As the world grapples with an increasingly volatile global health environment, the need for resilient leadership has never been more pressing. These interconnected crises continue to strain health systems, disrupt access to care, and threaten the most vulnerable populations. In this context, effective leadership will be essential in navigating the complexities of global health in uncertain times.
Wednesday April 30, 2025 9:15am - 9:40am BST
Great Hall
As the world grapples with the interconnected challenges of health, nutrition, and climate change, leaders must navigate a complex landscape to create sustainable programs that address these urgent issues. Achieving sustainable access to healthcare requires more than just addressing chronic and infectious diseases—it demands a holistic approach that strengthens health systems, promotes collaboration across sectors, and leverages the capacities of diverse stakeholders.
Wednesday April 30, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am BST
Great Hall
This session will underscore the critical role of young people in shaping the future of global health. In a rapidly evolving world, engaging youth as leaders, innovators, and advocates is no longer optional—it is essential. This session will explore how empowering young people can drive transformative change in health equity, access, and sustainability, addressing the pressing challenges facing the global health landscape. Through insights and inspiration, the keynote will set the stage for the critical conversations on how the next generation can lead efforts to build a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable global health system.
Wednesday April 30, 2025 10:40am - 11:05am BST
Great Hall
This Fireside Chat will examine the challenges and opportunities of delivering humanitarian aid in conflict zones, where immediate relief intersects with long-term peacebuilding. In such environments, aid must go beyond addressing health crises—it must foster stability, build trust, and support the foundations of peace. Experts will discuss how organizations navigate the political, logistical, and security barriers while contributing to global health security and resilience.
Wednesday April 30, 2025 11:25am - 12:00pm BST
Great Hall
In today’s rapidly changing global health environment, responding to disasters and humanitarian crises requires navigating a complex web of challenges. Drawing on recent experiences in Gaza and Ukraine and escalating climate-related disasters, this session will explore the evolving nature of humanitarian aid in conflict zones and disaster areas. Speakers will discuss the interplay of political, logistical, and security factors that shape response efforts, and how organizations are adapting to meet urgent needs while planning for long-term recovery.
Wednesday April 30, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm BST
Great Hall
As global health challenges grow more complex, there is an urgent need to reimagine health financing. This session will explore innovative solutions to address the fundamental gaps in the current financial system. The conversation will highlight the importance of rethinking international financial institutions to unlock sustainable, low-cost financing for developing countries, particularly in Africa, where historical financial inequities persist. With billions in global health funding already in play, the conversation will delve into the need for more effective deployment of resources that directly align with equity goals.
Wednesday April 30, 2025 2:30pm - 3:05pm BST
Great Hall
As global health priorities evolve, European businesses and philanthropic organizations are increasingly expected to fill the gaps left by shifting international dynamics and changing government commitments. Panelists will examine how businesses and foundations can balance the complexities of health needs, market forces, and philanthropic expectations, while ensuring their efforts are both impactful and sustainable.
Wednesday April 30, 2025 3:05pm - 4:05pm BST
Great Hall
