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🌟 *Celebrating the Journey of One Health: The 2023 Summer School Adventure* 🌍

Greetings LinkedIn community! 🤝 I'm thrilled to share the incredible journey of the 2023 One Health for Development Summer School (OH4D) - a transformative experience that brought together experts, innovators, and thought leaders in the field of One Health to discuss, learn, and collaboratively tackle some of the most pressing global challenges. 🌐🐾

The event kicked off with Dr. Liveness Banda PhD, who emphasized the pivotal role of innovations in advancing the principles of One Health. Following this enlightening talk, Dr. Sera Gondwe delved into the "Challenges and Opportunities of Innovation in the African Context," shedding light on region-specific perspectives. Diving deeper into the program, Prof. Casmire Igbokwe shared insights on "Zoonotic Issues in West Africa," while Mr. Joseph Nkhoma discussed strategies to overcome the fear of rabies in Malawi. 🦠🐕

The Summer School was enriched by the contributions of participants like Dr. Theresia B Mkenda, Dr. Elias Mwakilama, and Mrs. Chizoba Oranu, who shared advanced methodologies in One Health. Their lectures illuminated new horizons for our collective progress. 💡📚 One of the program highlights included captivating case study updates from the previous year, offering a glimpse into the tangible outcomes and the roadmaps for the future. The camaraderie and shared dedication of participants were truly inspiring.

Venturing beyond the classroom, participants embarked on joint visits to case study sites from the previous year, aiming to gain firsthand insights into the reports presented by diverse case study groups during SS22. The immersive experience unfolded at sites like Area 11 Lilongwe, Chitedze village, Katete farm, and more, covering areas from organic agriculture to waste management. 🌱🐄♻️ This year's Summer School was a testament to the power of collaboration. Participants joined forces to strategize and brainstorm the next steps for implementation, while others revisited their study sites to document progress and fresh discoveries. 🧠💡

At the heart of this event, we witnessed vibrant discussions on food safety, antimicrobial resistance, nutrition, waste management, and more. The synergy between participants and facilitators created an interactive hub where learning was an exhilarating shared adventure. Amidst field visits, engaging talks, and case study insights, the Summer School also explored the essence of sustainability and innovation. The transformation of plastic and glass bottles at the Cool Project Centre showcased the potential of upcycling and left us inspired by innovation's boundless possibilities.

As the sun set over Lake Malawi, participants found a moment of tranquility to recharge for the next day of enriching experiences. Learning was beautifully balanced with leisure, fostering a holistic growth experience. Eminent speakers like Dr. Kainga and Dr. Elius Peter Mwakilama shared revolutionary insights on the COHESA project, data analysis, and forecast models, while case study groups unveiled ingenious solutions and discoveries. Together, they showcased the diverse dimensions of One Health while Ms Maria Oguche also showcased some One Health funding pots and tips on how to write a good proposal.
The journey culminated in a heartwarming cocktail reception, hosted by the Vice Chancellor of LUANAR. Reflecting on the program's evolution from its inception to this moment, Prof. Mizeck Chagunda highlighted the dedication of the planning team and applauded the participants for their unwavering commitment. In the spirit of One Health, he emphasized the power of unity, encapsulated in the Malawian proverb "mutu umodzi susenza denga" - reminding us that collaboration is the cornerstone of progress. 💬🤝
Our appreciation goes to the VolkswagenStifung, who funded this idea to become a reality, our host LUANAR-Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the other partners: University of Hohenheim, University of Tübingen , Kamuzu University of Health Sciences.
As we bid adieu to this remarkable journey, let's carry forward the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and shared learning. Together, we're shaping a healthier, more harmonious world. 🌎🌿

The OneHealth4Development summer school 2022 has officially started today! Opening session currently ongoing at the with the welcome remarks by and keynote address by Knight-Jones, of ILRI.

We are happy that Asimenye Mukumbwa is enjoying her stay in Germany and have also linked up with the association of Malawians in Germany. Pictured here is her and Prof. Dr. Mizeck Chagunda of the Universität Hohenheim celebrating Malawi independence which falls on 6 July.

We welcomed Asimenye Mukumbwa in 06/2022 to the Universität Hohenheim! She is our exchange student till 09/2022 from Lilongwe University Of Agriculture And Natural Resources (LUANAR) and she is carrying out her studies at the Department of Agricultural and Food Policy! We wish you a fruitful stay in Germany!

Application deadline: extended to 22.07.2022!

Application for the OneHealth4Development Summer Schools 2022-2023 is currently ongoing!
The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR), University of Hohenheim (UHOH), Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) and Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen (EKUT) are jointly organizing two consecutive Summer Schools (2022 and 2023).
The Summer Schools which will be hosted by LUANAR, Bunda College from 19.09.2022-30.09.2022 (exact dates for 2023 tba) aims to welcome 40 young scientists introducing the OneHealth concept using actual case studies from Malawi. Via associated methodology and tools, these young scientists will work in multidisciplinary groups to develop and evaluate solutions in line with the OneHealth concept and discuss with stakeholders (e.g. farmers, livestock owners, communities) which ones will be implemented.
Application deadline is 15.07.2022. To apply and for further information, kindly click on this link
https://lnkd.in/ePQnPtby