New global partnership that provides financing to strengthen pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response capabilities in low- and middle-income countries.
The
#PandemicFund
’s Board approved $500M for its 2nd round of funding to help LMICs scale up efforts to better prepare for future pandemics. Eligible countries, Regional Entities & Implementing Entities are invited to submit proposals starting in late Feb
The
#PandemicFund
’s Board approved $500M for its 2nd round of funding to help LMICs scale up efforts to better prepare for future pandemics.
Eligible countries, Regional Entities & Implementing Entities are invited to submit proposals starting in late Feb
Online portal for proposal submissions is now open.
Submit your full proposals for project funding by May 19.
For more information and to submit a proposal:
#PandemicPreparedness
@WHO
@WorldBank
Thank you 🇮🇩, 🇮🇹, 🇸🇦 and
@WorldBank
@WHO
@g20org
for the work done to create the
#PandemicFund
. We are grateful to our donors for contributing over $1.4 billion in seed funding.
Investing in pandemic prevention & preparedness is a public good. The benefits will be shared by everyone everywhere
The 1st
#PandemicFund
Call for Proposals generated 179 applications from 129 low & middle-income countries w/requests for +$2.5B in grants
NEWS: Officially launched today on the margins of the
@g20org
Joint Finance and Health Ministers’ meeting. The
#PandemicFund
will provide additional, long-term financing to strengthen pandemic prevention preparedness and response. Press release:
The
#PandemicFund
announces a second round of funding with half-a-billion-dollar envelope.
For more information and guidance on the application process:
19 projects selected by the Governing Board of the
#PandemicFund
will receive funding to progress
#PandemicPPR
by strengthening:
🔎disease surveillance + early warning,
🔬laboratory systems, &
👩⚕️health workforce
Learn more about the projects ➡️
🚀 Our new website is live! Check out the vibrant design and cutting-edge features that bring our mission to life. See how we're making a difference:
#PandemicFund
💡 The
#PandemicFund
’s 2nd Call for Proposals Application Portal is now LIVE. Submit your proposal by May 17, 2024.
For more information:
#PandemicPreparedness
🚀Launching today: our inaugural newsletter!
This first edition includes a snapshot of the milestones achieved in our first year, along with a glimpse into some of the key events we hosted and participated in.
Read:
Subscribe:
The Pandemic Fund is well positioned to serve as a key vehicle to support countries in fulfilling their obligations under a forthcoming Pandemic Agreement and relevant frameworks.
Statement issued by the Governing Board’s Co-Chairs and Voting Members:
The
#PandemicFund
’s Board approved $500M in a 2nd round of funding to help LMICs scale up efforts to prepare for future pandemics.
For more information:
🚨Press Release:
🗒️Guidance Note:
The
#PandemicFund
Governing Board met in Washington this week—a very productive meeting covering many important topics, including implementation progress on projects funded in the first round, medium-term strategic plan, resource mobilization, and links with the Pandemic…
37 countries across 6 regions will receive
grants to strengthen disease surveillance, lab systems & health workforce
Sub-Saharan Africa—the region w/the highest demand for grants—will receive the largest proportion of funding from the 1st round, over 30%
🚨 A CALL FOR EXPERTS 🚨
The
#PandemicFund
is now accepting applications from highly qualified experts to serve as Members of the Accreditation Panel for Implementing Entities.
Apply by September 5!
Learn more about the required qualifications here 👇
Strengthening Prevention, Preparedness, Response, & Recovery from Public Health Emergencies
Tonight we joined the
#WHA76
dialogue on promoting mutually reinforcing relationships for resource mobilization w/
@Amref_Worldwide
,
@MOH_Kenya
,
@WHO
&
@AfricaCDC
This week's
#WHA76
was critical for raising the bar on pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response
Pandemic-proofing our global health is an important and smart investment that will save lives and money in the long term.
@DrTedros
@DrMikeRyan
@PriyaBasu2017
@ChatibBasri
On March 20, the
#PandemicFund
held two information sessions on the second Call for Proposals.
Watch the recordings:
Session 1:
Passcode: Nr8@=p1e
Session 2:
Passcode: &+%g2PGd
For more information:
Ethiopia takes a monumental step in pandemic preparedness with the launch of the
#PandemicFund
project.
Together with
@WHOEthiopia
,
@UNICEFEthiopia
, &
@FAOEthiopia
we are helping to build resilience in public health in Ethiopia.
Read the press release :
📢 NEW! The Application Portal for the
#PandemicFund
's 2nd Call for Proposals is LIVE!
Explore funding opportunities for high-impact investments in
#pandemic
preparedness.
Apply before May 17, 2024.
