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Group photo of high-level officials and participants of the Regional GOARN Tier 1.5 Orientation to National and International Outbreak Response Workshop held from August 18-20, 2025. Photo: CARPHA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), in partnership with the UK Public Health Rapid Support Team (UK-PHRST) and the World Health Organization\u2019s (WHO) Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN), has successfully wrapped up the Regional GOARN Tier 1.5 Orientation to National and International Outbreak Response Workshop. This was followed by an Evaluation Workshop focused on CARPHA\u2019s response strategies and frameworks, representing a critical advancement in enhancing the region\u2019s readiness to swiftly and effectively address public health crises, according to a CARPHA press release.<\/p>\n

This pioneering three-day event in the Caribbean, held from August 18 to 20 and comprised of two consecutive outbreak response workshops, was funded by The Pandemic Fund Grant. CARPHA acted as the primary executing agency, with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) serving as the implementing body. The press release reported that the gathering brought together 34 participants, including representatives from ten CARPHA member states and CARPHA staff based in Trinidad and Tobago. The attendees included emergency response coordinators from health ministries, public health surveillance officers, laboratory specialists, and experts in risk communication and One Health\u2014a holistic approach recognizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in disease prevention and control.<\/p>\n

The workshops aimed to address gaps in the region\u2019s emergency response infrastructure, specifically focusing on the deployable response workforce, internal operational procedures, and multisectoral coordination systems. Strengthening these components is vital for improving both the speed and effectiveness of regional responses to rapidly emerging health threats such as pandemics, vector-borne illnesses, and other urgent public health issues.<\/p>\n

Participants engaged in a blend of classroom instruction, practical simulation exercises, and guided discussions. The GOARN component provided hands-on training in skills transferable to international deployment, along with insights into deployment mechanisms and operational procedures. The subsequent review of CARPHA\u2019s response plans utilized scenario-based assessments to evaluate current capabilities, clarify roles and decision-making processes, and identify opportunities for enhancing multisectoral coordination.<\/p>\n

This pragmatic approach reportedly ensured that attendees departed with improved technical expertise and the confidence to operate effectively under pressure.<\/p>\n

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(From left to right) Mr. Mohamed Elsherbiny, Senior Technical Advisor, CARPHA; Dr. Ed Newman, Director of the UK-PHRST and Co-Deputy Chair of the GOARN Steering Committee and Dr. Lisa Indar, Executive Director, CARPHA. Photo: CARPHA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dr. Lisa Indar, CARPHA\u2019s Executive Director, commended the collaborative nature of the initiative, emphasizing its significance:<\/p>\n

\u201cThese workshops strengthen our collective readiness to face the next public health emergency. By enhancing the skills of our regional deployers and testing our coordination protocols under realistic conditions, we are ensuring that CARPHA and its Member States can respond quickly and decisively when outbreaks occur. Our continued priority is the safeguarding of lives and protection of our livelihoods.\u201d<\/div>\n

Dr. Ed Newman, Director of UK-PHRST and Co-Deputy Chair of the GOARN Steering Committee, highlighted the enduring benefits of the programme, saying, \u201c We\u2019re delighted to partner with CARPHA on this initiative in support of their vision to expand regional Public Health Emergency Response capacity and capability. Working alongside GOARN, we\u2019re proud that UK-PHRST has the expertise to deliver these workshops, sharing our learning and experience and that of our partners – helping ensure CARPHA and its Member States are better equipped to respond to future public health emergencies. This partnership demonstrates the power of international collaboration in building resilient public health response systems and reflects our shared commitment to strengthening global health security.\u201d<\/p>\n

British High Commissioner to Trinidad and Tobago, H.E. Jon Dean, expressed pride in the UK\u2019s role, stating that the UK is proud to support the initiative through the UK Public Health Rapid Support Team, in partnership with CARPHA and WHO GOARN.<\/p>\n

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(From left to right) Mr. Ian Ho-A-Shu, Senior Health Specialist, IDB; Mr Julian Belgrave, IDB Country Representative for Trinidad & Tobago; Dr. Lisa Indar, Executive Director, CARPHA and Dr. the Honourable Lackram Bodoe, Minister of Health of Trinidad and Tobago. Photo: CARPHA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

He added that the training marks an important step toward enhancing the speed and efficiency of public health emergency responses across Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean. Dean stated that the collaboration underscores the UK\u2019s ongoing dedication to regional resilience, cooperation, and shared learning.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis event is much more than a training session. It demonstrates a firm commitment to strengthening our collective defenses against the continually evolving threats posed by infectious diseases and health emergencies. It also affirms that, although small in size, the Caribbean stands united in purpose and readiness for action,\u201d said Trinidad and Tobago\u2019s Minister of Health, Dr. the Honourable Lackram Bodoe, underscoring the strategic significance of the collaborative effort.<\/p>\n

By the conclusion of the workshops, CARPHA reports that participants had tested and optimized its regional outbreak response coordination systems, pinpointed strengths and areas needing improvement, and enhanced their capacity for cross-border and multisectoral collaboration. The skills and insights gained will be incorporated into national health systems, broadening the cadre of trained professionals prepared for rapid deployment.<\/p>\n

This initiative, through the development of a skilled emergency response workforce and the rigorous testing of coordination protocols in realistic scenarios, underpins the long-term sustainability of the region\u2019s emergency preparedness efforts, stated the press release. It directly contributes to reducing the health impacts of future pandemics and other urgent threats. 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