) winners.

🔹Learn how to strengthen your application for APSAA 2025.

Register Now for the summit 👉 https://reurl.cc/9DRj6a

MIMS Education

Climate Change and Occupational Health: Protecting Workers in a Changing Environment

Event Start-End Date & Time: 24 Apr 2025 19:00 - 24 Apr 2025 20:30

Quiz Expiry Date & Time: 29 Apr 2025 23:30

As climate change continues to drive rising temperatures, workers in various industries face increasing risks related to extreme heat exposure. This webinar aims to address critical health concerns arising from heat-related conditions and equip participants with the knowledge and preventive strategies needed to safeguard workers' well-being.

REGISTER

Expert speakers will cover two essential topics:

• Preventing Heat Stroke by Dr Ng Wee Tong : Understanding the health risks associated with extreme heat, recognizing contributing factors like physical condition, workload, and clothing, and implementing effective preventive measures.

• Heat Rash & Beyond By Dr Gogillan: Identifying common heat-related skin disorders, assessing workplace vulnerabilities, and educating workers on protective measures to prevent these conditions.

Through this session, participants will gain valuable insights into workplace safety, risk assessment, and best practices for mitigating the impact of heat on workers. Whether you are an employer, occupational health professional, or worker, this webinar will provide practical solutions for adapting to a changing climate and ensuring a safer work environment.

This webinar is accredited for 1 CPD point for doctors in the Philippines and Malaysia. Participants from other countries are warmly welcome to join. While CPD points are only awarded to attendees from the accredited countries, all participants will receive an e-certificate of attendance upon completion of the webinar.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to your participation in this informative session.