For more information:
The Pandemic Fund turns one this month🎊
Year 1 milestones:
➖Raised $2B in seed capital
➖Awarded first round of grants to 19 projects in 37 countries across six regions
➖Advocated for the
#PPR
agenda across sectors
With a stronger health infrastructure, including a well-trained health workforce, countries can ensure that essential health services are maintained during emergencies.
Find out more about The
#PandemicFund
’s priorities:
#PandemicPPR
Great conversation this week on
Enhancing Health Systems & Epidemic Response Through Knowledge Sharing @
#WorldResilienceSummit
roundtable hosted by
@wclimate
&
@Genevaforum
Better data & transparency are key to preventing the next health outbreak from becoming a pandemic
#WHA76
The demand is clear: we need more financing to support
#PandemicPPR
. But we are making real progress along the way.
Thank you to the speakers & health ministers at our event who shared the stories of
#PandemicFund
impact.
⏯️ WATCH THE REPLAY: |
#UNGA78
Join the
#PandemicFund
and partners for a landmark initiative to boost
#PandemicPreparedness
in Ethiopia.
Don't miss this milestone event for the Fund's largest project!
Monday, 29 January | 9am - 1pm EAT
Meeting ID: 919 7054 9939
Passcode: EPPR
@2024
#
“Investing in local capacity to effectively prevent, detect, & respond to epidemics through a ‘one-health’ approach is the best way to achieve global health security. The
#PandemicFund
is a key step in the right direction."
—Hon. Dr.
@YvanButera
, Minister of State
@RwandaHealth
DEADLINE—APRIL 26 @ 8am ET
The
#PandemicFund
wants to hear your thoughts to help shape our five-year Strategic Plan! Your input is critical to delivering on our commitment to inclusion & transparency.
Read the draft & share your thoughts at this link:
"The
#PandemicFund
is filling an important gap in the global health architecture.
It represents a shield against future pandemic threats & it plays an important defense role as well—one that we should aim to preserve & strengthen."
—H.E. Orazio Schillaci,
@MinisteroSalute
#WHA76
Excellent discussion this morning, moderated by
@PriyaBasu2017
, Exec. Head of the
#PandemicFund
, on the sidelines of the
#G20
Health Working Group Meeting in Brasília.
Stay tuned for the recording!
“Today marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey—the launch of the Strengthening Pandemic PPR through One Health in Mongolia Project. This initiative is a testament to what we can achieve when we come together w/a shared goal of health security & resilience."—
@PriyaBasu2017
🚨Sign up for an upcoming
#PandemicFund
second Call for Proposals information session:
March 20th 7:00 – 8:00am EDT :
March 20th 18:00 – 19:00 EDT :
For more info:
The
#PandemicFund
invites you to provide input on our medium-term Strategic Plan.
Your input is critical to delivering on our commitment to inclusion and transparency.
Read the draft and share your comments by April 26:
#PPR
7th Annual
#HealthFinancing
Forum:
Investing in Health in the post-COVID era
Join April 17 @ 11:15-12:30 ET for a session moderated by
@PriyaBasu2017
on Prioritizing Health Emergency Prevention, Preparedness & Response in Government Funding
LIVE STREAM:
Have you seen our inaugural newsletter?!
➡️
This 1st edition includes a snapshot of the milestones achieved in our 1st year, along w/ a glimpse into some of the key events we hosted & participated in
Subscribe to receive updates! ⬅️
Demand for building resilience to future health threats is clear.
The
#PandemicFund
closed its first Call for Proposals with requests from 129 countries for financing of +$2.5 billion.
Find out more:
#PandemicPPR
In December, the
#PandemicFund
’s Board approved $500M in a 2nd round of funding to help LMICs scale up efforts to prepare for future pandemics
Eligible countries, Regional Entities & Implementing Entities are invited to submit proposals starting late Feb:
The emergency phase of COVID-19 is now behind us but we face a growing risk of new pandemics
Countries must focus on how they can advance
#PandemicPrevention
& preparedness and integrate this agenda into strengthening health systems
#DrivingHealthForAll
:
19 projects selected by the Governing Board of the
#PandemicFund
will receive funding to progress
#PandemicPPR
by strengthening:
🔎disease surveillance + early warning,
🔬laboratory systems, &
🧑⚕️health workforce
Learn about the selected proposals:
DEADLINE EXTENDED—8AM ET ON APRIL 29: The
#PandemicFund
wants to hear your thoughts to help shape our five-year Strategic Plan! Read the draft and share your thoughts.
For more information:
Are you attending the
#G20
Health Working Group meeting in Brasília next week? Join the
#PandemicFund
&
#Brazil
Min. of Health co-branded event on Apr. 9 🕗 8:00-9:30 AM BT Or watch live online:
COVID-19 demonstrated that a quick-moving pathogen spreading across the globe has the potential to kill millions, disrupt economies, & destabilize national security.
