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Jaume Vidal

Jaume Vidal

 Senior Policy Advisor for European Projects at Health Action International (HAI).

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Civil society and Global Health after the storm

Since Health Action International (HAI) was founded over 40 years ago,  the role of civil society in Global Health has dramatically evolved. From ad-hoc interventions mostly linked to charity and goodwill, non-governmental organisations have become singular actors with specific goals  and  the ability to mobilise resources, and exert influence to bring about change. 

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Reflections and proposals for a respectful approach to the natural environment.

For many older people, digitalization does not simplify daily procedures, but rather adds new obstacles, generating anxiety and worry.

The article highlights volunteering as a driver of active citizenship, democracy, and human rights in Europe. It calls for harmonizing national regulations to advance a common European volunteering policy.