Synergy Online – September  2006
  Also available on the web: >>http://www.csih.org/synergy/synergy.html
  In this issue:
  * Canadian Conference on International Health
* CME and CIDA Recognize Canadian Excellence in Developing Countries at the 14th Annual Canadian Awards for International Cooperation 
* Women’s Health Institute (WHI) Collaboration Workshop
* Pathfinder International Releases publication on Improving 
Reproductive Health
* OHAfrica Seeks Project Leader for Lesotho
* OHAfrica Seeks Physicians and Nurse Practitioners for Lesotho 
   
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  Canadian Conference on International Health: 
Yet again, the 13th Canadian Conference on International Health was a great success. Thank you to all the participants and speakers who made it so. The partnership between The Canadian Society for International Health and the Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research made the links between research and development prominent in the ongoing debate of Human Resources for Health.  If you wish to request the participant list or a specific contact or presentation, please email us at [log in to unmask]
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  CME and CIDA Recognize Canadian Excellence in Developing Countries at the 14th Annual Canadian Awards for International Cooperation:
The 14h Annual Canadian Awards for International Cooperation, recognizing the excellent work of Canadian businesses and organizations in developing countries and countries in transition, were presented by Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters today at a special ceremony held as part of CIDA’s International Cooperation Days Conference.  Since the inception of the awards in 1992, over 100 firms or organizations, from over 800 applicants, have been recognized for their outstanding work in international cooperation. The Awards are co-funded by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME).  CME and CIDA have partnered for 14 years to recognize the outstanding contributions of Canadian business and other organizations in international cooperation.  The Canadian Awards for International Cooperation honour the achievements of Canadian businesses and organizations supporting sustainable economic growth, stability and social programs
 to reduce poverty in the developing countries of Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean as well as countries in transition in Central and Eastern Europe.  Backgrounder with specific details about each project and award recipient is available at www.cme-mec.ca.  For more information, contact:  Treena Adhikari, CME  905-330-3125.
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  Women’s Health Institute (WHI) Collaboration Workshop:
On June 20, 2006 the Women’s Health Institute (WHI) Project held a one day stakeholder Collaboration Workshop as part of the process to develop a strategic framework for this new organization. There were over 60 participants, reflecting key stakeholders from throughout Ontario with diverse perspectives and experiences, representing community and women’s groups, academic settings, service providers and policy makers. Discussions and suggestions from this Workshop will contribute to the development of recommendations which Professor Diana Majury, Vision Lead for the WHI Project, will be making to the Minister of Health and Long Term Care. At the Collaboration Workshop participants discussed and provided feedback about the proposed Mission, Goals, Roles, Operating Principles and Priorities for the first three years of the WHI. The proposals presented at the workshop were developed by the WHI Project based on the consultation process which had taken place over the preceding ten
 months. Below are highlights of the discussions at the June 20 Collaboration workshop.  For access to the report and / or more information about the WHI consultation please see Bulletin 3 or the full Report at www.womenshealthcouncil.on.ca.  For further information on the WHI Project please contact Barbara Wiktorowicz, Senior Policy Consultant at [log in to unmask] 
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  Pathfinder International Releases publication on Improving Reproductive Health:
Pathfinder International is pleased to announce the publication of Improving Reproductive Health through Community-Based Services: 25 Years of Pathfinder International Experience. This report describes Pathfinder's efforts at the grassroots level to expand access and knowledge, stimulate acceptance, and create awareness and ownership of reproductive health and family planning programs. With over 25 years of experience, Pathfinder is a leader in providing community-based services.  Copies of this report are available by contacting [log in to unmask]
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  OHAfrica seeks Project Leader for Lesotho:
OHAfrica is looking for a Project Leader in Lesotho.  The Project Leader will be responsible for providing overall leadership and project administration to the OHAfrica HIV/AIDS project operations in Lesotho.  OHAfrica is a collaborative project of The Change Foundation (TCF) and the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA), in partnership with the Lesotho Ministry of Health & Social Welfare, with the objective of supporting treatment and care initiatives for people living with HIV/AIDS in the southern African country of Lesotho. Reporting to the OHAfrica Project Manager at the TCF office in Toronto, the Project Leader will be an integral member of the project team, responsible for providing leadership and direction within Lesotho to the project and to members of the OHAfrica team. The Lesotho Project Leader also manages relationships and linkages with government, NGOs and UN agencies, local healthcare counterparts, and other partners in Lesotho. 
The ideal candidate will possess: 
 • Substantial knowledge and experience in strategic planning and project management within the healthcare and/or international development sectors 
 • Well-developed leadership, analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills 
 • Strong record of experience in a leadership role, with full operational and financial responsibility and accountability for a complex program 
The position starts in March 2007.  Applications must be in by November 24, 2006.  Fore more information, see [log in to unmask]
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  OHAfrica Seeks Physicians and Nurse Practitioners for Lesotho: 
In response to a global call for action against the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Sub-Saharan Africa, the Ontario Hospital Association and The Change Foundation have established a groundbreaking initiative to lend a hand in Lesotho in the fight against this pandemic. 
Established in 2004, OHAfrica places a small team of Canadian health care professionals at the Tšepong “Place of Hope” Clinic in Leribe, Lesotho to support the roll-out of national antiretroviral therapy in this small southern African nation where the infection rate has reached almost one-third of the entire population. OHAfrica is looking for HIV-experienced Canadian physicians, nurses or nurse practitioners, preferably with some experience working in developing countries, who are interested in working alongside Canadian and Basotho health care providers in a districtwide HIV/AIDS treatment program. OHAfrica currently supports a team of 5 Ontario health care professionals based at the Tšepong Clinic in the District of Leribe, and providing capacity building support to 18 primary health care centres throughout the region. OHAfrica welcomes interest from Canadian physicians, nurses, and nurse practitioners who could ideally commit for six month to 1 year terms at the clinic
 in Lesotho. From time to time the organization will also need locum physicians. The current team is in place until spring 2007. Positions are salaried, and include housing. Preference is given to Canadian applicants.  OHAfrica is currently looking for physicians and nurse practitioners for Lesotho.  Positions will start in May 2007 and March 2007 respectively.  If interested in theses positions, please forward a cover letter detailing your anticipated contribution and availability, and your CV to [log in to unmask] For more information, please visit www.ohafrica.ca. 
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