We are still unprepared for the next pandemic, but we can fix this 👇
“In a complex & crowded global health financing space, the
#PandemicFund
seeks to serve as an integrator, promoting coordination among partners to support country financing needs, and as a catalyzer of international and domestic resources.”
@PriyaBasu2017
#CHIntHealthFinancing
The
#PandemicFund
’s Board approved $500M in a 2nd round of funding to help LMICs scale up efforts to prepare for future pandemics.
The portal to submit proposals will be opening in late February.
🚨Press Release:
🗒️Guidance Note:
The
#PandemicFund
project in Yemen has officially launched!
Congratulations to the Gov. of Yemen and our partners
@WHOYemen
,
@FAOYemen
&
@UNICEF_Yemen
.
A major milestone in pandemic prevention & preparedness! Learn more about the project:
Climate change is inextricably linked to pandemic threats. It’s time to address these interconnected crises together so that climate change does not undermine public health efforts to prevent, prepare, & respond to future pandemics.
|
#DrivingHealthForAll
Congratulations to our partners in Kazakhstan,
@WHO
, and all stakeholders involved! Today's launch event marks a significant milestone in our journey towards stronger pandemic preparedness and response.
#PandemicFund
COVID19 brought the risk of major disease outbreaks to the forefront. How will the global community prepare for future shocks?
World health leaders gather this week at
#WHA76
to discuss pathways forward
Learn how the
#PandemicFund
is
#DrivingHealthForAll
Over 1,000 participants from 140 countries joined the information sessions on the
#PandemicFund
's call for Expressions of Interest.
#PandemicPreparedness
Check out the
#PandemicFund
's website to learn more about the next steps:
🚨TOMORROW: Join one of the
#PandemicFund
's second Call for Proposals information sessions:
March 20th 7:00 – 8:00am EDT:
March 20th 18:00 – 19:00 EDT:
For more info:
In Paraguay, we're not just preparing for the next pandemic; we're redefining how we respond to public health threats. Today's launch is just the beginning of our journey towards a resilient health system with our partners
@msaludpy
,
@UNICEFParaguay
,
@FAOParaguay
,
@WHO
&
@the_IDB
"The
#PandemicFund
is an innovative & effective financial tool that will allow countries to strengthen their healthcare systems through strategic & sustainable investments."
—H.E.
@CarlaVizzotti
@msalnacion
, Argentina |
#WHA76
“The Pandemic Fund is pleased to partner with
@CARPHA1
& the
@the_IDB
to support this important project, which holds the promise of building the Region’s resilience to future pandemics."
—
@Priya_Basu2017
, Executive Head of the Pandemic Fund
The
#PandemicFund
’s Governing Board approved grants under its 1st round of funding, aimed to boost resilience to future pandemics in 37 countries across 6 regions.
Learn about the selected projects⤵️ |
#PandemicPPR
Today is
#WorldHealthDay
! Experts predict there’s an over 50% chance that another pandemic will hit us within the next 25 yrs. The
#PandemicFund
represents a global commitment to elevating pandemic preparedness to the forefront of international health and development agendas.
December 27 is the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness
In the face of multiple crises, let’s not forget to prepare for the next health threat. Investing in
#PandemicPreparedness
in developing countries benefits all countries.
#OneHealth
#PPR
“As the only multilateral mechanism dedicated to strengthening
#pandemicPPR
in lower & middle income countries, the
#PandemicFund
is a significant innovation in the global health financing architecture..." [1/2]
—
@PriyaBasu2017
, Executive Head, Pandemic Fund Secretariat |
#G20HWG
Session 1⃣ centred on interweaving the global initiatives for a fit-for-purpose Health Emergencies Prevention, Preparedness & Response Ecosystem.
It underlined the need to promote
#OneHealthApproach
& create a framework for Antimicrobial Resistance stewardship.
#G20India
#G20HWG
Don’t miss our interactive Knowledge Café on ‘Building Pandemic Resilient Health Systems through Coordination, Collaboration, and Innovation'
Join us in person at the
#WBGMeetings
(MC Front Lobby)
👉Tomorrow April 19 @ 1:00 -1:45pm ET
Or watch live:
The
#pandemicFund
Board is pleased to announce the selection of Joy St John
@CARPHAExDir
Executive Director of the Caribbean Public Health Agency, as Vice-Chair of the TAP alongside TAP Chair
@DrMikeRyan
of
@WHO
“This is the time to scale up efforts through collective action. We must work w/ urgency, applying the lessons learned from COVID19 & invest adequately in pandemic prevention & preparedness.”
—
@PriyaBasu2017
, Exec Head,
#PandemicFundSecretariat
Read more:
“This week marks the 4th anniversary of
@WHO
declaring
#COVID19
a pandemic. Experts predict there’s an over 50% chance that another pandemic of this magnitude will hit us within the next 25 years. I cannot overstate the importance of preparing for the next global health threat.