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Newsletter 110 Editorial Board Editorial Team ㆍMs. Azreena Syafiqa binti Ikram Shah Editorial Committee Designing Team ㆍMr. Houssem-Eddine Kellou Visuals and Creativity Coordinator ㆍMs. Pardis Ahmadi Visuals and Creativity Committee, Designed Newsletter 110 ㆍMs. Judy Chan Visuals and Creativity Committee, Designed Newsletter 110 ㆍMs. Katarina Baćević IPSF Chairperson of EuRO, Illustrated the Cover Supervising Team ㆍMs. Petra Orlić IPSF President 2018-19 ㆍMs. Aya Jamal IPSF President-Elect 2018-19 ㆍMs. Tereza Červinková IPSF Secretary General 2018-2020 ㆍMr. Ramy Chaiblaine IPSF Chairperson of Media and Publications 2018-19
Table of Contents Introduction of Executive Committee 2018-19 6 List of IPSF Team 2018-19 12 External Portfolio
2018 in Highlights 14 Internal Portfolio
9 Reasons to Join IPSF 16
President Portfolio
Engaging with Intergovernmental Organisations (IGO) 18
Student Exchange Programme Portfolio
Frequently Asked Questions 20
SEP Testimonial 22
Media and Publications Portfolio
Pomodoro Technique 24
Pharmacy Education Portfolio
Young Researchers’ Forum 26
The Nanjing Statements 28
Public Health Portfolio
What is Universal Health Coverage (UHC) 30 Professional Development Portfolio
Soft Skills Icing on the Cake 34
Pharmacist’s Roles in Health Systems 32
IPSF World Congress
65th IPSF World Congress - Kigali, Rwanda 36 African Regional Office
8th IPSF African Pharmaceutical Symposium (AfPS) 38
Asia Pacific Regional Office
18th IPSF Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium (APPS) 40
Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office
WHO EMRO Session 42
European Regional Office
1st European Regional Symposium (EuRS) 44
Pan American Regional Office
An Overview of PARO Initiatives 46 FIP World Congress
Student Package 48
WHO AfRO Session 39
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Ms. Petra Orlić, IPSF President Dear friends, it is my honour to address you as the President of IPSF at the start of another year full of great plans and projects for the Federation. I am sure that through involvement in public health, professional development and pharmacy education initiatives, we will all learn new things, practice more, actively advocate for our profession and meet new friends from all around the world. As IPSF is celebrating its 70th Anniversary this year, I wish to meet many IPSF members and alumni this July at the 65th IPSF World Congress in Rwanda!
Ms. Aya Jamal, IPSF President-Elect They say, with great power comes great responsibilities. As part of the Executive Committee, I’m honoured and thrilled to take on this responsibility and provide the best opportunities for our members globally. It’s our dream to develop the Pharmacy profession and deliver the voice of youth to shape the global health agenda. And I say it’s time to take on the lead and save our seat on the table. IPSF is the gate for all students, pharmacists and recent graduates to make their voices heard and utilise the best opportunities to develop their own professions as pharmacists, health activists and policymakers of the future. Ms. Tereza Červinková, IPSF Secretary General
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Dear Pharmily, it has been several years since I first met our beloved Federation and from that point went on the amazing international journey IPSF brought with it. I have not regretted getting involved ever since I got the first taste and as a reward, IPSF has given me what, I dare say, no university in the world can give you - lifelong international friendships; personal and professional growth on so many different levels; challenges and joys accompanying cultural differences; better understanding of the global world of healthcare, global organisations, student initiatives and much more. Once you join IPSF, it will stay with you forever so enjoy the time you spend in the Federation and take the most of it - personally, professionally, spiritually. I hope to meet many of you at the 65th IPSF World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. To IPSF, to IPSF, Viva la Pharmacie!
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Mr. Roland Massaad, IPSF Treasurer Being part of the executive committee for the second year in a row is a great feeling and a joyful experience. I am excited to be working for the federation and serving you through another fruitful year. I am looking forward to the 2019 year and to achieve great things with my dear exco. Being the IPSF treasurer has served me well and I cherish all the moments I have spent working for IPSF, meeting people and reconnecting with old friends. I believe that a good leader should possess many great qualities but most importantly, good communication with the team and great transparency. I wish all of you a successful year to come and I am excited to be working with everyone for the second year in a row. Ms. Karolina Miljak, IPSF Chairperson of External Relations To beloved comrades! Being part of the Federation has not only taught me a lot about opportunities that exist in the world of Pharmacy profession but it also made me aware of the progress IPSF has made in the past three years- most beautiful time of my own contribution to our Pharmily! Start of 2019 brought us so many irons in the fire, chances to present our engagement in fields of Public Health, Pharmacy skills development and education to main stakeholders of Healthcare, all of which position us as future Pharmacy leaders. I am looking forward to increased IPSF exposure throughout this mandate, leading to even more opportunities for our members and ideas that will inevitably enrich our profession. Mr. Chihab Eddine Zeggada, IPSF Chairperson of Internal Relations Salam and greetings from the beautiful mountains of Shelia where I am standing on right now, saluting the IPSF Pharmily. A wise person once said that we are living in the quantum physics era, which suggests that an individual’s function is to inform and be informed. You only really exist when you’re in a field of sharing and exchanging information. Words have power and it’s our mandate as pharmacists to speak up and shape an innovative future of our profession. This can never be achieved without communication. It is my honour to serve the Federation as the Chairperson of Internal Relations and be responsible for organising the communication process. My team and I will be always here for you and welcome anything from your part! Love, Viva La Pharmacie, Viva IPSF
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Mr. Ramy Chaiblaine, IPSF Chairperson of Media and Publications Hey everyone! I am Ramy Chaiblaine but you already know that since it's on this introduction. Okay, time to talk about the obligatory 70th anniversary and meeting in Rwanda right? Just kidding, I hope you will enjoy this newsletter, my team and I put our heart in this and stay tuned for our soon to be released awesome projects! Viva IPSF, Viva la pharmacie
Mr.
Daniel
Semmy,
IPSF Chairperson of Pharmacy Education
Hello there! It is an honour and a pleasure to be able to serve the Federation for this upcoming year. Education is the most powerful weapon one can use to change the world. As future pharmacists, we should educate ourselves to improve our care to patients in every stage, especially where medicines are involved. I would like to encourage all of you to take part in the field of pharmacy education, so take the opportunity to learn more and share your ideas in IPSF. The team and I will always be there to serve and support you. Therefore, please feel free to contact us, because you are a part of our Pharmily. Love from the Island of Java Ms.
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Barbosa, IPSF Chairperson of Professional Development
Hello everyone! It has been a pleasure serving this position so far. In Professional Development we are working hard to give you all the tools you need to be the best pharmacist in the future. With all the competitions we do along the year we want to develop your clinical, compounding and counselling skills and invest in your soft skills to help you become a more complete and better pharmacist. As future pharmacists, we are also advocating for our profession and raising awareness of what we do. Stay tuned to this portfolio as we will have a lot of online competitions happening in the next few months and live competitions during World Congress and Regional Symposia!
