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Gender-based violence is a life-threatening, global health and human rights issue. And though it is pervasive in all communities and countries, vulnerability to gender-based violence is heightened in emergencies, such as conflict or natural disasters. This session will highlight progress that has been made since 1994 on preventing and responding to gender-based violence in emergencies. It will also identify areas where urgent action is still required and the strategies to address them. Expect to hear from activists working on the ground in emergency settings about what works and what commitments will ensure women and girls – especially those who are hard to reach and most vulnerable – can live in safety.
Submitted by root_user on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 16:48
Digital health innovations have the power to close data gaps, solve health system challenges and save lives. Together, these innovations can create more resilient health-care systems that put people at the centre. This session will showcase countries’ interest in, and commitments towards, harnessing digital innovations and predictive tools that improve medical efficiency, timeliness and precision. It will also feature a new “global digital good” tool developed by the World Health Organization and UNFPA, which enables health providers to streamline data collection, analysis and use. Expect a facilitated discussion followed by reflections and next steps from governments and partners on their planned investments in digital innovations. This event will be convened by the World Health Organization and Path Tanzania.
Submitted by root_user on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 16:48
Calling all athletes, sport fanatics and more! Come together to talk about the impactful role of sport in improving the lives of men, women and children. This session is an opportunity for new and existing partners to join the team and chart a path towards realizing Agenda 2030. Expect the unveiling of new and innovative initiatives that advance partnerships for sport and sexual and reproductive health, as well as a round of commitments at the national and international levels from various sporting partners. This event will be convened by Special Olympics and UNFPA.
Submitted by root_user on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 16:48
The Nairobi Summit on ICPD25 is all about securing commitments from community, national and international stakeholders to advance the ICPD Agenda. This session will take the commitments one step further, identifying what it will take to ensure an effective mechanism for tracking these commitments and holding stakeholders accountable. The session will discuss ways to leverage and strengthen existing mechanisms and conclude with a proposal by partners on their options for tracking commitments that advance results, increase resources and uphold human rights. This event will be convened by PMNCH and WHO.
Submitted by root_user on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 16:48
Comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) is necessary to achieve universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights, and it is essential to advancing gender equality. This session will engage attendees with interactive discussions and intergenerational dialogues that showcase best practices and cutting-edge research about successfully implementing CSE programmes. It will conclude with an exciting partnership launch to accelerate support and commitments for the implementation of CSE. This partnership will also aim to generate new evidence and advocate against the myths that undermine CSE. The event will be convened by AfriYAN, Teenergizer, Population Council, IPPF, Rutgers, UNESCO and UNFPA.