WHO - World Health Organization

Purpose

This project aims to contribute to the World Health Organization (WHO)’s global mpox response to stop and contain the current oubreak of mpox as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), through coordinated global, regional and national efforts. With a targeted focus on priority groups and populations in situations of vulnerability, the project seeks to rapidly detect and control outbreaks, advance research and ensure equitable access to medical countermeasures, as well as minimize zoonotic transmission. Project activities include: (1) strengthening surveillance and detection through enhanced capacity reinforcement; (2) enhancing community protection, with a focus on addressing stigma and discrimination associated with mpox, particularly related to sexual orientation, gender identity and HIV status; and (3) providing safe and scalable care, including the protection of healthcare workers and patients.