About This Course

St. George's University (SGU) presents the course, Partnering for the Planet, as part of its One Health, One Medicine Open Access course series. This course is being offered by the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine as it celebrates 25 years of public health education, research and service excellence.

Collaborative efforts and partnerships are essential in addressing the health challenges posed by a changing climate. As we face a consensus on the world's shifting climate, it becomes increasingly clear that only through united actions and shared expertise can we effectively combat the diverse impacts, such as erratic weather patterns, heat waves, flooding, and air pollution, that threaten public health. By fostering strong collaborations across sectors, we can better safeguard critical determinants of health including clean air, safe drinking water, adequate food supply, and secure shelter, thereby creating a healthier planet for current and future generations.

Students in the 4-week course will interact with SGU’s faculty and partners from UN DESA, WHO/PAHO, and UN FCCC as the topic of collaboration and partnership for climate solutions is discussed.