A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
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November 19th, 2021
Dear colleague,
We’re looking forward to having a stellar, virtual, annual conference next March. Make sure to share this bulletin so colleagues and students can take advantage of our low-cost registration rates. We are encouraging colleagues and organizations from around the world to submit a half-day satellite session proposal. These sessions will run from March 21st-25th. They are free, open to all, and are very effective at training, informing or convening individuals around a specific global health challenge. The deadline to do this is December 15th.
The COP 26 meeting in Glasgow did not produce the outcomes we need to address the climate crisis. The consensus agreement is far less than what will be needed to stop global temperatures exceeding 1.5°C. This means we in the global health community will need to significantly increase our advocacy efforts to affect the implementation of policies that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and continue reducing emissions thereafter. Please see the enclosed recommendations in our successful October 15th symposium which we held with representatives from leading international organizations that are addressing this crisis.
In this challenging political environment, threats and attacks against scientists, academics and healthcare professionals are rising sharply. This is a very dangerous situation. We in the global health community must advocate strongly for policymakers to implement policies that will address this growing threat to scientists and healthcare workers. We will be working to advocate for these policies.
On Dec. 2nd, 1pm EST, join us for a very important webinar on protecting healthcare workers in conflict zones. It will feature Johns Hopkins University’s Prof. Len Rubenstein, author of a new book on this challenge, Perilous Medicine, the Director of McGill University’s Center for International Peace and Security Studies, Prof. Jennifer Welsh and the co- founder of MedGlobal, Dr. Zaher Sahloul.
Best wishes,
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Keith Martin, MD, PC
Executive Director
Consortium of Universities for Global Health
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CUGH 2022, 'Healthy People, Healthy Planet, Social Justice' See www.cugh2022.org to take advantage of our lowest early bird fees and register for the conference. Also, submit a proposal for a satellite session before Dec. 15th from anywhere in the world.
Last chance to submit satellite sessions for CUGH 2022. Deadline December 15th.
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Would you like to support a scientist or student from a low or low-middle income countries (LLMIC) to attend CUGH2022, ‘Healthy People, Healthy Planet, Social Justice’?
All proceeds will go towards covering the registration costs for colleagues from LLMICs. Thank you for supporting this effort.
You can donate to the CUGH Conference Bursary Fund HERE. When donating, be sure to note that your donation is for the Bursary Fund.
Donations are tax deductible in the US.
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The global health enterprise has done a great deal to improve the well-being of people. However, structural inequities persist within the sector. This contributes to global disparities and is harming our ability to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
Read the full article on how we can reform global health in the BMJ, authored by UGHE’s Dr. Agnes Binagwaho, CUGH’s Executive Director, Dr. Keith Martin, and others. Share and sign our 'Call to Action' to reform global health partnerships below.
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Violence against healthcare workers and the facilities they work in have become devastatingly common in modern conflicts. These are deliberate attacks against innocent civilians, the sick and wounded. Join this stellar panel of experts who bring together extensive research, first-hand experience and powerful personal stories about these atrocities. They will share how political and military leaders evade prosecution and what we must do to stop these atrocities and bring the perpetrators to justice.
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Given that the agreement coming out of COP26 is insufficient to keep global warming below 1.5°C, it is more important than ever for the global health community to advocate strongly for policies that will, as a start, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030.
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Please see and share the recording of our webinar on how we can improve oral health outcomes which was held on October 28th. The webinar featured global experts and was led by CUGH's Global Oral Health Interest Group Chair, Dr. Irene Adyatmaka.
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Check out this article, led EcoHealth Alliance’s Dr. Catherine Machalaba and includes CUGH’s Executive Director, Dr. Keith Martin, which outlines specific ways we can use a One Health approach to address climate change and improve human health.
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These awards honor outstanding individuals working in global health. Propose candidates to win one of these 4 awards in global health. Winners will receive a cash award and free attendance at CUGH 2022. The submission deadline is November 30th, 2021.
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Attention colleagues from LMICs
If you are a scientist, researcher or implementer from a low or middle-income country, send us your commentaries that describe innovations, challenges and opportunities in global health. Submissions should be between 500 to 800 words. Submitters may also include videos that describe the issue. Some will be published in our bulletin and on www.cugh.org. We hope this platform will draw attention to these issues.
Submit using the following form:
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Children with disabilities were disproportionately affected in the COVID pandemic. These children slipped further away into the margins, adversely affecting access for intervention services for disability and inclusion into society. Countries should come together to invest in Early Childhood Development and make it a priority for Global Health.
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A discussion on continuity of care for non-COVID-19 related medical issues during the pandemic.
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Read about the experiences of antisemitism, racism, misogyny, unfounded character assassinations and disturbing threats of physical violence and even death that front-line health-care workers, public health advocates, academics and experts are subjected to. At CUGH, we will be compiling policies we can advocate for that will protect our colleagues in the commission of their duties.
