We are increasingly affirming our role in tackling global health, biodiversity, climate change, and particularly within the One Health approach
Dr Seck, PREZODE GA Presodent
The President of the General Assembly reviews the activities carried out for PREZODE during his first year in office. He highlights the successful efforts to bring the initiative’s voice and recommendations to all levels and confirms that the principle of co-construction remains a major and effective pillar. Papa Seck calls on members to increase their commitment, particularly through financial contributions necessary for the success of PREZODE’s actions.
1. After one year as President of the General Assembly of PREZODE, what initial outcomes can you report?
I am pleased to note considerable progress in raising awareness of PREZODE, securing support for our shared vision, and strengthening our global network. In this regard, I have had the opportunity to represent the initiative at numerous high-level meetings. Notably, I relayed PREZODE’s recommendations during the INB (Intergovernmental Negotiating Body) working sessions for the Pandemic Treaty. I also presented PREZODE’s declaration at COP28 on the role of communities in addressing climate change and its impact on global health. Additionally, I chaired fruitful meetings with our experts, PREZODE members, and the Steering Committee.
All these exchanges have reinforced our relations with partners and consolidated our role in the debate on global health, biodiversity, climate change, and especially on the One Health. Furthermore, the launch of field projects, such as the new phase of AfriCam in Kédougou, Senegal, demonstrated PREZODE’s ability to provide concrete and operational solutions at national and local levels.
2. What aspects of the initiative do members and partners value most?
The partners and members I have met particularly appreciate PREZODE’s collaborative approach, which brings together actors in human, animal, and environmental health around a shared vision based on the principle of co-construction. The international and interdisciplinary nature of the initiative is a significant asset, as it allows for local specificities to be taken into account while providing a global response. Our commitment to producing data-driven solutions and integrating local community knowledge into prevention strategies enhances our value. It embodies our goal of bringing together societal actors, scientists, and policymakers for a better understanding of issues and coordinated action from local to global levels.
3. What actions and activities should be intensified in the coming years?