The Geneva Global Health Cooperative combines deep technical expertise with a solid commitment to ethical and sustainable development practices. At the Cooperative, we take a unique approach to our comprehensive services, covering various health-related challenges, including emergency preparedness and humanitarian response, capacity building of health partners and public health training, and support to operational research. Whether in emergency settings or long-term health programs, our team works collaboratively to improve health outcomes, reduce inequalities, and promote a more sustainable and resilient future for all.
One Health
- Our experts design integrated health solutions that consider the complex interactions between human, animal, and environmental health, addressing zoonotic diseases, ecosystem services, and sustainable agriculture. We offer expertise in addressing environmental determinants of health, including water, sanitation, air quality, and the impacts of climate change on public health.
Crisis and Epidemic Management
- Disaster relief and recovery: our team provides expert coordination for disaster response, ensuring that health services are quickly restored in the aftermath of natural and artificial disasters.
- Epidemic preparedness and response: we specialise in responding to disease outbreaks, particularly cholera and other infectious diseases. This includes rapid assessment, coordination, and implementation of emergency health measures.
Capacity Building, Health System Strengthening, and Policy Support
- Our goal is to support existing structures and strengthen the technical capacities of stakeholders. Our team provides technical support for improving health systems, including capacity building for local stakeholders and reinforcing governance and management structures. We engage in policy dialogue and advocacy, working with governments, international organisations, and civil society to influence health policies that are inclusive, equitable, and sustainable.
Evaluation
- Health needs assessment: We conduct qualitative and quantitative health and humanitarian needs evaluations, particularly in emergencies, to guide effective intervention strategies.
- Epidemiological Studies: We offer in-depth analyses of health patterns, disease transmission, and public health risks in both acute crises and long-term development settings.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: We implement robust monitoring and evaluation systems using qualitative and quantitative methods to assess the impact and effectiveness of health interventions.
Research and Innovation
- We design, conduct and promote research on nutrition and infectious and non-communicable diseases. Our work emphasises innovative health solutions, including new technologies and approaches in healthcare, particularly tailored for low-resource settings. These efforts are grounded in a cross-disciplinary perspective integrating anthropology, cost-effectiveness analysis, and epidemiology.
Training
- The support includes the development of curricula and training material, the organisation of the training sessions, and their evaluation. We offer training programs for health professionals, NGOs, and local partners in disease surveillance, epidemic response, data management and analysis, project management, monitoring and evaluation, and One Health. We also provide educational support to local communities, empowering them with the knowledge to take charge of their health and improve resilience in the face of health challenges.