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The NHS has committed to reducing its emissions to 'net zero'. Their aim is to be the world's first 'net zero' national health service. This report provides a clear road map with credible milestones on how they plan to get there.
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The newly created Canadian Association for Global Health (an amalgamation of CSIH and CCGHR) and its partners recognize the importance of advancing the 2030 SDG Agenda. The theme for this annual conference is, “Rethinking Partnership Paradigms in Global Health”. It will highlight how different partnership models at local, national, and international levels contribute to equitable and sustainable outcomes.
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Check out this collection of important commentaries in The Lancet from LMIC colleagues about what is wrong with global health and how the sector can be reformed.
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CPHIA (December 14th-16th, 2021) will create a unique platform where African researchers, policymakers and stakeholders can share perspectives and research findings in public health, while ushering in a new era of strengthened scientific collaboration and innovation across the continent. Join this important Africa led and focused 3-day conference on public health. |
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The King Center Postdoctoral Fellows Program offers fellowships to outstanding new PhDs who have a demonstrated ability to generate high-quality, policy-relevant research on critical issues related to global development. They invite applications for multidisciplinary postdoctoral fellowships to start Summer/Fall 2022 for a one- or two-year appointment.
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See the final report of the CSIS-LSHTM High-Level Panel on Vaccine Confidence and Misinformation, Why Vaccine Confidence Matters to National Security. This consensus document is the culmination of a year’s worth of consultations with a bipartisan and international group of 25 experts from public health, cybersecurity, public opinion research, and communications. The group was convened jointly by the CSIS Global Health Policy Center and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine’s Vaccine Confidence Project™ with the goal of assessing the implications of misinformation and vaccine confidence for U.S. national security within the Covid-19 context.
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The African Academic Diaspora Toolkit: Preparation for university diaspora academics and hosts, sets out key principles and practical procedures that can help to unleash the power of collaborative linkages and partnerships and to dispel the myth that diaspora academics always know better.
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The 2022 Public and Global Health Track, is an eight-week summer program in which students receive a $4,000 stipend and engage in real-world experiential learning in public and global health and pediatrics research, gain exposure to a diverse array of research topics and network with peers and faculty. Further application details can be found, on their website. The application period closes on January 7, 2022.
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Seed Global Health’s has launched a new brand and website. It is a significant milestone in their journey to better communicate their story, share information, and actively engage with communities in building brighter and healthier futures for all.
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The Network of Quality Evidence for Health System Transformation in Latin America and The Caribbean (QuEST LAC) invites you to their launch on December 2nd from 9am to 10am EST. QuEST LAC plans to develop its agenda with other regional partners such as the Pan American Health Organization and the International Society for Quality in Health Care, among others and engages governments in the process and reports on research results to promote evidence - based policies and strategies.
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The 10th Annual Symposium on Global Cancer Research (ASGCR) Steering Committee is currently accepting submissions of scientific abstracts and nominations for the 2022 Rachel Pearline Award. Information and submission details for the call for abstracts can be found here, and Rachel Pearline award nomination details and submission information can be found here. Deadline for submission is November 28th, 2021.
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On behalf of the Fogarty International Center at the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), see these funding opportunities, notices and announcements may be of interest to those working in the field of global health research.
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Join this free, online course on: an Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR). It trains registrants on how to effectively and safely conduct clinical research. The course highlights biostatistical and epidemiologic methods, study design, protocol preparation, patient monitoring, quality assurance, ethical and legal issues, and much more.
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The most far-reaching assessment of air pollution in Africa finds that air pollution caused 1.1 million deaths across Africa in 2019. Air pollution bears economic costs and hinders intellectual development of Africa’s children.
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Job & Funding Opportunities
(see our new Jobs Board to see the latest listings)
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The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) invites applicants and nominations for the role of Associate Dean, Office of Global Health. In this highly visible leadership role, the Associate Dean will lead and oversee the administration and guidance of the Office of Global Health. The ideal candidate is an innovative leader and excellent collaborator with the skills to develop a strong strategic plan.
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University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis (UHSP) invites nominations and applications for the position of founding dean of a new college of global population health (COGPH).
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VARIOUS POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Bridging to a healthier world. Bridging to a brighter future. The University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health is accepting applications for three Tenured Professor & Department Chair positions.
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The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) is seeking an Executive Vice President/Chief Executive Officer (EVP/CEO) to head the organization. AACP is the leading advocate for high-quality pharmacy education.
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The Fogarty International Center at NIH offers funding to support global health research. Fogarty also offers a variety of resources for those seeking global health research funding across NIH, and from other organizations.
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The following three resources from Johns Hopkins University are continuously updated repositories of federal and private funding opportunities for individuals in various stages of their career.
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Featured Reading & Listening |
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USAID Advances Global Action for Climate Equity
At COP26, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Samantha Power announced a suite of programs and targets to advance Global Action for Climate Equity. This includes a specific goal to support structural changes that improve participation and leadership for Indigenous Peoples, local communities and women and youth in all their diversity in climate action in at least 40 partner countries by 2030. Read more.
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