Membership
Applications for new members are accepted on an ongoing basis. Institutions and qualifying laboratories must meet specific eligibility requirements to join.
Why Join?
Join a growing community dedicated to advancing public health through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development. By becoming a member, your laboratory/institution will access specialised expertise, robust resources, and valuable opportunities to strengthen its role in public health initiatives.
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Member Benefits
As a member, you and your laboratory will benefit from the following:
Collaboration and Support
- Access to standardised protocols, resources, and training for enhanced capability and readiness to respond to outbreaks.
- Opportunities to participate in collaborative investigations of foodborne disease outbreaks.
Professional Networking
- Regular participation in joint national and regional conference calls, in-person meetings, and conferences to strengthen communication and understanding of policies and regulations.
- A dedicated network of professionals for sharing technical advice, outbreak alerts, and mutual support in public health activities.
Capacity Building
- Training in cutting-edge communication methods, data utilisation tools, and methodological advancements.
- Enhanced readiness for laboratory-led surveillance and outbreak investigations.
Quality Assurance
- Participation in quality assurance and quality control programs to maintain high standards in laboratory operations.
Technical Expertise
- Technical guidance on emerging technologies and methodologies that may be implemented within the network.
- Collaborative data sharing to identify and track disease outbreaks through genetic subtyping methods and other advanced tools.
Global Impact
- Opportunities to collaborate across borders to tackle regional and global challenges in foodborne disease surveillance.
How to Apply
Submit your application through our online form, which collects information about your laboratory or institution, including:
- Contact Details: Name, address, and contact information of the laboratory or institution.
- Institution Overview: Description of the laboratory or institution, including its mission, capabilities, and relevant areas of expertise.
- Research Focus: Specific areas of interest, such as foodborne diseases and enteric pathogens.
- Existing Capacity: Details about current infrastructure, resources, and expertise available for genomic surveillance and outbreak investigations.
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Strengthen your skills, expand your networks, and contribute to safeguarding public health across Africa. Together, we can advance foodborne disease surveillance and tackle public health challenges with innovation and collaboration.