Agenda

Registration

Opening ceremony [KEYNOTE SPEECHS]

Strengthening the Health system through primary healthcare policy and service development (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will examine strategies for enhancing Kurdistan’s health system by developing effective primary healthcare policies and services. Discussions will highlight innovative approaches to improving access, quality, and equity in primary care, emphasizing their role in building a more resilient and sustainable healthcare system.

Coffee break + Exhibition

Components of Primary Healthcare: Comparisons of the current state of primary healthcare globally and in the KRI (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will explore the key components of primary healthcare, comparing global best practices with the unique context of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Experts will examine strengths, challenges, and lessons from diverse healthcare models, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement in the KRI.

Family Medicine Challenges in KRI (Gara Hall)

• This closed-session focus group convenes experts to address the critical challenges facing Family Medicine in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Through in-depth discussions, participants will identify key barriers, propose strategic solutions, and develop a roadmap to strengthen Family Medicine services, ultimately improving primary healthcare delivery in the KRI.

Exploring sustainable Health Financing Models to increase health access in KRI (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will explore innovative and sustainable health financing models to enhance healthcare access in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Discussions will focus on strategies to reduce financial barriers, improve affordability, and assess alternative funding mechanisms, including public-private partnerships, health insurance, and community-based financing initiatives.

Challenges and strategic development of primary healthcare in KRI (Gara Hall)

• This expert-driven session will explore the complexities of primary healthcare in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), identifying key challenges and generating innovative solutions. Participants will collaborate to develop strategic recommendations, prioritize initiatives to improve accessibility, quality, and equity, and outline a roadmap for sustainable healthcare development and improvement.

Coffee break + Exhibition

Family medicine: the missing foundations of prevention and promotion in KRI (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will emphasize the vital role of family medicine in prevention and health promotion in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Experts will examine existing gaps and challenges in family medicine practice and explore strategies to enhance primary care services, improve health outcomes, and foster a culture of prevention and wellness in the KRI.

Challenges and Strategies for the development and reform of health financing in KRI (Gara Hall)

• This closed-session focus group brings together experts to explore the challenges and opportunities in health financing reform in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Through collaborative discussions, participants will assess the current health financing system, identify key areas for improvement, and develop strategic recommendations to establish a more equitable, efficient, and sustainable model for the KRI.

Lunch Break

From rivals to partners, Private sector contributions to health system challenges (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will examine the growing role of the private sector in tackling health system challenges in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Discussions will focus on opportunities for public-private partnerships, innovative business models, and collaborative solutions to enhance healthcare access, quality, and affordability, ultimately strengthening the KRI’s health system.

Coffee break + Exhibition

Lack of confidence in our health systems- Collectively rebuilding public Trust (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will address the critical issue of declining public trust in the health system of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Experts will examine the underlying causes of this erosion of confidence and explore collaborative strategies to restore trust through transparency, accountability, community engagement, and quality improvement initiatives, ultimately strengthening public confidence in the healthcare system.

Challenges and strategic development of PPP (Gara Hall)

• This expert-driven session will examine the challenges and opportunities of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in the healthcare sector of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Participants will analyze existing PPP models, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategic recommendations to foster effective collaborations, ultimately enhancing healthcare service delivery, improving quality, and expanding access across the KRI.

Gala Dinner

Navigating the impact of Air pollution on Health (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will examine the urgent issue of air pollution and its profound impact on public health in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Experts will discuss the latest research, policy initiatives, and community-driven solutions to mitigate air pollution, enhance air quality, and safeguard the health and well-being of the population.

Strengthening Healthcare: The Syndicate’s Role and vision in System Development (Gara Hall)

• This closed-session focus group convenes experts to examine the vital role of the healthcare syndicate in strengthening the healthcare system in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Participants will discuss the syndicate’s vision, explore opportunities for collaboration, and develop strategies to enhance its influence on healthcare system development, policy-making, and professional regulation, ultimately improving healthcare quality and outcomes in the KRI.

Coffee break

Discussing the intersection between climate and health (Building Climate resilience into Iraq and Kurdistan Health Systems) (Dasnya Hall)

• This panel will examine the complex interplay between climate change and public health, with a focus on integrating climate resilience into Iraq and Kurdistan’s health systems. Discussions will explore climate-related health risks, strategies for climate-informed healthcare policies, and innovative solutions to enhance the health system’s ability to adapt and respond to climate challenges.

Lunch Break

Closing ceremony / Proposed solutions for the health challenges in Kurdistan Region of Iraq

Closing ceremony

• Closing ceremony / Proposed solutions for the health challenges in Kurdistan Region of Iraq