World Organization of Family Doctors (WONCA)

A Climate Change Curriculum: Moving from the Classroom to the Clinic. Join the WONCA Working Party for Women and Family Medicine North American Region for an engaging interactive webinar! This session offers an excellent opportunity to hear from a panel of leaders in planetary health and family medicine as they share insights and strategies to integrate these critical approaches into your practice. Speakers: Prof. Tatiana Souza de Camargo - Education Fellow at the Planetary Health Alliance at Harvard University Özden Gökdemir - Chair of the WONCA Working Party on Planetary Health TARIQ JAGNARINE - Planetary Health Portfolio Lead for the WONCA Working Party on Rural Practice Enrique Falceto de Barros - Past-Chair and Innovations and Health Equity Manager of the WONCA Working Party on Environment Saturday, 18 January 2025 at 20:00 UTC. Register: https://lnkd.in/e85564UC

Explore key topics in family medicine, including international medicine in China, transforming primary care in Malaysia, and systemic approaches to family-focused healthcare in Mexico, at an upcoming webinar hosted by WONCA’s Special Interest Group on Emerging Practice Models for Family Medicine and the The Rajakumar Movement (Young Doctors' Movement in the Asia Pacific Region) Join global experts and leaders in family medicine for this engaging session. Date: January 19, 2025 (Sunday). Time: 13:00-14:30 UTC. Registration through Zoom: https://lnkd.in/eQiB7apr

K-pop meets family medicine in this amazing parody video of ROSÉ and Bruno Mars from our colleagues at WONCA Asia Pacific Region Conference. 🎶 All you gotta do is just meet us at the... APR! If this is any indication, the WONCA Asia Pacific Region (APR) Conference is going to be a lot of fun! APR! APR! APR! APR! 📍 Busan, South Korea. 📅 24 - 27 April 2025. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ejhdpmiH https://lnkd.in/e322-vNK

How are family doctors addressing climate change? WONCA’s 2024 planetary health survey results were featured in the British Journal of General Practice, highlighting the efforts and challenges faced by Member Organisations worldwide. Thank you to the organisations that participated in the survey. Together, we’re building a global movement for healthier people and a healthier planet. WONCA remains committed to supporting family doctors in advancing planetary health. 🔗 Read the BJGP article: https://lnkd.in/eNi9c85n 🔗 Join the WONCA Working Party on Planetary Health: https://lnkd.in/eq_ubZYA

👩🏻🎓 Scholarship Opportunity! Announcing the Donald Li Young Doctors' Movement Global Scholarship - opening doors for young leaders in family medicine. This scholarship offers three young doctors from low- and middle-income countries the opportunity to attend the WONCA World Conference 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal. Recipients will receive $2,500 USD to cover travel, visa, accommodation, and registration costs, helping them engage with global leaders and advance primary care. Before the main event, join the YDM Preconference on 16-17 September 2025, packed with workshops, lectures, and social events. Submit an abstract and share your work on the global stage. This year’s theme is Future-proofing Family Medicine, focusing on preparing young doctors for future challenges. 📅 Applications close on 21 March 2025. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eWnJvYds

Join us for the second webinar in preparation for the Global Rural Health Summit, focusing on 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: 𝐀 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 & 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. This session will explore pressing healthcare challenges in rural communities and practical solutions from a global perspective. 🗓️ Date: January 15th ⏰ Time: 15:00 UTC 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ewhVtkhD This webinar is part of a broader initiative to address rural healthcare needs in collaboration with the upcoming WONCA South Asia Regional Conference. Don’t miss the opportunity to contribute to meaningful dialogue and action in rural health. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/euHe6RNy

Did you miss our recent Policy Advocacy webinar led by WONCA President Assoc/Prof Karen Flegg? In this session, Karen shares her journey from rural family doctor to global advocate, offering practical lessons in leadership and policy advocacy, including: 🗣️ On the power of delegation: “No leader can do it alone. We need a team. Delegate a whole task, let them take responsibility, and ensure they receive the praise they deserve.” 💡 On amplifying others: “Sometimes, leadership means pushing someone forward where you could have taken the spotlight yourself. It’s about mentoring, supporting, and creating opportunities for the next generation.” 🌍 On saying yes: “If you’re young and new, say yes when a strange opportunity comes up. You never know where it might lead you—even 40 or 50 years later.” Hosted by Amanda Howe and Sankha Randenikumara, this discussion delves into: • Practical examples of successful advocacy in healthcare. • Strategies for leading teams and navigating challenges. • How family doctors can shape local and global health priorities. 📺 Watch the full recording now and learn how to lead effectively, no matter your career stage: https://lnkd.in/ewWN-geE #Leadership #Advocacy #FamilyMedicine #WONCA #PolicyAdvocacy

The countdown is on—just 257 days to the WONCA World Conference 2025 in Lisbon! This year’s theme, “New Vision for Primary Health Care and Sustainable Development,” reflects the critical role of family doctors in building healthier, more sustainable communities worldwide. The conference is not just about learning; it’s about connection. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or meeting colleagues for the first time, Lisbon will be a place to share ideas, strengthen bonds, and inspire change. Abstract submissions will open soon, so start preparing your contributions. If you’re traveling from outside Portugal, some participants may need a visa to attend—don’t wait to check. Visit https://lnkd.in/eqE6nFBJ for guidance. We can’t wait to see you in Lisbon!

As we step into 2025, we thank you for your dedication to advancing family medicine worldwide. Together, we’ll continue building healthier communities. Here’s to a year filled with health, happiness, and success! 🌍❤️ #HappyNewYear #FamilyMedicine #WONCAWorld2025

In her final column of 2024, WONCA President Karen Flegg reflects on a year of resilience and unity in global healthcare. She highlights the critical need to protect health workers in conflict zones, reaffirming WONCA’s commitment: “Protecting healthcare professionals is not optional; it is a moral and legal obligation.” Looking to 2025, WONCA prepares for the World Conference in Lisbon and several regional conferences, offering unique opportunities to connect and advance primary care worldwide. Read her reflections here: https://lnkd.in/e34Hw8kp