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Ms. See Jia Ong, IPSF Chairperson of Public Health It’s been a pleasure and a great learning experience being on this journey in IPSF with you all! Good health is a fundamental human right health and an asset to improve social and economic outcomes. As future pharmacists, there is a lot that we can do to contribute to improving global health. We hope to inspire you through exciting awareness campaigns and through promoting global health initiatives. Join us in our efforts to improve the future of healthcare and make the world a better place and help us by promoting public health awareness and emphasizing the role of pharmacists in caring for and educating patients. We will also be representing IPSF in the World Health Assembly, stay tuned to our page for exciting updates! Mr. Oussama Madaddi, IPSF Chairperson Student Exchange Programme
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Truth be told, speaking here is no surprise to my 3-years-ago-self prospective. It was planned and expected- a ticking eventuality. My-this-moment-self, under the IPSF spirit spell cast, is honoured to be serving this Pharmily, the Federation and its biggest projects. Being the Student Exchange Chairperson is an enormous deal indeed; a responsibility I am accountable for and fruitful experience, on numerous aspects, I happen to be invested in. The code name is Oussama SEPdadi, 23 years old, 5th year PharmD student, University of Batna 2, a witty full-time critic and a chaste part-time junk collector from Algeria’s desert- greetings to you all! Mr. Othniel Nimbabazi, IPSF Chairperson of the African Regional Office Muraho, it’s a great honor and privilege to be part of the IPSF Executive Committee for this mandate. I have been involved in IPSF since 2015, it’s a great adventurous journey full of the learning experience, inspirational networks, and leadership growth. This is my time to contribute to the African Regional Office and IPSF in general growth and help more pharmacy students on the continent benefit from the opportunities, networking and exchanges brought by IPSF. It’s so exciting that IPSF is turning 70 this year and this Diamond celebrated in AfRO during the 65th IPSF Congress in Kigali that’s happening few days from 8th IPSF African Pharmaceutical Symposium to be held in the Pearl of Africa and I take this opportunity to invite you all in the East Africa Tour the regional of hospitable and caring people
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Ms. Yoon Jung Choi, IPSF Chairperson of the Asia Pacific Regional Office (APRO) I am a pharmacy student in South Korea waiting for graduation in the near future. I encountered IPSF APRO during the 2016 Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium. The primary reason I joined IPSF was that I love meeting new people. IPSF will become a second family for pharmacy students and for the public, it is a leading organisation of future health care professions. IPSF and IPSF APRO provide platforms for pharmacy students to communicate and create synergy effects on each other to develop as professional pharmacists. Just like IPSF’s long history of 70 years, I hope pharmacy students around the world could also mature as the profession taking care of the health for all.
Ms. Nuran AlGohary, IPSF Chairperson of the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office Mr. Ahmed El Ouweini, IPSF Chairperson of the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office Hello! My name is Ahmad El Ouweini and I am privileged to serve IPSF this mandate as the Chairperson of the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office (EMRO). I currently live in Houston, Texas, in the United States where I am finishing up my PharmD degree. Following this, coming back to my home country, Lebanon, I plan to start a residency focusing on Cardiology. I love dark coffee and all white-creamy-covered foods. In my free time, I like to read, travel, self-reflect in nature, and play Tennis. I am honoured and blessed to meet my fellow IPSFers all around the world and truly wishes to leave a remarkable fingerprint for the federation this mandate.
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Ms. Katarina Baćević, IPSF Chairperson of the of the European Regional Office (EuRO) Ever since I started helping out with IPSF’s activities and projects such as SEP and Public Health campaigns as well as attending the 70th WHO World Health Assembly, I knew being a part of IPSF was something I wanted to do alongside my studies. I have found inspiration in the people I met along the way by attending IPSF events and eventually becoming a part of the ExCo. These people share the same passion as me and are keen to do something more and have fun by learning about different cultures, talking in different languages and sharing experiences together. My name is Katarina Baćević and I am from Serbia. I am currently in my final year of studies in Niš, my hometown. From the things said earlier, you can probably guess my hobbies- meeting new people, travelling, drawing and reading. I look forward to meeting you at IPSF events in Warsaw, or perhaps even Kigali! Mr. Austin Green, IPSF Chairperson of the Pan American Regional Office (PARO) Hello! My name is Austin Green and I am privileged to serve IPSF this mandate as the Chairperson of the Pan American Regional Office (PARO). I currently live in Richardson, Texas, in the United States where I am finishing up my PharmD and MPH degrees. Following this, I plan to start a residency focusing on the Health-System Pharmacy Administration. I love milk tea and almost all Asian cuisines. In my free time, I like to travel, be in nature, and spend time with friends. I am always more than happy to talk with my fellow IPSFers! Mr. Jean de Dieu Iradukunda, IPSF Chairperson of the Reception Committee of the 65th IPSF World Congress Esteemed Confreres, Welcome to the 65th IPSF World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. In full gears to be the largest, the most diverse, and one of the most affordable IPSF congresses ever. I am IRADUKUNDA Jean de Dieu. Take cutting-edge topics as they pertain to our profession, a multitude of interactive international sessions, including symposiums and presentations, and all the vibrantly enjoyable social events; all of that makes the 65th IPSF World Congress. We are striving to make this a well organized week of great experiences, getting you lifelong friends and bringing you memories for life. Thank you for your interest in coming to Kigali, Rwanda. We look forward to having you on board.
