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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 28/09/2026

We are delighted to welcome Dr. @Lara Vojnov to the Center as a Senior Scholar. Her focus on equity in testing will strengthen the Center's work as diagnostics move to the center of the fight against TB, HIV, and the next pandemic.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 22/09/2026

Join TB advocates calling for action, ambition, and accountability in scaling up TB testing. Go to tinyurl.com/TBGDA to find out more. #TestToBeatTB @treatmentactiongroup.org, @globaltbcaucus.bsky.social

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 16/09/2026

1/3 We're pleased to release E2 of Global Order: Can a Divided World Be Ready for the Next Pandemic? with the Rt Hon. Helen Clark. Listen now: open.spotify.com/show/3UVX9xJ...

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 09/09/2026

We’re pleased to release episode one of our podcast, Global Order with @unaids.org executive director Winnie Byanyima on democracy in an age of crisis. Listen: open.spotify.com/show/3UVX9xJ...

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 02/09/2026

On Wednesday 9 September, we release the first episode of Global Order: Inside the Systems that Govern Life and Death — our new podcast on what happens to health as the rules and institutions the world relied on for 80 years come apart. Hosted by our director, @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 28/08/2026

We’re launching a podcast, Global Order, on what happens to health as the rules and institutions the world relied on for 80 years come apart. A moment of danger, but also a chance to build something better. Click follow so you don’t miss it 🔔 open.spotify.com/show/3UVX9xJ...

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 30/07/2026

Today, our director Matthew Kavanagh, PhD co-authored a research paper in the New England Journal of Medicine which finds that economic inequality, not conventional preparedness, is the clearest predictor of how countries fare against pandemics.

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Matthew Kavanagh @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Even after COVID-19, why is the world still so vulnerable to pandemics? That's the question I'm taking on at the Breaking the Inequality Cycle session at #AIDS2026, with our new research on why preparedness keeps falling short. (hint, it's not 'global health security' capacity)

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Matthew Kavanagh @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

At the UN member states adopt new high level political declaration on HIV. surprise: it passed with amendments that made it significantly stronger on access to medicines and human rights than original. big deal in a moment where multilateral cooperation is in short supply. Some thoughts…

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 19/06/2026

After 6 years as Special Rapporteur on the right to health, Dr Tlaleng Mokofeng, senior scholar at our Center, gave her farewell speech to the Human Rights Council. The right to health "must be central to diplomacy & the peace & security agenda of the UN" 📺Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfYH...

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Farewell remarks by Tlaleng Mofokeng at the UN Human Rights Council

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 12/06/2026

Next week, our Senior Scholar Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng presents her final report as UN Special Rapporteur on the right to health: "The Right to Health as an Enabler of Dignity." Six years. Countless country visits. A mandate that put dignity at its centre. Watch live on UN WebTV 🧵

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 29/04/2026

Tomorrow: Iyaleta Pesquisa launches Brazil's STRIDE research live on YouTube — 6:30pm Brazil /7:30pm ET Ilera Egbé Dudu examines racism's impact on the health of Brazil's Black population. A milestone for anti-racism in global health. Watch live: youtube.com/live/fl_-wdv...

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 13/04/2026

How do civil society advocates turn TB policy promises into results? Join GHPP and KELIN for a webinar with voices from Kenya, Nigeria and Zimbabwe. 📅 16 April, 7am ET / 12pm BST 🔗 georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n2g88sd5SqKarzVhYpd6SA#/registration

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 25/03/2026

We have known what causes TB since 1882, and yet it remains the world's deadliest infectious disease. In a new piece for Project Syndicate, our Co-Director Sharonann Lynch and ASLM's Anafi Mataka argue the missing pieces are political. www.project-syndicate.org/commentary/n...

