ReAct - Action on Antibiotic Resistance

Youth, World Health Assembly #WHA79 and Global Action Plan on AMR As the next Global Action Plan on AMR is to be adopted at the World Health Assembly next week, we must ensure it works for everyone. For youth, following this process matters. -From WHA to communities: Policy must reach the ground level to be effective. -Bridging the gap: Youth can help translate policy into community action. -Meaningful impact: Real engagement helps protect the most vulnerable populations. Meaningful youth engagement is an important part of the AMR response. Read full text here👇: reactgroup.org/news-and-views… #AMR

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global challenge that needs local solutions In 2025 @WHO launched the Civil Society Task Force on AMR to strengthen global engagement. This initiative is built to bridge the gap between high-level strategies and community realities. Key highlights: -Empowers civil society to contribute effectively to the fight against AMR. -Amplifies voices of vulnerable populations in policy discussions. -ReAct serves as Co-Chair, bringing 20 years of expertise to the table. -Constitutes of 81 members from civil society. 👉Read the full story here: reactgroup.org/news-and-views… #AMR #OneHealth

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It’s #WorldHandHygieneDay! What’s the single most effective way to prevent infections? 👉 Hand hygiene Practicing good hand hygiene and #HandWashing helps reduce the spread of pathogens and tackle #AntibioticResistance (#AMR). Clean hands save lives. 🙌

The importance of local leadership in addressing AMR In the Jahangirpuri slum in New Delhi, India, we saw the power of local engagement. While campaigns build awareness, the foundation is everyday local action. Through the React Asia Pacific Antibiotic Smart Community initiative, local women are proving that leadership begins at home. Here’s what we learned: Prevention is key: Access to water, hygiene, and sanitation helps reduce antibiotic use. Context matters: Poverty and gender roles shape how medicines are used. Empowerment works: Local voices share knowledge. 👉 Read the full story here: reactgroup.org/news-and-views… Do you think local action is the heart of global health? ❤ #AMR #OneHealth

Vaccines play a critical role in efforts to address antibiotic resistance During World Immunization Week 2026, we reflect on how vaccines protect us throughout life. The connection between immunization and antibiotic resistance is direct: -Fewer infections lead to decreased need for antibiotics. -Reduced antibiotic use leads to slower development of resistance. Antibiotic resistance is not just about treating infections. It is about preventing them in the first place. This is why prevention must remain at the top of the global health agenda #WorldImmunizationWeek #VaccinesWork

Join the ReAct Africa AMR Conference 2026 Across the ReAct network, we organise key meetings and activities to address antimicrobial resistance. This July, our African node will host the ReAct Africa AMR Conference 2026, bringing together leaders shaping Africa’s response to antimicrobial resistance, from policy to community-level action. This conference is the leading platform on AMR in the African region, with attendance from over 40 African countries last year. 🎯 Early Bird Registration: $160 (ends on 30 April) ⬆️ Standard Registration: $200 📍 Lusaka, Zambia | 21–22 July 2026 👇Secure your spot now: web.cvent.com/event/ea305cd4… #AMR #OneHealth #RAAC2026

Last chance: Make your voice heard for Abuja 2026! 🌍 -We are gathering community priorities for the upcoming Abuja AMR Ministerial meeting -Your input ensures global actions reflect local needs -It takes only 8–10 minutes to complete 👇 Take the survey here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #AMR #AbujaMinisterialAMR2026

Make your voice heard for Abuja 2026! 🌍 -We are gathering community priorities for the upcoming Abuja AMR Ministerial meeting -Your input ensures global actions reflect local needs -It takes only 8–10 minutes to complete 👇Take the survey here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #AMR #AbujaMinisterialAMR2026

AMR on the agenda at ESCMID 2026 As ESCMID Global 2026 wraps up in Munich, ReAct  joined one of the key global forums shaping the future of antimicrobial resistance #AMR. Beyond a leading scientific congress, @ESCMID continues to be an important space to exchange across disciplines, from research to policy and implementation. What emerged clearly this year is that AMR remains high on the global agenda, but the context around it is shifting.

Earlier this week, ReAct Europe hosted colleagues from ReAct Africa Network and ITP fellows from Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) for rich discussions on AMR, stakeholder engagement, and communication. Great to meet across regions - insightful talks and a few laughs included! 🫶

Make your voice heard for Abuja 2026! 🌍 -We are gathering community priorities for the upcoming Abuja AMR Ministerial meeting -Your input ensures global actions reflect local needs -It takes only 8–10 minutes to complete 👇 Take the survey here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #AMR #AbujaMinisterialAMR2026

The #GlobalGoals remain our clearest pathway forward and are our roadmap out of crises and for our own survival. Spin the wheel and let's take action together to transform our world 🌎 buff.ly/6ZkxqWY

ReAct is now looking for a visionary and experienced director to lead the work of the ReAct Latin America node. As Director of ReAct Latin America, you set out the direction and have a strong strategic sense for how to best catalyze action on antibiotic resistance at different levels of society in the region, guided by a One Health approach. Learn more and apply: reactgroup.org/news-and-views…

@PharmMaidoki Thank you so much 🙏🏾⭐️

As a pharmacist in Nigeria, community voices on AMR are so important, especially for better antibiotic use and awareness. Let’s make Abuja 2026 count! Thanks @reactgroup, shared in my networks too! 🙏

🌍 Share Your Perspective! COMMUNITIES PRIORITIES SURVEY for the Abuja 2026 AMR Ministerial Meeting 👉 Which AMR priorities should communities and civil society emphasis in Abuja? 🕒 The survey takes just 8–10 minutes to complete. 👉 Share your insights here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… Thank you for sharing your perspective! Please feel free to share widely within your networks. 🙏

🟡5 days left⌛️Join us🙏 Join us on 13th April 👉Global Media Briefing👈 ahead of 5th High Level Ministerial Meeting on #AntimicrobialResistance #AMR 🗓️13 April ⏲️11am Nigeria/ 12pm CEST Register 👇 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #HealthForAll #FoodSecurity #AntibioticResistance

Penicillin transformed medicine by making deadly infections treatable. On #WorldHealthDay, we reflect on its legacy - and the urgent need to protect antibiotics for the future. 🌍💊