The Global WASH in Healthcare Facilities Community of Practice, WHO, and UNICEF hosted a webinar on the “Global Framework for Action” on WASH in healthcare facilities on the 6th of August. The webinar is available online. The session featured a detailed presentation by WHO/UNICEF, highlighting the significance of the Global Framework and its critical role in driving progress on WASH in healthcare settings worldwide. The webinar also included insightful case studies from the Philippines and Nepal. Representatives from the Philippines presented their “Green and Safe Health Facilities Strategic Plan 2030,” showcasing innovative approaches to creating environmentally sustainable and safe healthcare environments. Meanwhile, representatives from Nepal shared their experiences on leadership engagement for improving healthcare waste management, underscoring the importance of strong leadership in achieving sustainable WASH outcomes. Find the presentation here
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Technical Webinar series: Healthcare Waste & Green Technology
WHO & UNICEF hosted a technical webinar on the 5th of December 2023 on Healthcare Waste & Green Technologies. Find the slides here!
Technical webinar series: WASH FIT
WHO and UNICEF hosted a practitioners’ webinar on use and scale-up of WASH FIT on the 21st of November 2023. Nearly 100 individuals participated from all regions of the world. Just over half had used WASH FIT with the remainder looking to learn how to start with WASH FIT in their countries and secure technical and financial support. A number of country examples where WASH FIT has been scaled up were presented. Find the presentations here!
Global Framework for Action on WASH and electricity in healthcare facilities- Virtual Roundtable consultation
WHO & UNICEF held a virtual roundtable earlier this week to discuss the global framework for Action on WASH and electricity in healthcare facilities. Find the slides here!
Join us for a webinar on WASH, waste and electricity in health care facilities webinar
Join this WHO and UNICEF webinar on Wednesday 6th September! The webinar builds on the Global Summit on WASH and Waste in health care facilities: Realising safe and sustainable infrastructure for improved quality of care, that took place in June 2023 in Amman, Jordan. The Summit report and presentations can be found here. Speakers and panelists will include WHO, UNICEF and a number of government and partners who participated in the summit. Register here and download the flyer below to share with your networks.