Stakeholders in One Health.

Area of Science:

• One Health
• Global Health Security
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Background:

• Complex health problems transcend societal sectors, necessitating broad stakeholder engagement.
• Evolving health concepts require integrating traditionally non-health-related ministries and disciplines.
• Multilateral organizations recognize cross-sectoral collaboration as key to health security and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and categorize stakeholders essential for One Health activities.
• To highlight the importance of diverse disciplinary and jurisdictional collaboration.
• To emphasize the role of various organizations and communities in One Health.

Main Methods:

• Analysis of stakeholder roles in One Health initiatives.
• Identification of key ministries (health, agriculture, environment) and organizations (universities, NGOs).
• Recognition of community involvement, especially those near natural areas.

Main Results:

• Stakeholders include beneficiaries (animals, people, environment) and supporting organizations (research, government, international bodies, professional groups).
• Networks (regional and ad hoc) facilitate disease surveillance and cross-border interventions.
• Ministries, universities, NGOs, and communities are vital contributors at all stages.

Conclusions:

• Effective One Health strategies require the inclusion of a wide array of stakeholders, from governmental bodies to local communities.
• Cross-sectoral and cross-jurisdictional collaboration, supported by networks and investment, is fundamental for One Health success.
• Engaging all relevant parties, including those traditionally outside the health sector, is imperative for protecting health security and promoting global well-being.