Engaging Intergovernmental Organizations for Food Safety, Animal Health and Public Health
Paris–Geneva–Rome
February 20-27, 2010
Learning Objectives
- Decipher international standards and the policy-making process related to food safety, trade, animal health and public health
- Comprehend the scope of policy making for international intergovernmental agencies, nongovernmental agencies, and professional and trade organizations
- Compare and contrast policy formulation processes for different issues
- Recognize the relationship between the public and private sectors that enhance the global food safety, animal health and public health systems
- Distinguish various strategies related to international standards, treaties, trade agreements, political priorities, dispute resolution, strategic planning an operational goal setting
- Appreciate alternative perspectives on policy-making in different disciplines, cultures and contexts
- Enhance leadership skills for professional working at the convergence of animal health, public health and the environment
- Broaden person networks with key international leaders in food safety, public health and agricultural health
Capstone Project
As part of the learning experience, participants will work on a capstone project in which they serve as panels of experts, incorporating their knowledge and experience into a recommendation on how countries can prioritize their animal health, zoonosis, and food safety issues. The recommendations are presented to FAO officials on the final day of the program.