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To our neighbors and friends in Western NC, You have been and will continue to be in our thoughts.
We looked to our partners at the NC Department of Health and Human Services for a list of reliable resources to share with North Carolina's global health community across the state, and we are grateful to them for sharing the below.
For those affected in NC, a list of primary resources with up-to-date information:
For those looking to volunteer in recovery efforts:
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- Licensed clinicians can sign up at this link.
- Clinical personnel can sign up here.
- Donate to food banks - information here.
- Donate to the NC Disaster Relief Fund here.
- Other volunteer opportunities through VolunteerNC / NC VOAD here
The road to recovery will be long, and we encourage everyone in our community to sustain efforts to support those affected over the long haul. If you have resources you would like the NCGHA to share, please email us at members@ncglobalhealth.org or tag us on LinkedIn. |
NCGHA Member Opportunities |
Conference Networking Prep Webinar
Fri, Oct 11 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET | Virtual
If you are attending the NC Global Health Conference and would like to hone your networking skills ahead of time, join our free and virtual pre-conference networking prep webinar! This webinar is intended for 2024 North Carolina Global Health Conference attendees. REGISTER HERE! |
It's not too late to register for the
2024 North Carolina Global Health Conference
Tues, Oct 22 | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | Raleigh, NC
Spend the day with us as we explore opportunities to translate global learnings to local contexts, including to right here in our own state. Meet colleagues and peers from across the state, learn from experts and visionaries, and hear from 40 researchers from around NC and the world who will share their work through poster presentations. We can't wait to be with you - register today!
Email members@ncglobalhealth.org with questions, member discount codes, and with needs-based scholarship requests. |
Save the Date!
NC Global Health Careers Week
Mon, Feb 24, 2025 - Fri, Feb 28, 2025
Virtual Sessions Mon- Thurs | In-Person Fair on Friday
Want to recruit from a talented pool of global health professionals from across North Carolina? Email us at members@ncglobalhealth.org to explore how your organization can be featured during the week. |
CFK Africa:
Happy Hour at Steel String Tap Room
Today, Tues, Oct 9 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm ET | Steep String Tap Room
Join this special event to benefit the global non-profit CFK Africa at Steel String Taproom on Wednesday, October 9th, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm! Enjoy Kenya-themed bracelet making, learn about CFK Africa’s impactful youth leadership and public health work, and meet the Executive Director, Jeffrey Okoro, who will be visiting from Kenya. Plus, 10% of the night’s proceeds will directly support CFK Africa’s mission to combat extreme poverty in Kenyan slums. Don’t miss this chance to have fun and make a difference! Learn more about their work here and contact Wyatt Foster, wyatt.foster@cfkafrica.org, about more ways to get involved. |
FHI 360 Webinar:
Girls at the Forefront: Climate Change, Education & Investment
Thurs, Oct 10 | | 9:30 am - 11 am ET | Virtual
Featuring leaders from FCDO, USAID, Theirworld, the ARC Group and FHI 360, the discussion will explore the intersection of education, gender equity, and climate change, with a special focus on adolescent girls. The roundtable will be facilitated by young leaders who will bring their unique perspectives, insights and experiences to the discussion. Read more and register here. |
UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health Seminar:
Resilience in Action: CFK Africa’s Community-Focused Response to Climate and Health Challenges with Executive Director, Jeffrey Okoro
Thurs, Oct 10 | | 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET | UNC Gillings
CFK Africa is no stranger to dealing with crisis. In the past 12 months alone, the Kenya-based NGO has provided healthcare services to Kenya's most vulnerable during catastrophic flooding, political protests, and a nation-wide medical workers strike. In this seminar, CFK Africa Executive Director, Jeffrey Okoro, will discuss the organization’s response to challenges at the intersections of climate and health and continued efforts to boost resilience in informal settlements. Through a participatory development approach, CFK Africa fights extreme poverty in 26 informal settlements throughout Kenya through complementary youth leadership initiatives and public health platform in partnership with the CDC, UNC-Chapel Hill, and local communities. Register here! |
Global Health Council:
Concurrent Session Proposals Due by Fri, Oct 11
The Global Health Council is accepting submissions for proposed concurrent sessions during the 2024 Global Health Landscape Symposium, taking place November 18-20. The theme of the symposium is "Leadership and Policy in Global Health: Navigating New Frontiers." You can read more about the symposium and how to submit an abstract here. |
Duke Global Health Institute:
Global Health Student Research Showcase
Mon, Oct 21 | 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm ET | Duke University
Please join the Duke Global Health Institute for the Thirteenth Annual Global Health Research Showcase to hear from Duke students engaged in global health work. 40 students from all academic levels will present posters on their research projects and experiences. This event is free and open to the public, light refreshments will be provided. Read more about it here. |
NCSU College of Agriculture & Life Sciences:
Emerging Research Showcase, Genomes to Phenomes: Ensuring Sustainability Amid Rapid Environmental Change
Wed, Nov 6 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET | NC Biotech Center
NC State University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences invites you to attend the next fully in-person Emerging Research Showcase, "Genomes to Phenomes: Ensuring Sustainability Amid Rapid Environmental Change." Hear from Garey Fox, Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Christian Tobias, the National Program Leader at IFPS, USDA-NIFA. Register here! |
Go Global NC:
NC Global Advantage Forum 2024
Thurs, Nov 7 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm ET | RTI International, RTP
Join Go Global NC, in partnership with the NC Coalition for Global Competitiveness, to hear from visionary leaders about how engaging with the world can bring greater prosperity to North Carolina. Take part in their Global Networking Hour to learn how we can collaborate to achieve more together. You can read more about the event here and tickets can be purchased here. |
RTI Global Gender Center:
10th Anniversary Celebration! Advancing Women & Underrepresented Groups in STEM
Fri, Nov 15 | 11:30 am - 2:00 pm ET | Hybrid
Join RTI International in celebrating the RTI Global Gender Center's 10th anniversary! This hybrid event is dedicated to advancing women and underrepresented groups in STEM, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Kizzy Corbett-Helaire, co-developer of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, and local university leaders. Register here. |
Global Health Council:
2024 Global Health Landscape Symposium
Nov 18 - 21 | Virtual & Washington, DC
The 2024 Global Health Landscape Symposium (GHLS) will occur amidst a year of enormous shifts. Approximately 40 national elections, including the U.S. presidential election, are — or already have — taken place worldwide. It is critical to assess the impact this watershed year will have on global health investments and policies, and understand how progress can continue to be made, despite these challenges. The purpose of this year’s GHLS is to explore both virtually and in-person what the changes in governance in the United States and in countries worldwide means for global health. Read more and access early-bird tickets here! |
Have an event or announcement that you want included in our next newsletter? Send it to members@ncglobalhealth.org! |
Global Health Career Opportunities
Follow us on LinkedIn where we frequently re-share fantastic job opportunities!
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Director Faculty
Duke University School of Nursing
Program Field Officer - MENA
MiracleFeet
Program Grants Officer
MiracleFeet
Operations Manager
MiracleFeet
2025 Peacock Fellowship (Open to UNC Students, Due 11/22)
CFK Africa
Assistant Director, Research & Programs
Duke Global Health Innovation Center & Innovations in Healthcare
Public Health Careers in NC
NC Alliance of Public Health Agencies
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