Our division, in collaboration with The Defeat-NCD Partnership – a strategic partner, and other national and international partners, has been at the forefront of transformative initiatives to combat NCD and disseminate information and best practices on global health. Together, we have delivered impactful projects that drive innovation, foster collaboration, and create lasting change.
Here are some highlights of our work:
Supported WHO with the Course Mobilisation Programme for 150 Courses
Successfully supported the World Health Organization in modernizing its learning ecosystem by conducting a thorough quality review of existing courses, ensuring compliance with established quality standards and international best practices, and migrating 150 courses to a unified platform, thereby enhancing global accessibility, standardizing learning experiences, and empowering health professionals with essential skills to address critical health challenges.
Collaborated with the Ministry of Health, The Gambia to Develop First National Multi-Sectoral Strategy and Costed Action Plan for NCD prevention and control
Collaborated with the Ministry of Health of The Gambia to lead a multi-sectoral initiative that developed the nation’s first National Multi-Sectoral Strategy and Costed Action Plan for NCD prevention and control.
Facilitated a global dialogue on 'From Words to Action for Better NCD Outcomes' during World Health Summit
Facilitated a global dialogue on 'From Words to Action for Better NCD Outcomes' during the World Health Summit, 2022 with ministers from around the globe, leaders of international organizations, members of the G7 and G20, representatives from the European Union and African Union.
Partnered with the Ministry of Health, India to implement evidence-based interventions to reduce premature mortality from NCD
Partnered with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India to implement evidence-based interventions aimed at reducing premature mortality from NCD.
Developed a national operational plan for cost-effective NCD screening and treatment in Myanmar
Developed a national operational plan for cost-effective NCD screening and treatment in Myanmar, addressing critical gaps in healthcare.
Organized a panel discussion on tackling the dual challenges of COVID-19 and NCD with global health leaders
Organized a thought-provoking panel discussion on tackling the dual challenges of COVID-19 and NCD, bringing together global health leaders.
Partnered with Manchester Metropolitan University to deliver a workshop on preparing policy briefs based on alcohol consumption studies in the Republic of Rwanda
Partnered with Manchester Metropolitan University to deliver a workshop on preparing policy briefs based on alcohol consumption studies in the Republic of Rwanda, influencing national and international alcohol policies.
Conducted the India Youth Training Programme with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, India
Launched the India Youth Training Programme, in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, India, and the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan, equipping youth with essential lifestyle habits to prevent and manage communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Hosted Stroke Conclave 2021 with Boehringer Ingelheim
Hosted the Stroke Conclave 2021 with Boehringer Ingelheim, raising awareness and disseminating critical information about stroke prevention and management.
Collaborated with the Ministry of Health, the Republic of Rwanda to develop a National Strategy and Costed Action Plan for NCD prevention and control
Collaborated with the Ministry of Health, the Republic of Rwanda and Rwanda Biomedical Centre to develop a National Strategy and Costed Action Plan for NCD prevention and control.
Hosted a webinar on Tackling NCD during the COVID-19 Pandemic, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Royal Government of Bhutan
Hosted a timely webinar on Tackling NCD during the COVID-19 Pandemic, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Royal Government of Bhutan.
Conducted a workshop on Cervical and Breast Cancer Screening Training with the Ministry of Health, the Republic of Rwanda
Conducted a workshop on Cervical & Breast Cancer Screening Training, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Rwanda.