59th Pan American Health Organization Directing Council 2021: Canadian Youth Consultation
In preparation for the 59th Pan American Health Organization Directing Council, the Canadian youth delegate will be conducing roundtable discussions with youth across Canada to gain their insight into pertinent global health issues. The goal of the Canadian youth delegate is to provide youth, students, peers, and colleagues insight into the purpose and role of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) including the organizations’ agenda-setting meetings being the WHA and the Pan American Health Organization Directing Council (PAHO DC). As well as, highlight the value and importance of engaging in global health issues, including a better understanding of Canada’s role and involvements.
All insights provided by youth will help establish the priorities and recommendations that will be shared with teh Canadian Government's Office of International Affairs for the Health Portfolio in advance of the 59th PAHO DC.
(Background information: The Canadian delegation consists of a civil society representative, as well as leaders and staff members from the Office of International Affairs for the Health Portfolio (Public Health Agency of Canada), Global Affairs Canada, and Health Canada.)
Thank you sincerely for taking the time and energy to be a part of this movement - we look forward to learning more about you and your ideas, and being in touch!
Please note this form will close on August 23rd, 2021.
Roundtable dates (All times are listed in EST):
August 20th (Friday) - 10:00 am EST
August 21st (Saturday) - 11:00 am EST
The option to indicate availability for roundtables is found on the last page of this google form. Spots are limited and are not guaranteed – you will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of submitting this form regarding confirmation of your roundtable discussion registration.