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IPSF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Ms. Petra Orlić (IM, Croatia) President-elect Ms. Aya Jamal (FPSA, Sudan) Secretary General Ms. Tereza Červinková (CzPSA, Czech Republic) Treasurer Mr. Roland Massaad (LPSA, Lebanon) Chairperson of External Relations Ms. Karolina Miljak (CPSA, Croatia) Chairperson of Internal Relations Mr. Chihab Eddine Zeggada (ARPEC, Algeria) Chairperson of Media and Publications Mr. Ramy Chaiblaine (ASEPA, Algeria) Chairperson of Pharmacy Education Mr. Daniel Semmy (HMF AP ITB, Indonesia)
Treasurer Portfolio Development Fund Coordinator Mr. Carl Aoun (LPSA, Lebanon) Development Fund Committee Ms. Angela Verónica Quiñones Andrade (APEFyB, Peru) Mr. Bruno César Zacarias de Carvalho (AEFFUL, Portugal) Ms. Prashikha Chand (NZAPS-O, New Zealand) Ms. Shahada Mevin (KEPhSA, Kenya) Grants Coordinator Mr. Umberto Cornelis Alblas (K.N.P.S.V., the Netherlands) Grants Committee Ms. Dhiya Carissa Anggraini (ISMAFARSI, Indonesia) Ms. Ruby Gallavin (NZAPS-O, New Zealand) Ms. Anna Pham (APhA-ASP, United States of America) External Portfolio
Chairperson of Professional Development Ms. Jacinta Barbosa (AEFFUP, Portugal)
Interprofessional Coordinator Mr. Yu Lin Tsai (Christopher Chua) (PSA-Taiwan)
Chairperson of Public Health Ms. Ong See Jia (BPSA, United Kingdom)
Corporate Relations Coordinator Mr. Ryan Chan (IM, United Kingdom)
Chairperson of Student Exchange Mr. Oussama Madadi (ARPEC, Algeria)
WHSS Liaison Ms. Hyunjin (Jenny) Kang (KNAPS, Republic of Korea)
Chairperson of the African Regional Office Mr. Othniel Nimbabazi (RPSA, Rwanda)
External Committee Ms. Sara Mohammed Khalid Al-Aljouny (IM, Jordan) Mr. Ibrahim Riyadh Al-Helli (JPSA, Jordan) Mr. Daniel Chang (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Ms. Tae Hee Kim (KNAPS, Republic of Korea) Ms. Nada Moulla (ANEPF, France) Ms. Yetunde Olagundoye (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Ms. Bamisaye Adeola Oluwaseyi (PANS, Nigeria) Mr. Daniel Sanabria (FECOEF, Costa Rica) Ms. Lucija Tešija (CPSA, Croatia)
Chairperson of the Asia Pacific Regional Office Ms. Yoon Jung Choi (KNAPS, Republic of Korea) Chairperson of the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office Ms. Nuran Algohary (EPSF, Egypt) until March 2019 Mr. Ahmad El Ouweini (LPSA, Lebanon) from March 2019 Chairperson of the European Regional Office Ms. Katarina Baćević (NAPSer, Serbia)
Internal Portfolio
Chairperson of the Pan American Office Mr. Austin L. Green (APhA-ASP, United States of America)
Affiliations Coordinator Ms. Amrita Talukder (BUPS, Bangladesh)
Chairperson of the Reception Committee of the 65th IPSF World Congress Mr. Jean de Dieu Iradukunda (RPSA, Rwanda)
Individual Membership Coordinator Ms. Kana Koinuma (APS-Japan, Japan)
IPSF COORDINATORS AND COMMITTEES President Portfolio Policy Coordinator Ms. April Dominique Ocampo (UPPhA, Philippines) Policy Committee Mr. Yong Jik Baik (KNAPS, Republic of Korea) Ms. Nada Mahdey Dorra (EPSF, Egypt) Mr. Benjamin Martin Greathouse (IM, United States of America) Mr. João Augusto Maia Ribeiro Guedes (AEFFUP, Portugal) Mr. Bakani Mark Ncube (ZPSA, Zimbabwe) Ms. Tajana Iva Pejaković (CPSA, Croatia) Secretary General Portfolio Parliamentary Coordinator Ms. Cassandra Woit (IM, Canada)
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Constitutional Working Committee Mr. Benjamin Martin Greathouse (IM, United States of America) Mr. Omer Karfis (SPSF, Sudan) Ms. Jelena Lugić (AFÖP, Austria) Ms. Karima Morgane Thaminy (ASEPA, Algeria)
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Organisation Membership Coordinator Ms. Elsa Kobeissi (LPSA, Lebanon) Event Manager Ms. Agata Maristella Gorska (PPSA, Poland) Internal Committee Ms. Ruby Gallavin (NZAPS-O, New Zealand) Mr. Hadi Mohamed Jaber (NAPS-SL, Sierra Leone) Ms. Inès Missoum (ASEPA, Algeria) Media and Publications Portfolio Editorial and Translation Coordinator Ms. Evangeline Armstrong Gordon (NAPSA,Australia) Until Feb 2019 Editorial Committee Mr. Enwereakuh Ugonna Augustine (PANS, Nigeria) Ms. Kaye Angelique T. Felipe (UPPhA, Philippines) Ms. Azreena Syafiqa binti Ikram Shah (MyPSA, Malaysia) Ms. Aya Amer Abd El- Raheem Mohamed (EPSF, Egypt)
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Ms. Sofiya Terekhovska (CAPSI, Canada) Ms. Estelle Yau (ANEPF, France) Translation Committee Ms. Yasmine Abbas (ASEPA, Algeria) Ms. Bedaida Abir (ASEPA, Algeria) Mr. Hichem Khalil Arroudj (ASEPA, Algeria) Ms. Majda Bouhouche (ARPEC, Algeria) Ms. Judy Chan (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Ms. Ana Criado Figueiredo (APEF, Portugal) Ms. Angela Verónica Quiñones Andrade (APEFyB, Peru) Ms. Wissal Rahmouni (BEPC, Morocco) until April 2019 Ms. Abdelaziz Ryma (ASEPA, Algeria) Social Media Coordinator Ms. Nada Ayman Abdeen (EPSF, Egypt) Social Media Committee Ms. Veronica M. Acejo (UPPhA, Philippines) Ms. Sara Ebrahim Algohary (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Sara Elfert (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Stephanie Cybulski (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Ms. Mayar Hassan Amin (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Halimah Isbag (BPSA, United Kingdom) Ms. Jane Msumba (IM, United Kingdom) Ms. Matea Pavić (CPSA, Croatia) Information Technology Manager Mr. Omar Mohamed Yasser (EPSF, Egypt) Branding Director Mr. Omar Mohamed Ewida (EPSF, Egypt) Visuals and Creativity Coordinator Mr. Houssem-Eddine Kellou (ASEPA. Algeria) Visuals and Creativity Committee Ms. Pardis Ahmadi (IPhSA, Iran) Ms. Basant Ahmed Abbas Mohamed (EPSF, Egypt) Mr. Abdelhamid Awad Abdelfattah Elqott (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Amira Ali Hassan Abdelaal (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Judy Chan (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Mr. Hellal Naim (ASEPA, Algeria) Mr. Shaker Said Shaker ElNiny (EPSF, Egypt) Mr. Ahmed Muhammad Salah Muhammad (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Sara Sofia F. J. Santos (AEFFUL, Portugal) Mr. Abdullah Ahmed Sayed (EPSF, Egypt) Mr. Mateusz Radomski (PPSA, Poland) Pharmacy Education Portfolio Internship Coordinator Ms. Bidhata Khatri (NPSA, Nepal) Pharmacy Education Advocacy Coordinator Ms. Williams Alison Ekwere (PANS, Nigeria) Pharmacy Education Research Coordinator Ms. Karen Abboud (LPSA, Lebanon) Pharmacy Education Committee - Advocacy Subcommittee Mr. Juan Edgar Mora Badilla (FECOEF, Costa Rica) Ms. Liliana Pałczyńska (PPSA, Poland) Ms. Sara Talat Elshokheby (EPSF, Egypt) Pharmacy Education Committee - Research Subcommittee Ms. Ana-Katharina Elsa Gehrke (AEFRA, Argentina) Mr. Kenny Dwi Sidharta (BEM KEMAFAR UNPAD, Indonesia) Ms. Fatma El Zahraa Mohamed (EPSF, Egypt) Pharmacy Education Committee - Programming Subcommittee Ms. Lucy Jacqueline Manzanero (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Ms. Ai-Hsin Pang (PSA-Taiwan) Mr. Luka Tomašić (CPSA, Croatia)
