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American Public Health Association
133rd Annual Meeting & Exposition
December 10-14, 2005
Philadelphia, PA
 APHA 2005
 
3146.0: Monday, December 12, 2005 - Board 3

Abstract #107745

Reconstruction of the health system in Afghanistan and the role of NGOs in the decision-making

Amélie Doyon, Hautes études internationales, Laval University, 703-500 Avenue des Pins, Montréal, QC H2W 1S7, Canada, (514) 815-0189, ameliedoyon@hotmail.com

This presentation is based on my masters thesis. My thesis deals with the reconstruction of Afghan health services and more precisely the role non-governmental organizations play in shaping the health policies of the government of Afghanistan. This presentation will explain the results of our research and the dynamics of international aid within the context of post-conflict reconstruction. We will attempt to clearly identify the different actors and their influence on the Afghan government in regards to the health sector. We will then explain the expertise each of these actors and the government of Afghanistan have and evaluate their effectiveness. We will see which of these international or national actors has the most influence and why they enjoy such influence. We based our research on a qualitative analysis of interviews done with a variety of people involved in the reconstruction of health services in Afghanistan with special attention to issues surrounding maternal mortality.

Learning Objectives:

  • At the conclusion of the session, the participant (learner) in this session will be able to

    Keywords: Policy/Policy Development, Public Health Policy

    Presenting author's disclosure statement:

    I wish to disclose that I have NO financial interests or other relationship with the manufactures of commercial products, suppliers of commercial services or commercial supporters.

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