Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) remains a major public health concern in the South-East Asia Region, requiring continuous efforts to achieve its elimination as a public health problem. Monitoring, evaluation, and advanced diagnostic tools play a crucial role in assessing progress and refining intervention strategies. The latest WHO guidelines introduce significant updates that enhance global LF elimination efforts, making it essential for stakeholders to stay informed and align their strategies accordingly.
WHO SEARO is organizing a webinar to update national programme managers and key stakeholders on the latest WHO guidance on M&E and diagnostics for LF elimination. Participants will gain insights into new methodologies, implementation challenges, and best practices to strengthen their respective LF programmes.
Date and time: 27 May 2025, 13:30–14:30 India Standard Time
Registration: https://who.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ey1MbGYeR2eI2d8UAFl9Yg
Agenda
| Time | Topic/Segment | Facilitator/Presenter |
|---|---|---|
| 13:30–13:31 | Welcome and introduction | Achmad Naufal Azhari |
| 13:31–13:36 | Opening remarks and objectives of the webinar | Dr Aya Yajima Regional Advisor NTD WHO SEARO |
| 13:36–13:46 | WHO’s M&E Manual for LF Elimination Programme: Key Updates and Changes in the 2024 document (2nd Edition) | Dr Jonathan King Global NTD Programme WHO HQ |
| 13:46–13:56 | Brugia Test Plus: Advancing Diagnostics for Lymphatic Filariasis Elimination Programme | Dr Dinesh Raja Vector Control Research Center, India |
| 13:56–14:06 | Country Field Experiences: Lessons Learned, Challenges, and Best Practices in LF Programme Implementation | Prof. Taniawati Supali, Department of Parasitology Universitas Indonesia |
| 14:06–14:21 | Interactive Q&A session (Participants can submit their questions in the Q&A room, which will be addressed during this session. If time permits, 2-3 participants will have the opportunity to ask their questions directly to the panelists) | |
| 14:21–14:24 | Participants’ feedback | |
| 14:24–14:29 | Closing remarks, wrap up, and next step | Dr Aya Yajima |
| 14:29–15:30 | Closing | Achmad Naufal |