Summer School | 26–30 May 2025 | University of Pavia, Italy

In a world facing overlapping environmental, social, and health crises, innovative and integrated solutions are more urgent than ever. The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) call for a transformative approach — and the One Health framework provides a powerful answer.

Originally focused on infectious diseases, One Health today embraces the full spectrum of global health determinants, promoting strategies that benefit humans, animals, and the environment alike.

This summer school will show how combining a broad, interdisciplinary perspective with the SDGs can drive systemic, sustainable change in research, policy, and practice.

Registration is free of charge, but places are limited and subject to confirmation via email after signing up at this form.

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Participants will:

  • Grasp the key principles of the One Health framework and its link to the SDGs.

  • Identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing global challenges.

  • Learn directly from renowned experts and leaders in the field.

  • Explore case studies and policy models that integrate One Health into development agendas.

  • Develop essential project management, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Embrace sustainability as a core principle in research and professional practice, promoting ethical, resource-efficient, and resilient approaches.

The summer school is open to:

  • PhD students in environmental sciences, public health, veterinary medicine, social sciences, and related fields;

  • Graduate students, researchers, and professionals eager to deepen their expertise in global health and sustainability;

  • Employees from public and private sectors interested in multidisciplinary approaches.

Whether you’re starting your academic journey or enhancing your professional skills, this program offers a unique opportunity to grow.

The summer school offers an intensive, interactive learning experience featuring:

  • Lectures and keynotes from leading academics and practitioners;

  • In-depth analysis of successful One Health initiatives;

  • Workshops and group discussions to foster collaboration and critical thinking;

  • Skill-building sessions for personal and professional growth;

  • Networking opportunities with peers and professionals from diverse backgrounds.

Participants will leave with both solid theoretical knowledge and practical tools to make an impact.