We are here now youth shaping global health

12 November 2024

The world is witnessing its largest youth generation ever, with half of the global population under 30. A sustainable future hinges on the meaningful engagement of young people. In this episode, host Garry Aslanyan speaks with three charismatic young global health leaders. Inês Costa Louro is a first-year medical doctor from Portugal and the Vice President for External Affairs of the International Federation of Medical Students' Associations. Aloyce Urassa is a public health scientist from Tanzania and Chairperson of the African Leaders Malaria Alliance Youth Advisory Council. And Hamaiyal Sana is a Pakistani medical doctor and Vice Chair of the World Health Organization’s Youth Council. Together, they delve into the crucial role young people are playing in shaping health-related decision-making today and in the future.

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11 November 2024

Episode 41: We are here now: youth voices shaping global health

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Inês Costa Louro emphasizes that young people hold a crucial role in global health

Ines Costa Louro, formerly from IFMSA, emphasizes that the youth of the world hold a crucial role in steering the digital transformation of global health, thanks to their distinct experiences and viewpoints. Being young does not diminish the value of your voice.

Imane Lakbachi discusses the Youth Declaration for Creating Healthy Societies

Imane Lakbachi from DTH-Lab provides insights into the development of the inaugural Youth Declaration for Creating Healthy Societies, which was introduced by the WHO Youth Council and officially signed on October 14. The youth are calling for support and collaboration in helping them achieve this vision.

Aloyce Urassa shares his journey overcoming language barriers in global health

You will never be as young as you are at this very moment! Aloyce Urassa from the ALMA Youth Advisory Council shares his personal journey of overcoming challenges related to language barriers in global health. He motivates young individuals to recognize their potential and emphasizes an important message: never give up!

Hamaiyal Sana shares exciting developments ahead of the latest #GlobalHealthMattters podcast release

The WHO Youth Council is excited to announce the release of its inaugural Youth Declaration! Hamaiyal Sama, the vice chair of the WHO Youth Council and an upcoming guest on the #GlobalHealthMatters podcast, offers valuable insights into the implications for today's youth.

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