第179场兴泉全球健康讲座
No. 179 Aegon-Industrial Global Health Seminar Series

Abstract:

Established in 1946, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to advocate for the protection of children’s rights. UNICEF is present in more than 190 countries and territories – including in places affected by conflicts and disasters – to ensure children and adolescents survive, thrive and reach their full potential. In this seminar, you will learn about how UNICEF work with our partners to address pressing health and nutrition issues for children. You will also get to know principles, procedures, and examples of how UNICEF provides children with lifesaving services and supplies in emergencies.

Speaker Bio: 

Mr. Junxiao Liang is currently Programme Officer at the Child Health and Development Section of the UNICEF Office for China. He spearheads cross-cutting activities on knowledge management, programme monitoring, content development, and social and behavioral change. As the section’s focal point on emergency management, he plays a pivotal role in emergency response and capacity building. Before joining UNICEF, Junxiao worked with the World Bank Group in Washington DC and Bank of Jiangsu in Nanjing. With extensive experience in programme management and knowledge exchange, Junxiao is adept at navigating both Chinese and global contexts. Junxiao has a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from Georgetown University.