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Better Data for Better Health Conference Summary

Event Overview

The conference, titled "Better Data for Better Health: Investing in Country Health Information Systems to Accelerate Progress Towards Health-related SDGs," is planned for 18 and 19 May 2023 in Geneva, Switzerland. It is a hybrid event with both in-person and virtual participation.

Background and Context

The global community is not on track to achieve the 2030 health-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) due to significant data gaps and limited capacities for tracking progress. Health Data Collaborative (HDC) partners organized this event to promote health data as a global public good, building on events like the 2021 Health Data Governance Summit.

Key Objectives

• To review and assess data governance principles, policies, and good practices from countries and partner organizations.
• To discuss and develop an investment strategy for strengthening national Health Information Systems (HIS).

Expected Outcomes

• Documentation of current data governance practices and identification of gaps in health data.
• Proposals for a strategic investment case to improve HIS, leading to better data for informed decision-making and monitoring of health SDGs.
• Enhanced alignment among partners to support data-driven health outcomes.

Event Agenda Highlights

Monday, Day 1 features sessions on country experiences, community engagement, data governance principles, and investments in HIS. Tuesday, Day 2 includes discussions on strategies to strengthen HIS, advocacy for increased investment, and a partner roundtable.

Participants and Stakeholders

Over 40 in-person delegates from various sources, including:

• Countries (e.g., Botswana, Ethiopia, South Sudan).
• Multilateral organizations (UNICEF, WHO, World Bank).
• Bilateral donors (USAID, GIZ).
• Civil society group Transform Health.
• Private sector entities like The Palladium Group and Bloomberg Philanthropies.
• Academia, research networks, and technical institutions.

Focus Areas and Strategies

• Investment in HIS guided by the SCORE framework.
• Data governance as a global public good, emphasizing efficient resource allocation and digital transformation.
• Prioritizing investments in Least Developed Countries by 2024 to accelerate progress.

Timeline and Next Steps

Initiatives from 2023-2024 aim to implement discussions into actionable plans under the Health Data Collaborative, incorporating stakeholder feedback and case studies.