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Thats a wrap on the Second International Podo Conference in Kigali, Rwanda! The day was a highly successful and engaging day, with talks from policymakers, community members and researchers, all committed to raising awareness of podo and how support can be amplifed.
We are also happy to share this conference coverage in French from @LeCanape2
lecanape.rw/rwanda-sante-era…
Finally, you can watch some coverage with great thanks to @btntvrwanda (from 7-13 minutes).
youtube.com/watch?v=lMyhZrQM…
We are very grateful to be able to share the conference coverage also in Kinyarwanda with reports from @IGIHE
igihe.com/ubuzima/indwara/ar…
We are very grateful to all our speakers, chairs and organisers for being part of this memorable occasion.
#BeatNTDs #EndTheNeglect #Podo2025
Footwork - Podo.org retweeted
Speaking at the opening of the 2nd International Conference on Podoconiosis, Ladislas NSHIMIYIMANA, Director of Neglected Tropical Diseases and Other Parasitic Diseases Unit at Rwanda Biomedical Centre emphasized #Rwanda's commitment to tackling podoconiosis as a key component of a broader strategy to eliminate neglected tropical diseases (#NTDs) by 2030.
#EndTheNeglect #BeatNTDs #Podo2025
Footwork - Podo.org retweeted
U Rwanda rwakiriye inama mpuzamahanga ya 2 ku ndwara y’imidido.
Abahanga, abashakashatsi n’abayobozi mu nzego zitandukanye, barigira hamwe uko indwara y’imidido yava mu cyiciro cy’izititaweho uko bikwiye, ikajya mu zigomba kurandurwa burundu ku isi.
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Today, #Rwanda hosted the 2nd International Conference on Podoconiosis.
The conference brings together a diverse group of experts, practitioners, researchers, and decision-makers who share a common vision: a world free from the suffering caused by podoconiosis.
#EndTheNeglect #BeatNTDs #Podo2025
We are now in the second half of the day at the 2nd Intl Podo Conference, having heard presenters from Cameroon, Rwanda, Uganda and India. So far we have had wonderful networking and presentations, and discussions on how to move from neglect to elimination! #BeatNTDs
This conference has brought together practioners, policymakers, researchers, community members and advocators, all united in their goal of raising awareness and knowledge of podo! #Podo25
🌍 Today is the Day! 🌟
We're thrilled to mark the Second International Podoconiosis Conference, where experts, advocates, and change-makers from around the globe unite to tackle one of the world's most neglected diseases.
#EndTheNeglect #BeatNTDs #Podo2025
Less than one week to go! 🌍
The Second International Podoconiosis Conference is just 7 days away! This global event brings together experts, advocates, and changemakers to fight podoconiosis—a preventable disease that still impacts millions worldwide. 💙
Be part of the change - every donation counts. Follow this link to to contribute today and help us move closer to a world free from podoconiosis. 💪
Let’s turn awareness into action. Together, we can make a difference. hashtag#BeatNTDs
podo.org/support-us
1️⃣ "But what can I do?!"
Podoconiosis affects 4M people worldwide, trapping them in poverty. Political leadership is vital to break the cycle. Without it, millions remain at risk. #Podo2025 #EndTheNeglect
2️⃣ World leaders must prioritize NTDs in health agendas. Strong political will is the key to eliminating diseases like podoconiosis. Progress starts with action. #EndTheNeglect
3️⃣ Think your actions don’t matter? Think again. Contact your MP today and advocate for funding to eliminate NTDs. Together, we can shift focus from neglect to elimination: lnkd.in/ejUVTNmR #Podo2025