Fostering Humanity: Promoting Health Equity for a Better Planet

In a world marked by diversity and interconnectedness, the pursuit of global health equity demands a profound re-evaluation of our approaches. The “Fostering Humanity: Promoting Health Equity for a Better Planet” conference in 2024 emerges as a pivotal gathering point for thought leaders, practitioners, researchers and advocates dedicated to reshaping the landscape of global health.

This conference is a call to action, recognising the urgent need to foster a sense of shared humanity while dismantling colonial legacies in the realm of global health. By embracing a decolonised and more equitable perspective, participants will delve into innovative strategies, human-centric practices, and inclusive policies that strive for health equity on a global scale.

The event will feature dynamic discussions, engaging panels, and interactive sessions, providing a platform for diverse voices to contribute to the dialogue on fostering humanity in global health. Examining crucial topics such as health systems, climate change, planetary health, gender equality, humanitarian crises and response, and more, the event aims to delve deeper into collaborative, community-centred solutions. This conference seeks to inspire collective action and empower attendees to spearhead change within their spheres of influence. The conference will also highlight the partnership approach that contributes to health outcomes in the Global South by addressing inequities in access and coverage while improving the quality of services through capacity building and institutional development.

As we envision a future where health is a universal right and not a privilege, “Fostering Humanity” stands at the intersection of compassion, cultural sensitivity, and resilience. Join us in this transformative journey towards a decolonised, equitable, and truly global approach to health that fosters the well-being of every individual and community. Together, we embark on a mission to reshape the narrative of global health, placing humanity at the heart of our shared endeavour for a healthier planet.

This year’s conference will be a 2 day in-person event at RCSI, College Hall, York Street, Dublin.

Across all areas of global health, we particularly seek to emphasise the following cross-cutting issues

• Humanitarian Crises and Conflict
• Resilient Health Systems
• Demonstrating the Impact of the Health Partnership Approach
• Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
• Gender Equality in Global Health
• Intersectionality, Health Equity, and Decolonisation
• Planetary Health and Environmental Justice
• Social Determinants of Health

Visit our website for more information

Are you opportune to support others to attend the conference?

We believe passionately that by giving a platform and opportunities to young people and students to contribute and share ideas on global health initiatives, we can build a network of motivated change agents to carry further global health initiatives and solutions.

We also believe it's important that everyone, everywhere, has the opportunity to attend our conferences, to learn, contribute, and share ideas. In order to promote equity and inclusion, everyone must have the opportunity to play an active role in global health, regardless of circumstances or socioeconomic background.

By purchasing an add-on, you will be supporting others to attend the conference. Your donation will go into a fund to help cover registration costs for those who don't have the means to attend.

You can purchase add-ons of varying amounts at the end of your booking.

IGHN Conference Scholarship Programme

We believe it's important that everyone, everywhere, has the opportunity to attend our conferences, to learn, contribute, and share ideas. In order to promote equity and inclusion, everyone must have the opportunity to play an active role in global health, regardless of circumstances or socioeconomic background.

In light of this, a limited number of scholarship places are available. If you would like to attend this event but do not have the financial means to do so, please email [email protected] with a paragraph outlining how you would benefit from attending the conference.

Please note that the scholarship will cover the cost of an event ticket only, any travel or accommodation costs will need to be covered by the attendee.

Conference Invitation Letter for Visa

If you require a conference invitation letter in order to apply for a visa to enter Ireland, please email [email protected] after you have registered. We will require your full name so please include this in your email.

The Irish Global Health Network is grateful for the support of the hosts, sponsors, and partners of this event

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), 123 Saint Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland