This engaging webinar series explores how African health systems can become both climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable, equipping health professionals with the knowledge and tools to adapt to climate challenges while improving patient care

🧠 Learning objectives:

• Understand the principles and benefits of climate-resilient health systems — including ways to adapt facilities to climate change, cut emissions, and align with global and national priorities.
• Identify practical solutions and innovations in energy, water, waste management, facility design, and operations that reduce environmental impact and costs.
• Strengthen capacity and collaboration among health professionals and stakeholders through case-based learning and shared frameworks for sustainable healthcare.

🗓 Dates:

• 5 November 2025 – 3:00 PM
• 3 December 2025 – 3:00 PM
• 7 January 2026 – 3:00 PM
• 4 February 2026 – 3:00 PM

Join this cross-continental conversation to learn from real-world African success stories, connect with peers and experts, and contribute to shaping a healthier, climate-smart future for all

Hosted by The Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education (GCCHE), the Centre for Health Equity Zimbabwe (CHEZ), ARAYAA, Build Health International, and the Africa Community of Planetary Partners for Health and Environment (ACOPPHE.)

The FernUniversität in Hagen invites everyone to the interdisciplinary series “Digital Health: Innovative Research Projects” in the winter semester 2025/26. Experts from academia, healthcare, and industry will highlight how digital transformation can improve patient care and present innovative approaches from current research projects.

At a glance:

🗓 Dates: 06.11.2025 | 11.12.2025 | 22.01.2026 (each at 6 p.m.)

📍 Locations: Campuses in Berlin, Hagen & Bonn + online via Zoom

💸 Participation: Free of charge

Kick-off on 06.11.2025
Topic: The potential of Virtual Reality in emergency medicine

Speakers:

• Dr. Paavo Beth (Johannesstift Diakonie)
• Prof. Dr. Jenny S. Wesche (FernUniversität in Hagen)
• Friethjof Meinke (Immerzed GmbH)

Everyone is welcome to join—on site or online! - Zoom Link will be posted on the Website. 

Website Link: Ringvorlesung - FernUniversität in Hagen

Register to join on Site: Anmeldung zur Ringvorlesung „Digital Health: Innovative Forschungsprojekte“ am 06.11.2025 - FernUniversität in Hagen

🌍 Webinar Series: Climate-Resilient & Sustainable Health Systems in Africa 🌱

Beginning October 2025, GCCHE and partners are launching a free monthly webinar series to explore how Africa’s health systems can adapt to climate change while reducing their environmental footprint.

Key highlights:

• 🗓️ Monthly webinars – first Wednesday each month (Oct 2025–Feb 2026)


• 🌐 English sessions with simultaneous French interpretation


• 💰 Participation is free


• 🤝 Hosted by GCCHE, CHEZ, ARAYAA, Build Health International & ACOPPHE

What to expect:

• Practical strategies to strengthen climate-resilient & sustainable health systems


• Real-world success stories from across Africa


• Opportunities to connect with experts and peers


• Guidance on integrating mitigation & adaptation into healthcare operations


• Insights on reducing environmental footprint while improving care quality

Who is it for?

Health system planners, administrators, clinicians, emergency & continuity officials, sustainability officers, policymakers, and anyone interested in climate-resilient healthcare in Africa.

💡 Designed to empower action, collaboration, and impactful change across scal