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SUMMARY:Migrations and Women Empowerment in Central Africa: Facts and Figures
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 23\, 2024Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00pm (GMT+1)\nVenue: Zoom Online (Register now) \nBackground  \nMigration in Africa is a complex phenomenon influenced by various factors\, including conflict\, economic opportunities\, and social dynamics. It has seen a notable increase\, with the number of migrants rising from 17.2 million in 2010 to 26.3 million in 2019\, with women making up about 45% of this total (1). In Central Africa\, migrations have been shaped by colonial legacies and socio-political upheavals. The movement of Bantu-speaking peoples\, Portuguese traders\, and later labor migrants during the colonial period set the stage for contemporary migration dynamics. During the transatlantic slave trade\, ports in Angola were pivotal\, with nearly three million people forcibly transported to the Americas from Luanda alone (2).\nIn conflict-affected regions\, migration is often a survival strategy. Women\, for instance\, migrate not only for safety but also in search of better economic opportunities\, often becoming the primary breadwinners for their families. Those who constitute a significant portion of migrants experience unique challenges such as triple discrimination from gender\, race\, nationality\, health vulnerability\, poor working conditions\, and economic exploitation during their migration journeys. With this in mind\, the Nkafu Policy Institute\, a think tank of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation\, is organizing a conversation on the theme “Migrations and Women Empowerment in Central Africa: Facts and Figures.”\n2. Objectives\nThe main objective of this conversation is to address the challenges faced by women migrants while promoting their rights and opportunities for empowerment. More specifically\, it will be a matter of; \nDiscussing strategies to protect the rights of women migrants especially when it comes to human trafficking\, access to health care and protection against violence and harassment.\nExploring ways to empower women migrants economically.\nUnderstanding migration trends and analyzing the increasing trend of women migrating within and beyond Central Africa in search of equality\, economic opportunities\, and autonomy.\nProviding actionable insights to inform policy decisions and promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in central Africa. \n3. Target audience\nThe event targets; policymakers\, government officials\, civil society organizations\, international organizations; academics and researchers; media representatives.\n4. Expected outcome of the event\nParticipants will identify specific vulnerabilities faced by women migrants\, and the need for gender-responsive policies that address the unique challenges women face\, resulting in actionable recommendations to enhance women’s rights and socio-economic conditions in Central Africa. \nContact details  \nEmail: info@foretiafoundation.org / Tel: (+237) 654 86 72 54\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/migrations-and-women-empowerment-in-central-africa-facts-and-figures/
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SUMMARY:Private Health Insurance as a potentiator of Universal Health Coverage
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday October 30th\, 2024Time: 3:00pm -4:00pm\nVenue: Zoom\, Online (Register now) \nBackground\nHealth insurance is a form of financial protection that is effective in the event of an unexpected illness\, as it allows healthcare users to access quality health services when and wherever they need it with minimal financial setbacks. In a population of over 25 million\, in Cameroon\, only 6.46% of Cameroonians had a form of social health protection [1] leaving nonsubscribers to spend exponentially in order to access healthcare services. Cameroon\, alongside other nations are working towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) [2] as per the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) agenda. Committed to achieve this\, the Cameroonian government launched the Phase I of UHC in April 2023\, effective in 5 of the 10 regions with the package for pregnant women and children expanded to the South West and North West region of Cameroon. With the numerous private health insurance companies in the country subscription rate remain low. This highlights the need for effective health insurance systems to facilitate broader access to healthcare services.\nObjectives\nThe overall objective is to highlight the role health insurance plays in facilitating and enabling access to quality\, and timely healthcare services whenever needed.\nMore specifically: \nDiscuss the Current State of Health Insurance: Analyze the existing health insurance landscape in Cameroon\, including challenges and opportunities.\nHighlight Successful Models: Present successful health insurance models from other countries African countries that could be adapted to the Cameroonian context.\nIdentify Barriers to Access: Examine barriers that prevent citizens from enrolling in health insurance programs and accessing UHC. \nExpected Outcomes\nThe expected outputs are: \nIncreased awareness of the importance of health insurance in achieving UHC in Cameroon.\nIdentification of actionable strategies to enhance health insurance coverage.\nStrengthened collaboration among stakeholders to address barriers to access.\nDevelopment of a roadmap for future initiatives aimed at improving health financing mechanisms. \nTargeted Audience\nThis webinar is intended for the health insurance providers\, policymakers\, government officials\, public health professionals\, public health researchers\, health economists\, community leaders\, health advocates\, and the general public\nVenue\nThis webinar will take place on Zoom platform and will be aired on Facebook live.\nProposed Panelists/Moderator \nNoudji Simon\, MD\, MPH\, Head of Communication\, marketing and promotion\, UHC\nItem Gustave\, Branch Manager AXA Assurance\nMildred Njamnsi\, Resource Mobiliser North West Special Fund for Health \n Moderator:\nDr Odette Kibu\, Senior Policy Analyst Nkafu Policy Institute\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.foretiafoundation.org/events/private-health-insurance-as-a-potentiator-of-universal-health-coverage/
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