THE CURRENT STATE OF HUMANITARIAN HEALTH IN MENA

50%

DAMAGED HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE IN ACTVE CONFLICT ZONES

34M+

DISPLACED DUE TO CONFLICT

#1

WATER-STRESSED REGION GLOBALLY, WITH RISING CLIMATE-INDUCED DISPLACEMENT

50%

SUFFER FROM MENTAL HEALTH SYMPTOMS, YET 90% LACK ACCESS TO PROPER CARE

$13.9B

NEEDED, WITH CHRONIC HUMANITARIAN FUNDING GAP

1 IN 3

CHILDREN ARE MALNOURISHED, WITH RISING NCD’S AND FREQUENT DISEASE OUTBREAKS

 

The Stanford Med | MENA Health Program is committed to bridging the gaps.

Building a Healthier Future for the MENA region.

The alarming statistics reflect the urgent healthcare crisis facing the MENA region. High-quality, rigorous health research is often sparse, and national policy frameworks struggle to effectively prioritize, coordinate, and implement impactful health interventions. This results in a shortage of data-driven, time-sensitive responses to pressing health issues, compounded by a lack of specialized training and continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Stanford Med | MENA Health Program is committed to bridging these critical gaps in healthcare access, quality, and resilience. Through innovative solutions, targeted training, and robust advocacy, we aim to address the unique health needs of MENA communities and foster a sustainable, data-driven healthcare system.

THE VISION

To build the largest internationally-recognized program at Stanford University School of Medicine dedicated to creating a predictive healthcare system powered by data and local expertise, systematically addressing the health needs of MENA communities through advanced research, workforce development, and resilient health systems.

COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH & INNOVATION

  • Tackle regional challenges like mental health through collaborative research and interventions

  • Apply Stanford’s AI, digital health, and biotech expertise to create tailored solutions

  • Use advanced analytics to identify trends and optimize regional health strategies

OUR OFFERINGS

REGIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING & TRANING

  • Build health professionals’ skills through specialized education and training

  • Access to Stanford’s MOOCs on key health topics with regional language and cultural adaptations for MENA audiences

  • Facilitate collaboration through programs with MENA health professionals

POLICY & ADVOCACY

  • Develop evidence-based policies specific to regional needs

  • Raise awareness and drive international focus on regional health challenges

  • Secure funding for urgent humanitarian health crises