The ECOWAS One Health summer school brings the region's professionals together in Ouidah
For two weeks, health professionals from across West Africa trained in the "One Health" approach, at the heart of IRSP-CAQ's regional programme.
["The second edition of the "ECOWAS One Health Leadership" summer school was held in Ouidah, bringing together senior professionals from several countries of the region. Organised by IRSP-CAQ in partnership with the West African Health Organisation, this session focused on the integrated approach to human, animal and environmental health.", "## An integrated approach to health", "The programme combined theoretical teaching, regional case studies and practical work. Participants worked on zoonosis surveillance, antimicrobial resistance and cross-sector coordination during health crises.", ""This training gives us concrete tools to break down the silos in our health systems," said one participant, a senior officer in a ministry of health of the sub-region.", "## A stronger regional anchoring", "By bringing together French- and English-speaking professionals, the summer school illustrates IRSP-CAQ's pan-African vocation. It is part of the Institute's expertise mission, serving the health systems of the continent.", "A third edition is already being considered for next year, with a strengthened module on epidemic preparedness."]
