UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY
18th to 26th September, 2023
#AmrefAtUNGA78
The 78th UN General Assembly is scheduled to take place from 18th to 26th September, 2023 in New York, with three health-related High-Level Meetings (HLMs) of heads of state and government scheduled to take place during the General Assembly week focusing on Universal Health Coverage (UHC), Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery (PPRR), and Tuberculosis.
Join us for online conversations about our events and updates on key proceedings at #UNGA78 to help us drive the global health agenda and advocate for various recommendations aimed at strengthening the future of health in Africa.
Share facts about #UNGA78
These communication tools are available to share and print during #UNGA78. Feel free to display and/or distribute on social media. On Twitter please tag @Amref_Worldwide when posting graphics from this social media toolkit.
Quotes & Graphics
Click any image to preview, download, or share the graphic using the tweet button
Key Messages and Tweets
Achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is an important objective for all countries to attain equitable and sustainable health outcomes and improve the well-being of individuals and communities. #UNGA78 #AMREFatUNGA78
Equitable health access is the key to building strong, resilient health systems, vital for Africa's health agenda. Health system strengthening drives Universal Health Coverage, focusing on people, institutions, and resources for better population health. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
Governments should invest in education and human capital development for the manufacturing of healthcare commodities in the Africa region. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
Efficient health financing is at the core of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). @Amref_Worldwide is dedicated to pursuing policies and partnerships that make equitable health access a reality in Africa. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
Human activities are the biggest contributors to climate change which in turn has serious implications to public health. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
Areas with weak health infrastructure – mostly in low- and middle-income countries have the least ability to cope without assistance to prepare and adequately respond to the effects of climate change. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
@Amref_Worldwide continues to scale up investments to support health systems strengthening in over 35 countries in Africa through direct and indirect healthcare service delivery, and training of health workforce via the @AmrefUniversity. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
In Africa, a skilled health workforce isn't just a necessity; it's a lifeline. @Amref_Worldwide’s dedication to training, recruiting, and retaining healthcare professionals ensures equitable access to quality care. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
African leadership plays a pivotal role in advocating for resilient health systems. @Amref_Worldwide collaborates with governments to foster political will and commitment to better healthcare access across the continent. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
Strong governance and political leadership are the driving forces behind resilient health systems in Africa. @Amref_Worldwide advocates for policies that prioritize health access, ensuring no one is left behind. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
@Amref_Worldwide works closely with African countries to review lessons learned, including the sustainability of different mass vaccination campaign strategies deployed by countries to improve coverage, especially among hard-to-reach communities. #AMREFatUNGA78 #UNGA78
Maternal mortality rates are a critical health indicator in Africa, still 2.5 times higher than the global average. @Amref_Worldwide's programs focus on reducing these rates through improved access to skilled birth attendants, community education, and robust monitoring systems. #UNGA78 #AMREFatUNGA78