31) WHO Foundation Flashcards
1
Q
What is WHO Foundation ?
A
It is an independent grant making entity that will support WHO’s efforts to address the most pressing global health challenges and to deliver on the organisation’s Triple Billion Goals
2
Q
How is it related to WHO ?
A
It is NOT , it is actually independent of WHO but under the laws of Switzerland
3
Q
Why this development ?
A
Countries are not happy with WHO’s role in pandemic so they have openly stated that they would reduce/stop their contributions
4
Q
HQ of WHO foundation ?
A
Geneva, Switzerland
5
Q
What are Triple Billion Goals ?
A
WHO’s 5yr (2018-23) strategic plan which aims to
1) Protect 1billion people from health emergencies
2) Extend universal health coverage to 1 billion people
3) Assure healthy lives and well being to 1billion people