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Solving the Tuberculosis Puzzle

Anafi Mataka & Sharonann Lynch foresee near-point-of-care tests narrowing the diagnostic gap – so long as there is sufficient political will.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 24/03/2026

Today is World TB Day, so we asked John Green — author, broadcaster, and one of the disease's most unflinching advocates — to share his thoughts on what needs to be done to tackle tuberculosis, a respiratory disease that claimed 1.2 million lives in 2024.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 18/03/2026

What happens when the next pandemic hits? Yesterday we put that question to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Jason Gale, Dr. Nina Schwalbe, Dr. Stephanie Psaki, and Prof. Rebecca Katz — chaired by our Director Prof. Matthew Kavanagh. Watch the full recording 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_OU...

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What Happens When The Next Pandemic Hits?

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 05/03/2026

New WHO nPOC TB test recommendations are out — what do they mean for #GlobalFund GC8 proposals? Join the DEC & Stop TB for Session 2 of the DEC Study Club on 18 March to find out. 🌐 English & French interpretation available. Register: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qCMA1JulSamJ77yj-lcSbw

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 05/03/2026

Tune to and watch our Director @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social deliver a workshop on the political economy of inequality and pandemics tomorrow at 4pm ET. The link is sign-up is: spr.ly/6041hqwuF. Thank you to the @buceid.bsky.social for arranging this important event.

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Global Health Politics Workshop: Spring 2026 | The Frederick S. Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 27/02/2026

Are we more or less prepared for the next pandemic than we were for COVID-19? To find out, join us on 17 March at 3pm ET for a conversation on the future of pandemics and global health. Register for in-person: rb.gy/tfnyfq Register for online: rb.gy/d53zjj

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 13/02/2026

We're excited to welcome Allan Maleche to the Center for Global Health Policy & Politics as a Senior Scholar. As a human rights lawyer and Executive Director of KELIN, Allan brings 15+ years of experience advancing rights-based health, justice, and global governance.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 11/02/2026

New tuberculosis (TB) diagnostics hold real promise — but how do we take them to scale? Join us and TB experts for a webinar on 25 February at 8–9:30 am ET to find out. 🔗Register here: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BaGDCLCwT_-mWiocQv7_Mg#/registration

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 27/01/2026

Big news in global health: the price of a dual HIV-syphilis test has dropped to $0.84- a record low. A major step towards more equitable, efficient, and sustainable testing access in LMICs, showing what’s possible when global health actors act boldly.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 09/01/2026

New article from our co-director @sharonannlynch.bsky.social in @plosglobalpublichealth.org: “Unlocking potential: Development finance reforms needed to support localized health product manufacturing.” 🔗Learn more here: shorturl.at/oblmX @who.int

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 04/12/2025

We are honoured to welcome Professor Attiya Waris to the Center as a Senior Scholar. Prof. Waris, a UN Independent Expert, is one of the world's foremost authorities on fiscal law and policy. 👉 Follow us on Bluesky to stay up to date on Professor Waris' work with the Center.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 02/12/2025

Our latest Newsletter is live! Highlights include the new inequality-pandemic cycle report, @drtlaleng.bsky.social's Right to Health report, and Attiya Waris's talk on fiscal architectures. ✉️Subscribe for updates like this delivered directly to your inbox! shorturl.at/UKUXF

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 02/12/2025

Join us this Friday, 5 Dec for a webinar on how communities can effectively promote fair and sustainable TB treatment for everybody in EECA With @sharonannlynch.bsky.social, @treatmentactiongroup.org's Mike Frick, & TB Europe Coalition's Lesia Tonkonoh 🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/frsejhk8

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 22/11/2025

Our colleague Agrata Sharma discussing #TB policies for incarcerated populations at the World Lung Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark. #UnionConf2025 #UnionConf #EndTB @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social @georgetownuni.bsky.social

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 21/11/2025

At #UnionConf2025 Tapiwa Kujinga and the Diagnostics Equity Consortium (DEC) calls for doubling the number of #TB tests performed by 2030 and rapid rollout of innovative near point-of-care TB tests. DEC is hosted by @georgetowngirl.bsky.social and PATAM. diagnosticsequity.org