Pharmacy Education Committee - Graduate Placement Programme Manager Ms. Jenny Luh Wahyuni (BEMF USD, Indonesia) Pharmacy Education Committee - PEN Editor Ms. Jenna Esteban (CAPSI, Canada) Pharmacy Education Committee - Phuture Editor Ms. Rana Ali Mahmoud Manasrah (IM, Palestine) Professional Development Portfolio Patient Counselling Event Coordinator Ms. Tsun-Yu Yang (PSA-Taiwan) Clinical Skills Event Coordinator Mr. Chun Wai Lui (NAPSA, Australia) Compounding Event Coordinator Mr. Maxius Gunawan (BEM FF UI, Indonesia) Industry Skills Event Coordinator Mr. Bruno Rački (CPSA, Croatia) Pharmacy Profession Advocacy Coordinator Ms. Hyunji Lee (KNAPS, Republic of Korea) Professional Development Committee – CE Oriented Mr. Ahmed Adel Mohamed Mahmoud Elgendy (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Estelle Yau (ANEPF, France) Professional Development Committee – CSE Oriented Ms. Voralak Inthong (PSUT, Thailand) Ms. Amelia McLeod (IM, Australia) Ms. Mirna Nassar Ahmed (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Radwa Adel Mahmoud Samra (EPSF, Egypt) Professional Development Committee – ISE Oriented Mr. Pedro Gameiro Alpalhão Fontaínhas Carneiro (AEFFUP, Portugal) Ms. Adaobi Okeke (PANS, Nigeria) Professional Development Committee – PCE Oriented Mr. William Joseph E. Buhayo (UPPhA, Philippines) Ms. Yara Samy Abd El Halim (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Nadia Ben Moussa (ARPEC, Algeria) Professional Development Committee – PPAC Oriented Ms. María Laura Bonilla Acosta (FECOEF, Costa Rica) Ms. Asmaa Kamel (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Sheena Jasley G. Samonte (UPPhA, Philippines) Training Coordinator Mr. Sylvester Adebowale Adeyemi (PANS, Nigeria) Training Committee Ms. Sara Mohyeldeen Mohamed Ahmed (FPSA, Sudan) Mr. Tasneem Mahmmud Bataineh (JPSA, Jordan) Ms. Eri Goya Shimabukuro (APEFyB, Peru) Mr. Mahmoud Zarati (IM, Tunisia) Public Health Portfolio Public Health Advocacy Coordinator Mr. Sam Doherty (IM, United Kingdom) Humanitarian Coordinator Ms. Lama Ibrahim Gailani Gaafar (FPSA, Sudan) Public Health Activities Coordinator Ms. Melody Grace Natalie (BEMF USD, Indonesia) Public Health Committee Mr. Mostafa Mohamed Abdelgaber (EPSF, Egypt) Ms. Temitope Ben-Ajepe (PANS, Nigeria)
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Ms. Hera Ali (BPSA, United Kingdom) Ms. Iva Begović (CPSA, Croatia) Ms. Maria Laura Bonilla (FECOEF, Costa Rica) Mr. William Joseph E. Buhayo (UPPhA, Philippines) Ms. Viktoria Gastens (asep, Switzerland) Ms. Yu-Wun Jian (NZAPS-O, New Zealand) Ms. Bennara Karima (ARPEC, Algeria) Ms. Nisa Masyitah (BEM KEMAFAR UNPAD, Indonesia) Ms. Sara Mohyeldeen Mohamed Ahmed (FPSA, Sudan) Ms. Tsubasa Nakagawa (APS-Japan, Japan) Ms. Elizabeta Paar (CPSA, Croatia) Ms. Chantley Thomas (APhA-ASP, USA) Ms. Stephanie Samios (NAPSA, Australia) Mr. Yeoh Tze Wei (MyPSA, Malaysia) Ms. Nafila Winardi (HMF AP ITB, Indonesia)
Regional Secretary Ms. Amira Rayene Abdelhadi (ARPEC, Algeria)
Student Exchange Portfolio
Immediate Past Chairperson Ms. Aya Jamal (FPSA, Sudan)
Student Exchange Committee Mr. Matija Bajželj (ŠSSFD, Slovenia) Mr. Bakani Mark Ncube (ZPSA, Zimbabwe) Ms. Nadine King (NZAPS-O, New Zealand) Ms. Boutheina Leblalta (ARPEC, Algeria) Ms. Daniavi Nayunda (BEM FF UI, Indonesia) Ms. Yara Gamal Nouh (ASPSA, Egypt) Ms. Jane Achieng Oaga (KEPhSA, Kenya) Ms. Shams Tarek Osman (ASPSA, Egypt) Mr. Minjun Park (KNAPS, Republic of Korea) Mr. Anthony Mitchell Peláez Morillas (APEFyB, Peru) Ms. Vu Lien Phuong (CzPSA, Czech Republic) Mr. Roger Rojas Gamboa (FECOEF, Costa Rica) IPSF REGIONAL WORKING GROUPS
Regional Relations Officer Ms. Layan Saadeh (JPSA, Jordan) Regional Media and Publications Officer Mr. Sohaib Hamza (SPSF, Sudan) Chairperson of the 8th Eastern Mediterranean Pharmaceutical Symposium Mr. Faisal Ahmed El Noor (SPSF, Sudan)
European Regional Office Regional Secretary Ms. Maja Grigorov (NAPSer, Serbia) Regional Projects Officer Ms. Sara Raquel Teixeira Ferreira (AEFFUP, Portugal) Regional Relations Officer Ms. Rajmonda Halimi (AFÖP, Austria) Regional Media and Publications Officer Ms. Joanna Niewińska (PPSA, Poland)
African Regional Office
Chairperson of the 1st European Regional Symposium Ms. Kinga Dziok (PPSA, Poland)
Regional Secretary Mr. Isaac Anang (GPSA, Ghana)
Immediate Past Chairperson Ms. Agata Maristella Gorska (PPSA, Poland)
Regional Projects Officer Mr. Comfort Tanaka Gutu (ZPSA, Zimbabwe)
Pan American Regional Office
Regional Relations Officer Ms. Purity Wambui Nyaikamba (KEPhSA, Kenya) Regional Media and Publications Officer Ms. Peris Wambui Thuo (KEPhSA, Kenya) Chairperson of the 8th African Pharmaceutical Symposium Ms. Nalukwago Mercy Kamya (MUPSA, Uganda) Immediate Past Chairperson Mr. Jacob Enchill (GPSA, Ghana)
Regional Secretary Mr. Jonathan Nazari (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Regional Projects Officer Mr. Vraj Patel (APhA-ASP, United States of America) Regional Relations Officer Mr. Yoel Segundo Alcántara Gutierrez (ACEF, Peru) Regional Media and Publications Officer Mr. Jean Pierre Regalado Escobedo (APEFyB, Peru)
Asia Pacific Regional Office
Chairperson of the 13th Pan American Regional Symposium Ms. Jannis Henriquez (FECOEF, Costa Rica)
Regional Secretary Mr. Wei Ting Lee (Daniel) (PSA-Taiwan)
Immediate Past Chairperson Mr. Matthew Hung (CAPSI, Canada)
Regional Projects Officer Ms. Soyeon Lee (Ashley) (KNAPS, Republic of Korea)
RECEPTION COMMITTEE OF THE 65TH IPSF WORLD CONGRESS Ms. Marie Christelle Igihozo Mr. Ange Eloi Ineza Mr. Sylvester Jackson Karara Mr. Christian Mugabo Ms. Gisele Mutoniwase Mr. Briand Mvuyekure Ms. Julie Maeva Piotie Ngagoum Ms. Miriam Nsekonziza Mr. Patrick Nsengimana Mr. Sincere Josue Ukuri
Regional Relations Officer Mr. Cheng-Hsuan Tsai (Michael) (PSA-Taiwan) Regional Media and Publications Officer Mr. Muhammad Murtadha bin Mohd Mazwil (IM, Malaysia) Chairperson of the 18th Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium Mr. Aloysius Erick Rene (HMF AP ITB, Indonesia) Immediate Past Chairperson Ms. Waranyu Lengwiriyakul (PSUT, Thailand) Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office
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Regional Projects Officer Ms. Wissal Rahmouni (BEPC, Morocco).
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IPSF ADVISORY BOARD Mr. Christian Roth (Germany) Ms. Juliet Obi (Nigeria/United States of America) Ms. Whitley Yi (United States of America) Mr. Mian Zhang (Australia) Mr. Ahmad El Molla (Egypt)
IPSF Team An Adventure to Take
Stacey Lacey
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External Portfolio 2018 in Highlights
2018 in Highlights It has been a very busy year at IPSF. We've made great strides in our engagement with professional and student organisations as well as worked hard to extend our global exposure.
