Savannah on the world stage
Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus with Savannah Jamora. Credit: Violaine Martin
Sydney Adventist Hospital administrator Savannah Jamora recently served as the director-general at the first in-person Global Model World Health Organisation (GMWHO) Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.
At the conference, Miss Jamora was able to spend time discussing global health with Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, World Health Organisation (WHO) director-general and the principal advisor to the United Nations on matters pertaining to global health. She shared and discussed with him the important mission of Sydney Adventist Hospital and its commitment to wholistic healthcare for its patients and community.
The conference was jointly organised by the WHO and the World Federation of United Nations Associations. It consisted of an authentic simulation of the World Health Assembly, led by more than 350 students from over 50 countries where they were able to partake in the drafting of resolutions addressing some of the most important and pressing health issues that the world faces today. The conference offered delegates an opportunity to unite to discuss these important issues, also giving them a chance to celebrate their unique cultures and diversities.
“Young people are more than just the future of global health; they are essential partners in shaping its present,” Miss Jamora said. “By involving youth in health policy, we can tap into their lived experiences, unique perspectives and innovative ideas, ensuring policies are relevant, effective and responsive to the needs of future generations.
“Through the Global Model WHO, young people are given the tools and platform by which they can meaningfully work towards creating a healthier, more equitable world for all.”