The Link

Formerly called the ‘ANU COVID-19 Peer Support Program’, this program was established in April 2021 during the surge of COVID-19 pandemic in India and has provided significant support for clinicians and health workers – not only in India but across Asia and Asia Pacific. The program attracted and pooled substantial networks of international health professionals from 36+ countries. As we transition into a post-pandemic phase, there is an opportunity to adapt this program to address health inequities highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Link” will leverage existing networks for strategic partnership, mentoring and capacity development to promote value-based healthcare, equity-oriented health systems, and leadership in the health sector. The 4 limbs planned for the program are: 1. Link and Share: global peer support program for medical students 2. Link and grow: global peer support program for women health professionals with focus on diversity 3. Link and Learn: education series focussing on healthcare in resource poor settings 4. Link and Innovate: program to encourage frugal innovation in healthcare to address health inequity. This initiative is led by A/Prof. Dipti Talaulikar and supported by a team of advisors and volunteers from across Australia and beyond. https://twitter.com/anu_link?s=11&t=CNNNNmkwPJT0RJeJIPlsiA https://instagram.com/the.link.program?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=