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 21/11/2025

The US is a strategic player in global health — but stepping back carries risks. Our Director@matthewkavanagh.bsky.social warned in a talk with @malarianomore.org that disengaging from African-led institutions undermines U.S. interests. Absence isn’t a strategy. Engagement is.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 18/11/2025

Join us at 1pm EST TODAY for this event moderated by @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social with speaker Joy Phumaphi: "An African Perspective on the America First Global Health Strategy" RSVP here: secure.everyaction.com/QQ6Gu3L04k25...

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 17/11/2025

New @nytimes.com article shows US blocking basic public-health terms including equity, UHC and references to WHO during G20 Health Minister meetings. Our director @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social told NYT these principles aren’t controversial - they’re essential for global health cooperation.

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 13/11/2025

🗣️ “Measles is an entirely preventable disease.” Our senior fellow @nschwalbe.bsky.social on @npr.org with to discuss falling vaccination rates and the misinformation crisis eroding trust. Her message: We must rebuild vaccine confidence through transparency and engagement. 🎧 Listen 👇

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 11/11/2025

Science can stop outbreaks, but it’s not enough in the face of the inequality-pandemic cycle. Our director @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social in @scidevnet.bsky.social: debt, monopolies, and lack of local production makes us all more vulnerable. Read more below ⬇️ scidev.net/global/opini... @unaids.org

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 07/11/2025

@matthewkavanagh.bsky.social in conversation with @politico.com: "What we need is a whole new approach to global health security that centers inequality...it is the only way that we ensure health security in the United States" Full conversation below ⬇️ www.politico.com/newsletters/...

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Interrupting the cycle that fuels pandemics

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 07/11/2025

The Global Council on Inequality, AIDS and Pandemics, of which @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social is a member, welcomes the #G20 Health Ministers’ Statement which sets out actions to protect public health by fighting inequalities: inequalitycouncil.org/g20-statemen... @josephestiglitz.bsky.social

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 07/11/2025

Watch @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social on NewzroomAfrika on the pandemic-inequality cycle. Inequality undermines trust, politics, and policy, making outbreaks more dangerous. His message: invest now in vaccine and medicine production. Link ⤵️ youtube.com/watch?v=xiEV... @unaids.org #globalhealth

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Report warns global inequalities are worsening health crises

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 07/11/2025

On @sabcnews.bsky.social our director @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social explains how economic inequality within and between Global South countries fuels a dangerous cycle, widening health gaps and undermining pandemic response. Watch the segment below ⤵️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohzm... @unaids.org

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Report on global inequalities: Matthew Kavanagh

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 06/11/2025

Our very own @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social is currently addressing #G20 Health Ministers, discussing the direct corelation between inequality and pandemics. Want to learn more? Listen to his explainer here: shorturl.at/aJrvR

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 03/11/2025

Ahead of the #G20 Health Ministers Meeting, leaders receive Breaking the Inequality–Pandemic Cycle, a landmark report from the Global Council on Inequality, AIDS & Pandemics. 🎥 @matthewkavanagh.bsky.social on how inequality fuels deadlier, costlier pandemics. Full report ↓ #GlobalHealth #UNAIDS

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 31/10/2025

@ghpp-georgetown.bsky.social Senior Scholar @drtlaleng.bsky.social presented her report “Health and care workers and the right to health” at the UN General Assembly— calling for peace, accountability, and protection for health workers everywhere. 📖 Read the report here: docs.un.org/en/A/HRC/59/48

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Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy & Politics @ghpp.georgetown.edu · 30/10/2025

The Georgetown University Center for Global Health Policy & Politics (GHPP) is is now live on Bluesky, LinkedIn🌍 Follow us for the latest analysis research and commentary on the intersection of politics and global health. 🔗LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/georgetownghpp 🔗X: x.com/GeorgetownGHPP

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