Background
The Quadripartite (FAO, UNEP, WHO, WOAH), along with key partners, is implementing the One Health Knowledge Nexus project to strengthen One Health collaboration across sectors for engagement, knowledge exchange, learning, and dissemination, supporting the continued advancement of One Health. As part of this initiative, the Quadripartite is launching its One Health Governance Community of Practice (CoP) to support institutionalization of the One Health approach at all levels. The CoP will serve as a platform for policymakers, experts, practitioners and other stakeholders to share experiences, discuss governance challenges and co-develop solutions for enhancing One Health governance frameworks and policies.
This effort aligns with the Quadripartite One Health Joint Plan of Action and its implementation guide, both of which emphasize the critical need for strong governance mechanisms to enhance institutional and legal frameworks, strengthen multisectoral coordination and improve policy coherence.
Objectives of the Webinar launch event:
- Briefly present the One Health Knowledge Nexus project.
- Introduce the One Health Governance CoP and highlight its purpose and objectives.
- Engage key experts and stakeholders in a discussion on One Health governance, identifying challenges, best practices, and opportunities for collaboration.
- Preview of ambition for the 1st year activities of the CoP, including experts’ forums, working groups, governance assessment tools, and capacity-building initiatives.
- Invite stakeholders to join and actively contribute to the CoP.
Agenda
12:00 – 12:10 Opening remarks
Junxia Song (FAO) on behalf of the QPT
Duncan Barker (UK FCDO)
12:10 – 12:20 Why do we need a CoP on One Health Governance?
Chadia Wannous (WOAH)
12:20 – 13:10 Interactive panel discussion
Moderated by Doreen Robinson (UNEP)
- Katie Woolaston (Legal & governance expert)
- Yewande Alimi (One Health Unit Lead, Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention; OHHLEP)
- Narapati Dahal (Department of Livestock in Bhutan)
- One representative from Prezode WG on governance and policy - TBC
- Member of the EU Commission – TBC
13:10 – 13:25 Presentation of the CoP planned activities
Marion Selosse (FAO)
13:25 – 13:30 Conclusions and next steps
Amina Benyahia (WHO)