➨ SOHC Youth One Health Talks 2024
SOHC Youth One Health Talks initiative is a monthly series of informative sessions aimed at young people, where experts and professionals deliver presentations on various aspects of One Health.
The SOHC Youth One Health Talks are proudly hosted in collaboration with Nova Institute for Training and Research. Nova brings crucial diagnostic, research, and academic services to this initiative, offering their platform, technical support, and logistical assistance to ensure the success of these events. Together, SOHC and Nova are committed to advancing One Health teaching, research, and outreach in Somalia.
Why are the SOHC Youth One Health Talks important?
Somalia faces a multitude of health challenges, including zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), environmental degradation, and limited resources. These issues are complex and interconnected, demanding a holistic approach to achieve lasting solutions.
What can you expect from the SOHC Youth One Health Talks?
• Engaging presentations on key One Health topics
• Interactive activities and discussions
• Opportunities to network with experts and other young people
• A chance to learn about One Health actions and make a difference in your community
Who should attend?
The SOHC Youth One Health Talks are open to all young people in Somalia who are interested in learning more about One Health and making a difference in their communities.
One Health Talk Sessions | |
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Session 1: One Health: Exploring the Connections Between People, Animals, Plants, and the Environment | Introduce the concept of One Health in a clear and engaging way. Highlight real-life examples of how human health, animal health, plant health, and environmental health are interconnected in Somalia. |
Discussion Panel: Importance of One Health for Somalia’s food and economy and injecting to the next professional generation | |
Session 2: Zoonotic Diseases: How Animals Can Make Us Sick and How We Can Stop It | Discuss common zoonotic diseases in Somalia, their transmission routes, and their impact on people and animals. Focus on preventative measures individuals and communities can take through a One Health approach. |
Discussion Panel: Individual responsibility in preventing Zoonotic diseases. | |
Session 3: From Farm to Fork: Keeping Our Food Safe and Healthy | Highlight the importance of animal health and plant health for ensuring safe and nutritious food production practices for everyone in Somalia through a One Health approach. |
Discussion Panel: Healthy food, healthy you and your animal | |
Session 4: Antimicrobials: Lifesavers or Silent Killers: Explain the importance of antibiotics in human and animal health. | Discuss the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its consequences. Explore the roles of pharmacists, veterinarians, and public health experts in promoting responsible antimicrobial use to combat AMR. |
Discussion Panel: How everyone takes responsibility to fight against AMR? the presenters themselves | |
Session 5: Climate Change & Everyone’s Health: Explain the basic concept of climate change and its link to health issues in Somalia | Discuss how changes in weather patterns can affect the spread of diseases, food security, and water availability. Explore One Health strategies for building resilience to climate change. |
Discussion Panel: Is the weather messing with everyone’s health? | |
Session 6: The Power of Youth in One Health | Empower young people by showcasing how they can be leaders in One Health initiatives. This could involve discussions on community outreach programs, raising awareness amongst peers, and advocating for policy changes. |
Group Discussion: Young People’s role in promoting One Health. |