Emergency Medical Teams (EMT) Global Meeting
Since the inception of the WHO Emergency Medical Teams (EMT) Initiative, five Global Meetings have been held to gather the global community of national and international EMT organizations, Member States and partners to advance the Initiative, and to foster mutual collaboration and support. The first four global meetings in Geneva, Panama City, Hong Kong, and Bangkok were mainly aimed at creating the momentum for the development of a global network. Subsequently, with an established and growing global network, and increasing reach and impact in its work, the last EMT Global Meeting in Yerevan, Armenia in 2022 saw the launch of the landmark EMT 2030 Strategy.
Welcome Message
Dear Colleagues,
It is with great pleasure that we announce that the 6th Emergency Medical Teams Global Meeting by the World Health Organization will be hosted in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from 4-7 November 2024 at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers in partnership with the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi.
The four-day global network gathering will include workshops and lectures on EMT operations, standard setting, and research from across the globe. Events will include high-level roundtable discussions to strengthen national EMT capabilities as part of the global health emergency preparedness, response, and resilience (HEPR) architecture.
Department of Health Abu Dhabi remains dedicated to advancing emergency medicine and response capabilities in the region and beyond through collaborative projects and the implementation of evidence-based practices to enhance patient care and outcomes. In recent years, United Arab Emirates has made remarkable strides in its capabilities to respond swiftly and effectively to various health crises, ranging from infectious disease outbreaks to natural disasters. This progress is a testament to the visionary leadership, robust infrastructure, and unwavering commitment to public health exhibited by the authorities and stakeholders in the region.
We look forward to welcoming you to Abu Dhabi, capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and enjoy the UAE experience for its unparalleled blend of sophistication, hospitality, and cultural diversity.
H.E. Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi
Undersecretary of Department of Health – Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Registration – Phase 1 (Expression of Interest)
We welcome you to register and express your interest in attending the EMT Global Meeting 2024, and join this opportunity for the EMT Network and partners to take stock of accomplishments, exchange knowledge and best practices, share their research and innovations, and advance collective actions towards achieving the goal and objectives of the EMT 2030 Strategy.
Register NowCall for Abstracts
Call for Abstracts is now open for the 6th WHO Emergency Medical Teams (EMT) Global Meeting in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on 5-7 November, 2024.
Don’t miss this global meeting opportunity to share evidence-based best practices, exchange learnings and experiences, and showcase your research and innovations for improving surge systems and capacities to rapidly and effectively respond to health emergencies at local, regional and global levels. Read more
Key Event Highlights
VIP Strategy Meeting
EMT Global Meeting 2024 will include VIP Strategy Meeting for invited guests on 4th November 2024.
Gear up for the ultimate gathering of the EMT Network and partners from across all regions
Regional Group Meetings
Dive into dynamic discussions on priorities for your region and contribute to the Regional Action Plan for achieving EMT 2030. Connect and network with other teams and key stakeholders from your region.
Seize the opportunity to advance the EMT initiative in your region and strengthen local networks. n.
Embark on a transformative journey of knowledge exchange, best practices and action
Technical sessions
Explore exclusive tracks aligned with the four strategic objectives of the EMT 2030 Strategy: Governance, leadership, and partnerships; Emergency response capacities, capacity building, and coordination; Standard setting and quality assurance, featuring the Global Classification Program; and Research and innovation.
Engage in informative sessions and discussions with peers, operational and technical experts, researchers and other from across the EMT network and beyond.
Secure your spot now to be at the forefront of driving continual improvements for timely, effective, and high-quality care in health emergencies.
Unlock groundbreaking insights and leading-edge evidence
Abstract Presentations
Showcase your research abstracts for oral and poster presentations, managed in collaboration with the esteemed World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine (WADEM). Share your insights on a global platform and contribute to the evidence-based advancement of surge response and surge capacity strengthening for health emergencies.
Don't miss the chance to make a lasting impact – submit your abstract now at bit.ly/EMTabstract24.
Prepare to be awed
Exhibition Showcase
Explore our exhibition hall showcasing the latest research and innovations from EMTs and partners. Witness groundbreaking solutions from peers, innovators, researchers and other leaders in the field.
Don't miss out – reserve your spot to be part of the cutting-edge advancements and innovations shaping EMTs and health emergency response.
Step into the future
New! Global Innovation Champions
Present your innovative solutions for improving health emergency preparedness and response in the dedicated Research & Innovations track. Best innovations will be chosen to present at a finale plenary session and be recognized as EMT Global Innovation Champions. Find out more.
Don't miss out - showcase your innovation and potentially gain the opportunity to take it to a global scale.
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