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SDG 13: Climate Action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

The year 2017 was one of the three warmest on record and was 1.1 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial period. An analysis by the World Meteorological Organization shows that the five-year average global temperature from 2013 to 2017 was also the highest on record. The world continues to experience rising sea levels, extreme weather conditions (the North Atlantic hurricane season was the costliest ever recorded) and increasing concentrations of greenhouse gases. This calls for urgent and accelerated action by countries as they implement their commitments to the Paris Agreement on Climate Change.

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  • National Community Health Strategy Somalia

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    UNICEF Somalia wanted an institutional organisation to revise an existing draft national strategy revision (2023-2027) document and make it more representative of the government’s vision for community health. KIT was selected to conduct the revision due to its track record working on similar strategy development projects and having an existing pool of experts. Project Approach […]

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  • Celebrating Female Leadership and Academic Excellence: 2026 Eijkman Medal Awarded to Professor Annemieke Geluk

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    On this year’s International Women’s Day, we are pleased to announce that the 2026 Eijkman Medal has been awarded to Professor Annemieke Geluk, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to global health. This year’s edition of the medal celebrates female researchers and academics. The jury was pleased to receive a large number of high-quality nominations, […]

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  • EU preparedness: analysis, planning, reporting and training programmes for health specialists

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    The project ‘EU preparedness: analysis, planning, reporting and training programmes for health specialists’ strengthens Europe’s collective ability to prevent, prepare for, and respond to serious cross-border health threats. Through a comprehensive training programme, national workshops, and exchange visits, it builds the skills, coordination, and collaboration needed among public health professionals and institutions across EU and EEA countries. The project contributes to a more connected and resilient European public health system by investing in cross-border cooperation and cross-sectoral partnerships.

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  • Michel Farkas started as CEO of KIT

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    As of 1 February, Michel Farkas has started as CEO of KIT. In the coming weeks, he will be meeting extensively with colleagues, partners and other stakeholders. Who is Michel Farkas, what drives him, and where does his focus for KIT lie? Potential and dedicated professionals What attracts him to KIT is the combination of […]

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  • Aligning research and innovation through the European Partnership on One Health and Antimicrobial Resistance (EUP OHAMR)

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    Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health challenge that affects human and animal health, food security and the environment. The European Partnership on One Health and Antimicrobial Resistance (EUP OHAMR) brings together 53 organisations from 30 countries across the EU and beyond, aiming to close knowledge gaps and break silos between sectors, disciplines and perspectives. […]

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