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The mission of the External Relations and Governing Bodies
(EGB) Cluster is to build and reinforce partnerships and alliances
for health. Strong alliances are essential to the development of a
more dynamic and influential organization. Key partners are
Member States, international and regional organizations, civil
society, the private sector and the media.
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The work of the EGB Cluster focuses on:
• Establishing and nurturing partnerships and promoting liaison
and cooperation with outside bodies to highlight the critical role
of health in development;
Identifying and facilitating the mobilization of critically needed
financial resources. This includes renewed efforts in the public
sector and more intensive, creative collaboration with the private
sector;
Supporting the effective working of the Executive Board and
the Health Assembly, and providing high quality translation services;
Promoting coherence and cohesiveness in the work of the Organization
across Geneva Clusters, Regional Offices and Country
Offices, particularly in the area of technical cooperation with
Member States.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
endeavours to make people healthier and safer domestically and
abroad. As the leading federal agency protecting the health and
safety of persons living in the United States and citizens travelling
abroad, the CDC works with partners in the United States and
the international community in general to put science into action
through reliable information to enhance health decisions;
developing and advocating sound public health policy;
implementing prevention and preparedness strategies;
promoting healthy behaviour; fostering safe and healthful
environments, and providing leadership and training.