PROPUL Evidence LLP organized a Stakeholder Consultation cum Dissemination Meeting for the WHO-TDR Project titled “Intersecting Vulnerabilities: Investigating Gender, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Climate Change Influences on Infectious Disease Dynamics among Marginalized Populations in LMICs.” The meeting was held at Greenpark Hotel, Vadapalani, Chennai, India, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders from across public health, research, and policy domains.

The event saw the active participation of public health experts, researchers, government representatives, academic faculty, NGO leaders, and members of the general public. Key attendees included scientists from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), gender studies experts, and representatives from healthcare and non-governmental organizations. Their insights and interactions enriched the deliberations and made the event highly engaging.

The consultation meeting aimed to disseminate the findings of the WHO-TDR project and foster discussions on how gender, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and climate change interact to influence infectious disease dynamics among marginalized communities. It also served as a platform to identify research gaps, set priorities, and propose a conceptual framework for intersectionality analysis in global health research.

Key Highlights:

• Welcome Address: Dr. Marie Gilbert Majella opened the session, outlining the meeting’s objectives and emphasizing the importance of cross-sector collaboration.
• Expert Talk: Dr. Priyadarshini Chidambaram delivered an insightful presentation on Gender and Intersectionality in Health and Disease, highlighting gender’s critical role in shaping health outcomes.
• Methodology and Results Presentation: Dr. Yuvaraj Krishnamoorthy presented the project’s methodology and findings, focusing on how AMR and climate change impact infectious diseases within marginalized populations in LMICs.
• Research Gaps and Priorities: Dr. Dhanajayan Govindan discussed key research gaps and priority areas, introducing a proposed framework for applying intersectionality analysis in health research.
• Interactive Q&A Session: Moderated by Dr. Marie Gilbert Majella, the session featured Dr. Priyadarshini Chidambaram, Dr. Yuvaraj Krishnamoorthy, and Dr. Dhanajayan Govindan as panellists, encouraging thought-provoking dialogue and stakeholder feedback.
• Vote of Thanks: Delivered by Dr. Marie Gilbert Majella, acknowledging the contributions of all participants, experts, and collaborators.

The meeting successfully disseminated project findings, facilitated cross-sector dialogue, and laid the groundwork for future initiatives exploring the intersection of gender, antimicrobial resistance, and climate change. The stakeholder inputs and perspectives will play a crucial role in guiding ongoing research and policy efforts addressing these complex global health challenges.