Our Focus Areas

Strategic Focus Areas

1. Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs)

We strengthen public health systems by building skilled field epidemiologists.

Supported the establishment of FETPs in 13 countries, training over 5,000 professionals across frontline, intermediate, and advanced levels.
Conducted more than 120 training cohorts across the region.
Delivered mentoring and specialized workshops in over 10 countries.

2. Regional and National Collaboration Platforms

We connect experts and institutions to foster learning and collaboration.

Organized 7 Asia-Pacific FETP Scientific Conferences since 2011, bringing together 1,500+ delegates.
Co-hosted 20+ national FETP conferences with Ministries of Health.
Facilitated 80+ webinars and thematic forums for ongoing knowledge exchange.

3. Digital Transformation and Innovation

We leverage technology to expand access to learning and surveillance tools.

Deployed a regional learning management system (LMS) accessed by 3,000+ learners annually.
Supported surveillance platforms in Indonesia, reaching 12,000+ health officers.
Piloted massive open online courses (MOOCs) training up to 3,000 learners per quarter.

4. Workforce Development and Leadership Building

We invest in the next generation of public health leaders.

Trained 500+ mentors and 100+ trainers through workshops and training-of-trainers (TOTs).
Provided mini-grants to 50+ FETP alumni for field implementation projects.
Supported leadership fellowships in 5 countries.

5. Strategic Partnerships and Technical Leadership

We drive impact through collaboration and knowledge leadership.

Participated in 20+ Joint External Evaluations (JEE) and health security assessments.
Developed technical content and accreditation frameworks for 6 FETPs.
Supported the publication of 100+ scientific papers by trainees and alumni.