Digital Transformations for Health Lab

📢 Important update: deadline change Due to overwhelming interest in our Fellowship programme, the application deadline has been brought forward to 23rd March 2025. Calling all young researchers! We’re inviting students and early career professionals from low- and middle-income countries to join the second cohort of DTH-Lab Research Fellows. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in digital health and youth well-being. Apply by 23:59 CET on Sunday, 23 March to work with us on: 🔹 Advancing solidarity-based data governance in the health sector 🔹 AI governance for youth health and well-being 🔹 Digital citizenship education for health 🔹 Designing digital health solutions with and for young people 🔹 Digital determinants of young people’s health and well-being 🔹 Measuring meaningful youth engagement and impact 🔗 Read the terms of references and apply here: https://loom.ly/YCHg-_w 📢 Don't miss this chance to drive change in digital health! #MyHealthFutures

🔎 How do digital factors shape adolescent health? At the Planet Youth Conference 2025, our Director, Ilona Kickbusch will explore the digital determinants of adolescent health—unpacking how technology, data and digital access influence young people’s well-being. 📅 17 March 2025 📍 Hilton Reykjavik Nordica, Iceland 🔗 Learn more: https://loom.ly/aRHhKPc #PlanetYouth2025 #DigitalDeterminantsOfHealth

Earlier today, our Executive Director, Aferdita Bytyqi attended the 21st European Trend Day at the GDI Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute, where global experts explored the future of work in an AI-driven world. Among the thought-provoking discussions, Douglas Rushkoff, Professor of Media Theory and Digital Economics at City University of New York, emphasized the enduring creativity and social cohesion in an AI-driven world, urging the use of AI as a tool—rather than letting it define human potential. Also in attendance, Daniel Susskind, Professor in Economics at King’s College, London, explored a future where human labor is no longer the foundation of economic distribution, challenging traditional notions of equity in an era of automation. As AI continues to transform digital governance and health, these conversations are crucial in shaping inclusive and sustainable digital futures. 💡 What are your thoughts on AI’s role in the future of work? Join the conversation in the comments!

We are really pleased to be working with WHO Regional Office for Europe on this crucial initiative, highlighting the digital determinants of young people's mental health. It's encouraging to see a strong commitment to addressing both the opportunities and challenges of digital and social media for youth well-being. #DigitalDeterminantsOfHealth

📢 #ICYMI, last week, we held the second session of the DTH-Lab Research Fellows Dissemination Series. Helen Adesoba, Rupal Jain, Racheal Ogundipe, and Anyesha Mitra from our first cohort of Research Fellows shared insights on national approaches to digital health transformations and key considerations for building trust and empowering digital citizens. Their presentations explored critical issues, including: 🔹 Strategies for creating digital-first health systems in Nigeria and India—and how to make them more youth-friendly. 🔹 Tools to support young people in becoming digital citizens for health, along with recommendations for a more comprehensive platform. 🔹 The complexities of building trustworthy digital health systems to ensure young people benefit from digital health services. 💡 Inspired by these discussions? We are now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort of DTH-Lab Research Fellows! Learn more about how to apply: https://loom.ly/YCHg-_w

🌍It's International Women's Day! This #IWD2025 calls for action "For ALL women and girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment". At DTH-Lab we see the huge impact of the gender gap in digital access. Millions of young women worldwide remain excluded from the digital revolution—a divide that limits their ability to seek health information, access telemedicine and advocate for their well-being. 📊In a new report Building a Healthier Future through Digital Inclusion for India’s Youth, our Research Fellow, Jyoti Chaudhary, reveals how gendered digital exclusion creates deep disparities in health access. From rural communities to urban centres, the challenge is universal: Women are less likely to own mobile phones, have stable internet access or develop digital literacy—barriers that directly impact their health and future. Let’s close the gap, because when women are connected, they don’t just access healthcare; they lead, innovate and drive change for their communities. 🔗 Read the report here:https://loom.ly/BymKla4

🔹 Young people must be at the forefront of #SRHR advocacy—not just as beneficiaries, but as decision-makers. Our Youth Officer, Enow A. G Stevens, joined the Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) youth summit to spotlight the need for co-designed solutions that actively involve youth in shaping sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) policies and services. From breaking stigma to strengthening youth participation, his insights highlight the role of digital innovation in expanding access to SRHR. Read his reflections and key takeaways here👇

✨ We’re proud to be part of Fondation Botnar’s #OurYear2024, showcasing a year of progress, partnership, and learning with and for young people. This year, DTH-Lab contributed to shaping the WHO Youth Declaration on Creating Healthy Societies, launched at the World Health Summit in Berlin. As a WHO Youth Council member, we led its development alongside young leaders, emphasizing health education, accessible healthcare, and youth leadership. Now, Fondation Botnar is helping drive its implementation, strengthening youth leadership and fostering supportive environments. 🔍 Explore the report to see how collaboration is driving meaningful change. Read the full report here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ems7dHTG #YouthWellbeing #FutureForward

📢 If you missed last week's webinar, don’t miss this one—happening today! Join us for Session 2 of the DTH-Lab Research Fellows Dissemination Series, where our first cohort of Research Fellows will share key insights on #DigitalDeterminantsOfHealth. 🔹 Event Details: 📌 Theme: Exploring the digital transformations for health – research findings from DTH-Lab Fellows 📆 Date: 5 March 2025 ⏰ Time: 12:00 - 13:00 CET 🌐 Where: Zoom | https://loom.ly/XBVTnzA 🔷 Presenting Fellows: ✅ Helen Adesoba ✅ Rupal Jain ✅ Racheal Ogundipe ✅ Anyesha Mitra Don't miss this chance to engage with emerging digital health leaders and explore insights shaping health policy and governance. 📱 Join the discussion live!

EDIT: Please note that due to overwhelming interest in our Fellowship programme, the deadline has been brought forward to 23rd March 2025 🔈 Calling all young researchers! We want you to join our second cohort of DTH-Lab Research Fellows. We are offering students and early career professionals from low & middle-income countries opportunities to support a specific area of our research or analysis. Apply by 23:59 CET Sunday 30 March to work with us on the following topics: ➡️ Advancing solidarity-based data governance in the health sector ➡️ AI governance for youth health and well-being ➡️ Digital citizenship education for health ➡️ Designing digital health solutions with and for young people ➡️ Digital determinants of young people’s health and well-being ➡️ Measuring meaningful youth engagement and impact Read the terms of references on our website: https://loom.ly/YCHg-_w #MyHealthFutures