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Health intersectoralism in the Sustainable Development Goal era: from theory to practice
Sameera Hussain1,2, Dena Javadi3, Jean Andrey4
1Canadian Society for International Health, 1 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 7B7, Canada. shussain@csih.org.
Globalization and Health
|February 22, 2020
Summary
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) require multisectoral collaboration for implementation. Achieving SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) necessitates intersectoral action addressing social, economic, and environmental health determinants.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Global Health Policy
- Systems Science
Background:
- The 2015 United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a framework for global peace and prosperity.
- Achieving SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) is intrinsically linked to nearly all other SDGs.
- Current global challenges include social and health inequities alongside environmental degradation, necessitating integrated approaches.
Discussion:
- This collection highlights multisectoral strategies essential for SDG implementation.
- Focus is placed on processes, policies, and programs outside the traditional health sector that impact health outcomes.
- Systems thinking and intersectoral action are crucial for addressing complex health challenges.
Key Insights:
- Engaging diverse sectors beyond healthcare is vital for enhancing health outputs.
- Identifying co-benefits and 'win-win' scenarios across sectors can accelerate progress towards health goals.
- Case studies provide practical lessons for effective cross-sectoral collaboration.
Outlook:
- The SDGs serve as a catalyst for renewed multisectoral engagement.
- Continued intersectoral action is imperative for sustainable health and well-being.
- Future efforts should prioritize policy and program integration to maximize health co-benefits.
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