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142th Session of WHO Executive Board, Geneva, Switzerland, 22–27 January 2018
78th FIP World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2-6 September 2018 Glasgow, UK
71st World Health Assembly, Geneva, Switzerland, 21–26 May 2018
Global Conference on Primary Health Care in Astana, Kazakhstan in October 2018
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“As a member of Adolescents and Youth Constituency (AYC) of PMNCH, IPSF has the responsibility to contribute to the forum through the exchange of knowledge and dissemination of information as we are future health professionals, who should be involved in the improvement of maternal, newborn, and child health (MNACH). In accordance with the partnership aims, IPSF representation would strengthen our collaboration and voice with various partners, especially those who are also a part of the AYC, where together as youth, we will create stronger movement.” Mr. Daniel Semmy, IPSF Chairperson of Pharmacy Education
EPSA Autumn Assembly, Belgrade, Serbia, 30 October4 November 2018
Partnership for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (PMNCH) Partner’s Forum, New Delhi, India, 12-13 December 2018
10th UNESCO Forum for NGOs in Moscow, Russia, 26-27 November 2018
2018 International Conference of NGOs at UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, 17-19 December 2018
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Internal Portfolio 9 Reasons to Join IPSF
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Reasons to Join IPSF (The 11th won’t shock you.)
1 Friendship: IPSF is composed of about 90 countries which include about 350,000 pharmacy students/graduates that you could meet at any of IPSF’s official events; 2 Exposure: by participating in the IPSF General and/or Regional Assembly, joining the IPSF delegation at the World Health Assembly and other World Health Organization events and attending selected United Nations events; 3 Leadership and Professional Development: by becoming part of the IPSF Team or through Leaders in Training and Patient Counselling, Clinical Skills, and Compounding Events and competitions; 4 Personal Growth: through publishing in our regularly released IPSF Newsletters, Phuture, our scientific publication and through internship opportunities with partner organisations, such as the World Health Organization and the International Pharmaceutical Federation; 5 Public Engagement: by improving public health with opportunities for campaign organisation and implementation on a local level and engagement in international affairs and issues impacting pharmacy students; 6 Recognition: by receiving international awards for high involvement in IPSF activities that improve public health and pharmacy advocacy on a global scale; 7 Cultural Competence: thought joining the Student Exchange Programme 8 Financial Support: grants are allocated to organisations for support and to individual members for attendance of events and participation in the Student Exchange Programme; 9 To become a part of our pharmily!
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President Portfolio Global Conference on Primary Health Care
Global Conference on Primary Health Care IPSF recognises the important role of the youth as future pharmacists in advancing PHC. Globally, the role of young health care professionals in PHC has been gaining momentum. The youth are now more visible and are present at various high-level meetings on global health issues. As future health care professionals, individuals can have a large impact in local communities through translational research, health promotion, and advocating for improved health services. With the ever-changing health landscape brought about by emerging technologies, there is now a section of the new Alma-Alta declaration that incorporates technology and its role in advancing PHC. Particularly in the domain of technology and innovation, the youth are regarded as important stakeholders and leaders of the PHC revolution.
On the 40th anniversary of the Alma-Ata Declaration, it has been recognized that a renewed commitment to Primary Health Care (PHC) is essential to achieving universal health coverage (UHC) and with it, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Rather than treating diseases or specific conditions, PHC involves caring for people and providing comprehensive, accessible, community-based care that meets the health needs of individuals. PHC is an individual’s first point of contact with the health system. It is therefore critical to strengthening health services being delivered at the PHC interface to further efforts towards achieving UHC. On 25-26 October 2018, the World Health Organization (WHO), Member States, and various stakeholders including several Non-State Actors gathered at the Global Conference on Primary Health Care in Astana, Kazakhstan. At the conference, a new declaration was launched, refocusing efforts toward primary health care to improve the standard of health experienced by people all over the world. The International Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation (IPSF) representatives actively participated in high-level ministerial parallel sessions and events. IPSF representatives advocated for the pharmacist’s role in mental health, the empowerment of women and access to medicines. The representatives also proposed solutions to the problems of overdiagnosis and overtreatment and presented IPSF public health projects to other youth participants and public health associations to promote collaboration and strengthen primary health care services. A day prior to the main event, the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) coordinated a Youth Forum designed to empower the voice of young people and raise awareness about the significant impact of their contribution to the conference. During this forum, students from all over the world discussed the obstacles and challenges encountered when involving the voice of the youth in decision-making regarding health policy. IPSF contributed to the discussion by sharing the importance of a pharmacist’s role in the healthcare team and the benefits of interprofessional collaboration between student organisations.
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Much more still needs to be done to further advance the role of the youth in PHC. This can be achieved by incorporating PHC concepts into university curricula such that healthcare students are trained to take care of their patients as people. Moreover, PHC relies on collaboration between the members of the healthcare team and there is a need for the future health workforce to provide a horizontal approach of care enabling people access to comprehensive health services. As future pharmacists, the youth also have a critical role in ensuring the rational use of medicines. Being one of the most accessible health care professionals, pharmacists are in a prime position to provide integrated health services that address several pertinent health issues such as mental health, a subject matter greatly emphasised throughout the conference. PHC is at the heart of achieving UHC however this is impossible without an appropriately trained and capable health workforce. IPSF recognises its role as a youth healthcare organization regarding the importance of PHC. IPSF represents the future health workforce that will achieve UHC by advocating and practising PHC.
Moreover, IPSF continues to advocate for quality, equitable, and accessible health services for all.
Student Exchange Programme Say Yes to New Challenges
President Portfolio Policy Article Engaging With Intergovernmental Organisations (IGO)
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Media and Publications Portfolio Pomodoro Technique
Pomodoro Technique Be more focused, scienfitically For many people, time is an enemy. We race against the clock to finish assignments and meet deadlines. The Pomodoro Technique teaches you to work with time, instead of struggling against it. A revolutionary time management system, it is at once deceptively simple to learn and life-changing to use. The fundamentals of the Pomodoro Technique are simple yet incredibly effective
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1. Choose a task you'd like to get done
One (or related) task, you cannot start a pomodoro without a clear goal.
2. Set the Pomodoro for 25 minutes
You can custom the pomodoro time, however as a start.,You can go with 25 minutes.
3. Work on the task until the Pomodoro rings
Without interruption, you can afford to take 25 minutes before calling back a friend or replying to an email.
4. When the Pomodoro rings, put a checkmark on a paper Congrats! Don’t forget to check on a paper (or an application), this step is very important to create the habit.
5. Take a short break (5 minutes)
Go for a short walk or do something else relaxing (i.e., not work-related). Your brain will thank you later. (Do not skip the break, I know you want to).
6. Every 4 pomodoros, take a longer break (30minutes) Let’s be honest, you deserved it.
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Pharmacy Education Portfolio Young Researchers’ Forum
YOUNG RESEARCHERS’ FORUM FOR US, THE YOUNG AND THE BOLD
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Researchers’ Forum
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International Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation (IPSF) has been supporting pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences students with many platforms to publish their thoughts and ideas. One of those platforms is the Young Researchers’ Forum. The forum aims to serve as a platform for members and other interested parties to engage in various discussions concerning education and research topics in pharmaceutical sciences, and health-care in general.
In this time of unlimited access to the network, worldwide connections are easy to be discovered. We believe that an online platform like this would knowledge between members.
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What would you like to see in the discussion? Come and share your thoughts on https://yrf.ipsf.org. Let us hear your ideas and opinions.
Pharmacy Education Portfolio The Nanjing Statements
THE THENANJING NANJING LOOKING LOOKING INTO INTO THE THE FUTURE FUTURE
In 2016, In 2016, thethe Global Global Conference Conference on on Pharmacy Pharmacy andand Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical Sciences Sciences Education Education waswas heldheld in in Nanjing, Nanjing, China. China. TheThe International International Pharmaceutical Federation Federation (FIP)(FIP) hashas Pharmaceutical successfully organised conference successfully organised thethe conference withwith thethe of setting future plans milestones aimaim of setting future plans andand milestones withwith regard to to education education andand workforce workforce regard development for for pharmacists pharmacists andand development pharmaceutical scientists. outcomes of the pharmaceutical scientists. TheThe outcomes of the conference further to the publication conference further led led to the publication of of three crucial documents from inputs of the three crucial documents from thethe inputs of the participants1. of the documents is the participants1. OneOne of the documents is the NanjingStatements Statementson onPharmacy Pharmacyandand Nanjing PharmaceuticalSciences SciencesEducation. Education.TheThe Pharmaceutical Nanjing Statements a description Nanjing Statements is ais description of of thethe envisioned future ideal pharmaceutical envisioned future for for thethe ideal pharmaceutical education from different aspects.
