The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has convened a delocalized meeting in Conakry, Guinea, focusing on promoting healthcare services and education in West Africa.
Theme: “Promoting Healthcare Services and Education in West Africa: The Role of ECOWAS Parliament”
The meeting, held from September 3-7, 2024, aims to raise awareness among MPs on healthcare services and education, enabling them to contribute to health policy promotion in ECOWAS member states.
Address by Co-Chair Orlando Dias Pereira
Hon. Pereira emphasized the importance of regional integration and cooperation, quoting Kofi Annan: “The only path that offers any hope of a better future for all humanity is that of cooperation and partnership.”
Parliamentary Involvement in Health Policy
Hon. Pereira stressed the need for parliamentarians to be involved in health policy-making, ensuring ownership and commitment at all levels of the process.
Objectives and Outcomes
The meeting aims to:
- Obtain details on ECOWAS Commission interventions in the region
- Gather information on health policies and successful interventions
- Draw lessons from successful programs for implementation in member states
A Site Visits and Report
The Joint Committee will visit health and education facilities and present a report at the forthcoming Ordinary Session of Parliament, with recommendations to be transmitted to stakeholders.
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