An extensive workshop has been held to further the vision of creating a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Health. Karolinska Institutet is driving the development together with Makerere University in Uganda, with focus on non-communicable diseases and other high burden diseases.

Five years ago, the 17 goals of Agenda 2030 were adopted with a focus on making change towards a sustainable society. One of the goals is good health and well-being where educational institutions play an important role, as education, research, innovation and leadership will be crucial for sustainable development in society.

The idea of a virtual centre for sustainable health gradually emerged from the many discussions that have taken place between Karolinska Institutet and Makerere University. The visions of the universities, both which are in line with Agenda 2030, form the basis of the project.

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