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month, to 8th of November LastLast month, on on thethe 7th7th to 8th of November 2018, marks two-year anniversary of the 2018, marks thethe two-year anniversary of the conference. means it also been conference. ThisThis means it also hashas been twotwo years since Global Vision for the Workforce years since Global Vision for the Workforce andand WorkforceDevelopment, Development,Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical Workforce Workforce Development Goals Nanjing Workforce Development Goals andand Nanjing Statements were started. International Statements were started. TheThe International Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation (IPSF) Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation (IPSF) contributed to the documents suggesting contributed to the documents by by suggesting some points that later on were refined in the documents.As Asthetheleading leadingadvocacy advocacy documents. organisation for pharmacy pharmaceutical organisation for pharmacy andand pharmaceutical sciences students, provide an obligation sciences students, we we provide an obligation to to support a standard education quality support a standard education quality thatthat could benefit our members- the students. Currently, trying to increase Currently, we we are are stillstill trying to increase ourour reach in educating members. reach in educating ourour members. fundamental question is how TheThe fundamental question is how cancan we,we, as as students, contribute to the improvement students, contribute to the improvement of of their education? points in the statements their education? TheThe points in the statements make in agreement perhaps maymay make youyou nodnod in agreement (or (or perhaps
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Public Health Portfolio What is Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
What is Universal Heal Why Should We
Do you believe health is a human right, and that all human beings should be able to fulfill their potential in dignity and equality and in a healthy environment? Do you believe women should not die while giving birth? Do you believe children should not die from preventable deaths? Do you believe people should not be pushed into poverty for accessing health services? Do you believe in a world in which everyone can live, healthy, productive lives regardless of who they are and where they live? Adopted by leaders in government and civil society, these ideas lie at the heart of a growing political movement to make health outcomes more equitable and health systems more resilient. This movement is integral to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, given that people’s ability to achieve good health without sustaining massive financial losses is key to their being able to avoid poverty. Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is based on two key ideas: 1) Everyone, everywhere, has access to the services needed to protect, improve and maintain their health. 2) No-one should suffer adverse financial consequences when they need to seek care. Like education, UHC is an important investment in human capital, which is necessary for economic growth and development. Achieving UHC is important as the objectives of inclusive growth, sustainable economic development, and national and regional health security cannot be achieved without a healthy population. To achieve universal health coverage, participation from all elements of society is needed, not only from the government sector. Last October 2018, International Pharmaceutical Student Federation (IPSF) became the official partner of UHC2030. IPSF is committed to supporting global health to achieve universal health coverage. As the leading advocacy organisation for pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences students, we have the obligation to educate, raise awareness, and invite our members to support this mission that could be beneficial to our society. When we talk about UHC, we cannot separate it from primary health care. Primary health care is an approach to health and wellbeing centered on the needs and circumstances of individuals, families, and communities. It is about providing whole-person care for health needs throughout life, not just treating a set of specific diseases. Primary health care ensures people receive comprehensive care, ranging from promotion and prevention to treatment, rehabilitation and palliative care as close as feasible to people’s everyday environment.
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lth Coverage (UHC) and e Be a Part of it? In order to support the goal of achieving universal health coverage, IPSF has regularly collaborated with our member associations to conduct a campaign that aims to increase the awareness of public health. Besides promoting UHC through webinars and other events, we hold several campaigns with health topics such as polio, antimicrobial resistance, patient safety, tuberculosis, immunization, alcohol alert, healthy living, etc. IPSF promises to always strive for the realization of Universal Health Coverage 2030 and continue to be part of a better global health condition. As youths, we represent the future pillars of society and as pharmacy students representing part of the healthcare workforce, our roles are meaningful. If it is not us, who else? If not now, when? It will be a long journey but together, we will make it there someday.
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Public Health Portfolio Pharmacists’ Roles in Health Systems
Pharmacists’ Roles in Health Systems Introduction According to the World Health Organization (WHO), public health is the art and science of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health through the organised efforts of society. It encompasses activities that strengthen public health capacities and service to support healthy living or prevent deterioration of health. Public health interventions such as health campaigns are often targeted at populations to promote health and prevent diseases. As future pharmacists, a collaborative approach to tackle public health challenges should be viewed as an opportunity for the profession to assume previously inaccessible service roles to enhance the delivery of care to everyone. The Role of Pharmacists in Public Health There is a need for pharmacists to position themselves for leadership in public health. According to Bush and Johnson, public health pharmacy services could be categorised into the micro and macro level. Micro-level activities focus on the wellbeing of an individual including smoking cessation services, immunization, health screening, health education, patient counseling, and monitoring and responding to adverse drug events. In contrast, macro-level efforts prioritise healthcare needs of a population. It involves assessments to identify unmet public health needs followed by formulation of health policies and programs to meet those needs, implementation and evaluation of such policies and programs, and making necessary changes to support subsequent improvement in health programs, program evaluation, and research activities. In line with the Federation’s mission to improve public health, IPSF has been actively seeking opportunities to develop the public health capacity of our members through public health campaigns and participation in WHO events with the aspiration to inspire and encourage our members to be more engaged in public health. International Committee of the Red Cross The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an international organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to offer help to those who are affected by conflict and armed violence. It also endeavors to protect victims of war by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles. As healthcare workers are constantly vulnerable to attack either by direct threats or through bombing and looting of hospitals, ICRC has led the Health Care in Danger (HCiD) initiative to safeguard the delivery of care to those in need by protecting healthcare professionals, facilities and medical vehicles. In this connection, IPSF, being a member of the Community of Concern of the HCiD initiative, organised an online campaign called #NotATarget to advocate for the safety and security of humanitarian workers. In addition, a workshop was conducted where participants were introduced to the International Humanitarian Law and the ethical principles of health care in times of armed conflict and other emergencies which led to a discussion on the challenges and possible preparedness measures to take in those settings. World Health Assembly
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The World Health Assembly (WHA) is the decision-making body of the WHO which focuses on specific health agenda. With delegates from all 193 WHO states and non-state actors, it functions to determine the policies of the organisation, appoint the Director-General, supervise financial policies as well as review and approve the proposed programme budget. That being said, it is at the WHA that the WHO’s work is reviewed, new goals are set and new tasks are assigned to respond to the global health challenges. As one of the non-state actors, IPSF delegates will be represented at the WHA to voice our opinions on matters significant to us. This is also an opportunity for IPSF delegates to engage at macro-level public health efforts. As delegates, each member will be exposed to policy statements and through these statements, IPSF highlights the importance of pharmacists as essential health care professionals who can and should influence the process of decision making. Furthermore, networking and establishing new connections and collaborations are also of vital importance to gather support and make our voices heard.
