Aspen Global Innovators Group & Partners At UNGA
Community-Driven Health Equity: Harnessing Local Leadership and Innovation
Date: Sunday, September 22
Time: 11:00 am – 12:45 pm ET
Session Description:In the pursuit of health equity, local leadership and innovation play pivotal roles in shaping impactful strategies and solutions. This session will delve into how local leaders can drive effective health interventions tailored to local contexts, fostering inclusivity and equity. Participants will explore insights from leaders at the forefront of health innovation, highlighting successful approaches to addressing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.
Private Roundtable: Aspen Black Maternal Survival Initiative
Date: Tuesday, September 24
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:45 pm ET
Session Description: Black maternal mortality rates persist as a critical issue globally and domestically, highlighting systemic disparities that demand urgent attention and innovative solutions. This session will bring together leaders and experts from diverse backgrounds to explore the multifaceted challenges and promising strategies aimed at improving Black maternal health outcomes.
Participants will engage in insightful discussions on the global landscape of Black maternal health, examining disparities in access to quality care, systemic biases, and the impact of social determinants of health. Domestic perspectives will spotlight initiatives and policies that have shown promise in reducing maternal mortality rates among Black communities in various regions.
Advancing Climate Health Globally: Solutions for Policy Makers and Funders
Date: Wednesday, September 25
Time: 9:30 am – 11:00 am ET
Session Description:This panel will convene policymakers, funders, and health and climate practitioners to explore the critical intersections between climate change and health. Through informed discussions and collaborative dialogue, participants will delve into the multifaceted impacts of climate change on health systems, communities, and vulnerable populations across the world. The session aims to generate actionable solutions that integrate climate resilience into healthcare policies and funding strategies, ultimately fostering climate-smart healthcare solutions that enhance the well-being and resilience of global communities.
AGI and Partner Hosted Events:
Driving an Inclusive Green Transition: Closing the Climate Girls’ Gap
Co-host/ AGI Partner: UNICEF USA
Date: Tuesday, September 24
Time: 11:00 am -12:00 pm ET
Session Description: Climate change exacerbates many of the challenges facing girls and women around the world, including barriers to education and economic opportunities. This session emphasizes the urgent need for innovative partnerships, investments, and initiatives that help girls and women become confident climate leaders and active contributors to the green economy, which is expected to add tens of millions of jobs over the next several decades. By investing in girls’ education and imparting digital, leadership and green skills, we can harness the potential of girls and women as leaders in climate action. Join us to learn how empowering girls is not just a matter of equity, but a strategic imperative for a resilient and inclusive green transition.
Next Generation Leadership: Supporting Social Sector Leaders and Strengthening Civic Society with Data and Evidence
Partner/Co-host: Project Evident
Date: Wednesday, September 25
Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm ET
Location: The Aspen Institute, 419 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10016
Session Description: A broad coalition of international governments, corporations, and social impact organizations is committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, yet the social sector faces a leadership crisis amid political polarization, complex global challenges, and an overextended workforce. To sustain a strong talent pipeline, next-generation leaders must be equipped with data and evidence to make informed decisions, enhance credibility, and drive equitable outcomes. This event, inspired by the new book Next Generation Evidence: Strategies for More Equitable Social Impact (Brookings Institution Press, 2024), will explore how empowering leaders with these tools can foster a more resilient, adaptive, and effective civic society for the future.
Featured speakers: Lola Adedokun, Executive Director, Aspen Global Innovators Group; Co-Chair, Aspen Forum on Women and Girls; Kelly Fitzsimmons, Founder and CEO, Project Evident; and Betina Jean-Louis, Principal Consultant, Arc of Evidence.