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In the fight against #ChildMortality, every #Data point tells a story, and every story holds the power to inspire change. I am honoured to be the producer of this series and happy to share "Echoes of Hope: Advancing Knowledge to Save Children’s Lives," a compelling documentary series that shines a light on CHAMPS’ transformative work. Starting in South Africa, this journey features the incredible contributions of experts like Prof. Shabir Madhi (31st Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal Recipient) and Prof. Ziyaad Dangor Co-Directors of CHAMPS #SouthAfrica domicled at Wits VIDA Research Unit. This series offers more than insight— it’s a testament to the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS)’ mission, blending cutting-edge science with the profound voices of communities. It reflects our unwavering commitment to understanding the causes of child mortality, #honouring lives lost and cultivating #hope for #healthierfutures. Through these stories, we showcase how #DataDrivesAction, how #StoriesFuelAdvocacy, and how communities shape sustainable solutions. Witness the local and national impact of this work as we join forces to advance knowledge and save children’s lives. 📽️ Watch the long-form here: https://lnkd.in/eXwzz6Qd #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #CHAMPS #ChildHealth #DataToAction #EchoesOfHope

Dyspraxia Awareness Week The closure of the Dyspraxia Foundation was a significant setback for the dyspraxia community in the UK. In light of this, Dyspraxia Week has become even more important, as it serves as a critical opportunity to raise awareness and offer support to those affected by the condition. Dyspraxia Awareness Week 2024 will take place from October 7th to October 13th providing a platform to highlight the challenges faced by individuals with dyspraxia, promote understanding, and advocate for better resources and support. By getting involved in this week, whether through online campaigns, community events, or simply spreading the word, we can continue to fill the gap left by the Dyspraxia Foundation and ensure the voices of those with dyspraxia are heard. #DyspraxiaAwareness #DevelopmentalCoordinationDisorder #InclusiveEducation #SupportDyspraxia #UnderstandingDyspraxia #DyspraxiaStrengths #DyspraxiaChallenges

🏃♂️🏃♀️❕ Physical inactivity among #children and adolescents is an urgent challenge for the whole WHO European Region. 💬Dr Anna Chalkley, one of the speakers at the ongoing #HEPAeurope conference, advocates for better policies that promote physical activity, create an overall healthier environment in the countries and help them reach #SDGs. #R2F https://bit.ly/3X4QVK8

🏃♂️ Empowering South African Youth Through Physical Activity🏃♀️ In South Africa, the need to enhance physical activity among adolescents is more critical than ever. With rising levels of sedentary behavior, it's essential to develop targeted interventions that encourage our youth to lead active lifestyles. As a professional dedicated to improving health outcomes, I see firsthand the transformative impact of physical activity. Implementing evidence-based programs can reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases and foster lifelong healthy habits. Let's invest in our future by promoting active living and creating supportive environments for our adolescents. Together, we can build a healthier, more vibrant South Africa! #AdolescentHealth #PhysicalActivity #HealthPromotion #PublicHealth #SouthAfrica #YouthWellness #ActiveLiving #NonCommunicableDiseases #CommunityHealth

It was a great pleasure again, engaging a passionate Youth Health Advocate- Dr. Frankline Sevidzem Wirsiy on “The Role of Youth Engagement in Strengthening Mpox Response and Preparedness from a One-Health Perspective.” Our conversation focused on:  🔸 Some key facts about Mpox. 🔸Why one-health approach is critical for Mpox response and preparedness in Africa. 🔸Framework to address one-health practice in the African continent and its key aspects. 🔸Specific roles African youth could play in implementing the-one-health approach for Mpox preparedness. 🔸How youth engagement could enhance early detection and response to Mpox outbreaks. 🔸The importance of investing in youth capacity-building for future pandemics, and possible roles of governments and institutions. Please take a listen and share. What are your thoughts on youth’s engagement in pandemic prevention, detection and response?https://lnkd.in/e3m2TYmD

At our Promoting Healthy Families Knowledge Exchange Summit, Meghan Kenny and Dr. Krysta Andrews presented the main findings from Health Equity Impact Assessments (HEIA) and the Community Engagement Study. Key takeaways from their presentation: The HEIA revealed that many of the community organizations serving children and families were experiencing difficulties connecting with racialized and newcomer families. We heard from racialized and newcomer caregivers that barriers to accessing parenting and mental well-being supports included social needs (e.g., school and neighbourhood safety, food security, etc.), language barriers, stigma, racism and limited awareness of service availability. Word of mouth and community centers were the preferred source of parenting and mental well-being information for racialized and newcomer caregivers. Check out the HEIA and Community Engagement infographics using the links below! https://lnkd.in/gxW77zXb https://lnkd.in/gRzU2qEh Stay tuned for more presenter posts to come!

At our Promoting Healthy Families Knowledge Exchange Summit, Meghan Kenny and Dr. Krysta Andrews presented the main findings from Health Equity Impact Assessments (HEIA) and the Community Engagement Study. Key takeaways from their presentation: The HEIA revealed that many of the community organizations serving children and families were experiencing difficulties connecting with racialized and newcomer families. We heard from racialized and newcomer caregivers that barriers to accessing parenting and mental well-being supports included social needs (e.g., school and neighbourhood safety, food security, etc.), language barriers, stigma, racism and limited awareness of service availability. Word of mouth and community centers were the preferred source of parenting and mental well-being information for racialized and newcomer caregivers. Check out the HEIA and Community Engagement infographics using the links below! https://lnkd.in/gxW77zXb https://lnkd.in/gRzU2qEh Stay tuned for more presenter posts to come!

Community health and community health workers are crucial components of primary health care, universal health coverage and health equity. Revisit this helpful Health Systems Strengthening Accelerator webinar for a valuable conversation about supporting community health workers and institutionalizing community health at the country level. 🩺

Cost-implementation plan for national Adolescent and Youth health (2018-2025) in Sri Lanka was one interesting projects I was involved in during my work at FHB.