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Professional Development Portfolio Soft Skills Icing on the cake
Soft Skills Icing on the cake Dear Readers, I know the icing has captured your attention, and cake lovers can describe the effect a vanilla or chocolate icing has on a freshly baked cake. I do not intend to disappoint you, but this article is about learning soft skills and connecting them with hard skills. It is crucial to gain prior exposure to the importance of connecting the dots between hard and soft skills. Soft skills are often not considered important because of how intangible they are, whereas hard skills are recommended for their tangible nature especially in a workspace requiring technical job experiences. To comprehend both concepts, you must question these - how much do you know about your role? And can you function efficiently within a group? Hard skills stress on practice-based knowledge specific to your assigned role while soft skills manage the applicability of your hard skills. I have had two exceptional Professors who taught me pharmacology at the university; one teaches with a model of gaining experimental skills, and the other teaches with a model of acquiring knowledge through effective communication. The former relates poorly with students, making his topics boring and difficult to comprehend. On the other hand, the latter stirs motivation through communication and understands the group dynamics of his students to engage them in a structured learning pattern. Both successful Professors are at the peak of their careers. However, one outperforms the other in terms of people skills. Does it mean hard skills are bad? No. On the contrary, hard skills are essential in our ever-changing world. Both pharmacology professors advanced in their careers through hard skills. Hard skills executed them the scientific skills required to lecture and contribute to pharmacology. More so, the process of learning is not complete without a mix of both hard and soft skills. Confectionaries understand the icing, the cake and the value reached by decorating the cake. The hard skills acquired will complement with necessary soft skills. A Hanover research report on A Crosswalk of 21st Century Skills analyzed six frameworks designed to improve the development of 21st Century skills and recommended the integration of soft skills into learning. Across these six frameworks, four skills were agreed to be most essential for development in the 21st century. They include collaboration and teamwork, creativity and imagination, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It is easy to agree with the fact that we all need them for better professional interaction. When I joined IPSF, the various activities that intrigued me were aimed at adequately preparing students and recent graduates for life. Through the Professional Development Portfolio of IPSF, connecting the dots between hard skills and soft skills needed to be a pharmacist have been made a reality. Events like Clinical Skills Event (CSE), Compounding Event 36
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(CE), Patient Counselling Event (PCE), Industry Skills Event (ISE) and Marketing Skills Event (MSE) equip students and recent graduates with the hard skills necessary in Pharmacy Practice and Leaders in Training (LIT) project, and an organised soft skill training delivery consolidate by icing the cake. IPSF Leaders in Training project establishes a platform where 3 to 4 qualified trainers (from IPSF Trainers’ Pool and/or partnering organisations) deliver relevant 21st-century soft skills in a workshop group of 20 to 25 participants for about 3 to 4 days. Each session consists of quality content, exercises, and practical activity to ensure the real-life application of learned skills. In a stepwise approach, LIT is designed to transform the perception of participants positively in leadership, teamwork, communication, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. Over the years, LIT graduates have demonstrated a tremendous effort to improve continuously in their career and yield excellent results in their professional life because of the experience from LIT. This year, the IPSF Training Committee is making a preparation to coordinate LIT projects for aspiring and young leaders who are interested in acquiring 21st-century skills for better pharmacy practice, leadership, and global health. Therefore, I urge you to apply for upcoming Leaders-in-Training events nearest to you. Thank you. Yours truly, Sylvester Adeyemi IPSF Training Coordinator 2018-2019.
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African Regional Office AfPS
AFRO REGION TIMES HAVE CHANGED. This is a statement we have heard re-echoing in every corridor throughout history. The African Traditional Health Care system is no exception. We have long since evolved with every new wave of change that has marked a new era. The discovery of light and advances in microscopy birthed new possibilities in health care delivery that are still being revealed until this day. However, a new epidemiological pattern has been observed in Africathe double burden communicable and non-communicable diseases that are threatening our communities today. Nonetheless, as upcoming professionals, we stand at a time in history where change is inevitable. Technology and innovation have not only become a new anchor for our society, but they have also exponentially accelerated the pace where change happens in all spheres of life, notwithstanding the health care system. The 8th IPSF African Pharmaceutical Symposium is the largest convention of pharmacy students and young professionals in Africa, and this year’s theme is “A new health era: Pharmacy Practice and the Evolving Epidemiology Landscape.” The theme focuses on the pharmacists’ role in addressing the emerging epidemiological patterns which are, specifically, integrated management of communicable and non-communicable diseases as well as our role in antimicrobial stewardship for communities. It also highlights the expanding scope of pharmacy practice with emphasis on how it stands to affect pharmacy education and ultimately, specialisation. As stated earlier, our approach to improving pharmaceutical healthcare delivery through technology and innovation shall be tackled with great emphasis on improving access to medicines and their rational use. The symposium shall be crowned by two auxiliary events- the
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Leaders in Training workshop which shall focus on skilling young professionals for leadership, and the Post Symposium Tour which allows delegates to explore the different sights and sounds that Uganda has to offer. A three-day fun-filled trip will highlight historical areas as well as nature’s gifts that have long since prompted Uganda to be called the Pearl of Africa. By the time your stay in Uganda is over, you will have experienced a culture so deep that it boasts over 30 different spoken languages, scenery so beautiful that it will both captivate and intimidate you, a climate so gentle that your skin will relish the experience, and wildlife so fierce, yet so compelling. Most of all, through all this, you will meet and be guided by people so hospitable that you will find a second home. For all updates, kindly follow this link. www.afps2019.org
African Regional Office WHO AfRO Session
Article on 68th session of WHO AfRO For the first time ever, the African Regional Office of the International Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation was invited to attend the 68th WHO Regional Committee for Africa session held at the King Fahd Palace Hotel in Dakar, the capital city of Republic of Senegal, from the 27th of August to the 31st of August 2018. The WHO Regional Committee for Africa is the governing body of WHO in the African region comprising health ministers from 47 countries and representing the highest level of health policy and decision-making body in Africa. The event brought more than 300 participants including health ministers, WHO Representatives and Country Liaison Officers, WHO staff and partner delegations. IPSF was the only youth and student-led organisation invited. The event programme was divided into sessions for different report presentations, statements from partners, breakfast meetings, lunch side events, ministerial meeting, evening side events and WHO-AFRO activities exhibition.
On the 26th of August 2018, the Senegal Ministry of Health in partnership with the World Health Organization hosted an 8 km Health walk to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the WHO and saw the attendance of Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa, Mr. Abdoulaye Diouf Sarr, the Senegalese Minister of Health and Social Action, and more than 2, 000 participants who promoted the importance of physical activity to fight non-communicable diseases (NCD's) through a healthy lifestyle. It was interesting to learn how the WHO is governed in Africa and how member states and partners contribute to the achievements of its mandate. The 69th WHO Regional Committee for Africa session will be held at the WHO-AFRO Headquarters in Brazzaville, Congo.
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Asia Pacific Regional Office APPS - Forever 18
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TURN BACK THE CLOCK IN INDONESIA Forever 18th
IPSF APRO, the Asia Pacific Regional Office of IPSF, consists of 17 countries, 26 associations, and 55,000 members. It contributes to execute IPSF objectives at the regional level. Recently in November, APRO conducted an AMR campaign to raise awareness of responsible use of antibiotics. Many participants from the public joined the pledge to stop the misuse and overuse of antibiotics and prevent the spread of infection. The campaign boiled down to ‘health for all’, cooperating with WHO Western Pacific Regional Office. As a part of its contribution to health issues, APRO is annually hosting one major event called Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium, APPS. In 2019, under the theme of “Forever 18th”, the symposium will focus on anti-aging. Anti-aging has been a prime concern or dream for centuries. Elizabeth Báthory, one Hungarian noblewoman, is famous for bathing with the blood of virgins to remain young. And from half a world away in China, Qin Shi Huang died from mercury poisoning, believing it is a secret formula for perennial youth. Though many years have gone after them, there are still widespread superstitions about anti-aging. Rather than bathing in the blood or drinking mercury, 2019 APPS will concentrate on the scientific and pharmaceutical ways to stay young and healthy. This APPS in 2019 will be the 18th APPS of APRO. Approximately 400 pharmacy students and recent graduates will gather in Indonesia, Bandung to communicate on global health issues. Symposiums and workshops about anti-aging and running a campaign to promote healthy activities will take place from 6th to 13th July. IPSF APRO is also planning to host IPSF’s first ever model, WHO, in APPS. Delegates will discuss a specific health topic based on suggestions from the Asia Pacific member organisations. The event will create opportunities to learn about global health and policy-making procedures. Since APRO was founded in 1999, APPS 2019 will be more meaningful on account of IPSF APRO’s 20th anniversary. Besides, APRO will also host the project focusing on Good Pharmacy Practice Education (GPPed) in India and Trainers Development Camp, another project in Taiwan, to cultivate future leadership trainers. Please be tuned on our prosperous anniversary in 2019!
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Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office WHO EMRO Session
EMRO REGION
Sixty-fifth Session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, Khartoum, Sudan, 15 – 18 October 2018
This the first time for IPSF to be present at the Regional Committee session of WHO EMRO. The Regional Director Dr. Al-Mandhari presented his report to the Regional Committee on the work of WHO in the Eastern Mediterranean Region in 2017 and early 2018. His verbal statement focused on how to implement WHO’s new global strategy, the thirteenth general program of work in light of the new regional vision of “Health For All By All” which has been introduced in this opening. Dr. Al-Mandhari was elected as WHO Regional Director in May this year and assumed office on 1 June. In his first Regional Committee, Dr. Al-Mandhari outlined WHO’s regional vision for its work with countries from 2018 to 2023 in the document “Vision 2023: health for all by all in the Region – a call for solidarity and action”. “Vision 2023 represents a renewed commitment to WHO’s mandate and fundamental goal of health for all, but it is also a call for partnership, solidarity, and action by all towards achieving this aspiring goal. We need to engage everyone – governments, professionals, nongovernmental organizations, communities, civil society, and individuals – as proactive agents for health,” stated Dr. Al-Mandhari Key public health issues being addressed on this year’s agenda correspond to the priorities identified in WHO’s Thirteenth Programme of Work (GPW13) – advancing universal health coverage (UHC), protecting people from the impact of health emergencies, promoting health and well-being, optimizing WHO’s performance and engaging the private sector to progress towards UHC.
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THE 1ST EUROPEAN REGIONAL SYMPOSIUM Warsaw, Poland - 2019
Once upon a time… long ago -actually, not that long ago- back in 2013, the 5th IPSF Regional Office was born in the European continent and named EuRO. Through the years, it grew and grew; the family of few now became a larger family of over 35 members with governing bodies, closely watching EuRO create larger steps each day. All of them have the same mission which is to set EuRO on the right path. This year, 2019, EuRO is going to be 6 years old and we are proud to tell you how the story went and what we have achieved. We have created a Sub-regions Project which is a project connecting different parts of Europe to make pharmaceutical students and recent graduates work closely on creating a joint webinar, PCE and Public Health campaign amongst many others. Our family members are visited by EuRO more often as they are inviting us to their great General Assemblies, magical balls, magnificent congresses and other events.
We have attended many events by our partners, created joint webinars and workshops, marked AIDs Day, Volunteers Day, Mental Health Awareness week and many more. One day, EuRO was wondering, “I need my place, my time of the year, where I could return the favour and invite all members to come, exchange experiences, work and enjoy all together!”. And that was how EuRA - European Regional Assembly - was born and was, for the first time, created as a separate event from IPSF’s World Congress. It happened last year in Lisbon, Portugal when EuRO was turning five. Now, EuRO would like to invite you to the very First European Regional Symposia which will take place in Warsaw, Poland, from 11th to 14th July 2019. Come to visit us and celebrate the 6th year of our existence because EuRS is YOURS! IPSF Newsletter 110
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Pan American Regional Office An Overview of PARO Initiatives
AN OVERVIEW OF PARO INITIATIVES DISCOVER IPSF’ SMALLEST REGIONAL OFFICE IPSF PARO The Pan American Regional Office (PARO) is the smallest regional office of IPSF, consisting of five Full Member associations (AEFRA, Argentina; APEFYB, Peru; APhA-ASP, USA; CAPSI, Canada; FECOEF, Costa Rica) and six Members in Association (AGEQF-BO, El Salvador; ACEQF, Colombia; ACEF, Peru; IPSA-NSU, USA; FEFARMEX, Mexico; ANEQyF, Chile). Despite being small, we celebrate the wonderful work that our associations do to think globally and act locally. PARO focuses on five major projects each year: diabetes awareness, healthy living awareness, the Vampire Cup, antimicrobial resistance, and cancer awareness. Our members have done excellent work in making these campaigns successful on the local level. You can see some of their work detailed below.
CAPSI, Canada: Antibiotic Awareness Week
Recently, CAPSI organised an Antibiotic Awareness Week which consisted of a variety of informative activities for students. CAPSI had a games wheel where people could either get a candy with antibiotic facts or get quizzed about antibiotics. CAPSI also hosted a Kahoot! game about antibiotic usage, where the prize for winning was an antibiotic-themed cake. 46
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APhA-ASP, USA: World Diabetes Day
Student members of APhA-ASP at The University of Georgia conducted an event for World Diabetes Day with The University of Georgia Police Department. The students presented information regarding diabetes to the Police Department, provided healthy snacks as a positive example of healthy living, addressed the questions of the Police Department, and conducted a diabetes risk assessment for participants.
APhA-ASP, USA: World Diabetes Day
Student members of APhA-ASP at The University of Georgia conducted an event for World Diabetes Day with The University of Georgia Police Department. The students
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79th FIP World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 22-26 September 2019
New horizons: Navigating winds of change New technologies, new roles, new opportunities for pharmacy Do you want to be inspired to take on new roles and be prepared for success in a world of change? Wherever you practise, FIP can help you stay ahead of the game so that you can provide the best care for patients. As we develop new skills to manage new technologies such as robotics and the digitalisation of health care, it is important that we do not compromise quality and safety. Come to the Abu Dhabi congress, which will help you develop the knowledge and attitudes to adapt to emerging new roles through networking with pharmacists and scientists from all areas of practice and from all around the world.
WELCOME TO ABU DHABI Abu Dhabi is a modern, cosmopolitan city with an ancient heritage where respect for the past informs the present and shapes the future. There are historic buildings, engaging tours and a packed calendar of events covering the arts, culture, sports and trade. Visitors will encounter a diverse emirate, with deserts, beaches, oases and mountains, and there are ultra-modern malls and small souk-like stores to cater for their every (tax-free) shopping need.
CONGRESS STREAMS: A > New trends in science, practice and education Focuses on new technologies, digitalisation of health care, robotics, individualisation of therapy, the provision of education via virtual classrooms, integrating science and practice in teaching, communication, people-centred care, and ethical challenges.
B > New roles, opportunities and responsibilities Examines pharmacists’ roles and the roles of individuals, looks at new services and the skills required to advance them, and highlights the importance of education and of collaboration not only with pharmacy colleagues but also with other healthcare professionals.
C > Health now! Responding to the challenges of today Recognises that challenges can be faced by looking at new research, ethical considerations, new values, access to health, health systems, sustainability, environmental sustainability, non-communicable diseases, empowerment of patients, empowerment of women, quality and assessment.
Please find more information: abudhabi2019.congress.pharmacy
D > Targeting special interests Looks at special interests in the different fields of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences.
Note Some congress sessions are accredited for continuing education. Check our website.
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