We are thrilled to share that Humanitarian U, led by Dr. Kirsten Johnson, MD, MPH, and CEO Miriam Chickering, RN, BSN, NE-BC (learn more about Miriam in Forbes), was featured in the Sixth Emergency Medical Teams Global Meeting report by the World Health Organization (WHO). Both Dr. Johnson and Miriam attended the conference and presented in the final session as Innovation Champion finalists, showcasing Humanitarian U’s AI-assisted Training and Learning Adaptation System (ATLAS). Miriam also presented a poster called ETHOS, which you can find here. This comprehensive report explores the global landscape of health workforce education, highlighting innovative organizations and initiatives, like Humanitarian U, that are shaping the future of learning in the humanitarian and health sectors.
A Proud Moment for Humanitarian U
Within the report (see page 82), Humanitarian U is recognized alongside NextGenU.org as a pioneering online platform offering high-quality, accessible training for humanitarian professionals. The mention reaffirms the growing importance of flexible, scalable, and evidence-based educational solutions in today’s complex emergency environments.
“NextGenU.org and HumanitarianU.org are examples of online learning platforms designed to build capacity among health and humanitarian professionals, offering a wide range of courses and certifications accessible globally.”
— Sixth Emergency Medical Teams Global Meeting report, p. 82
Advancing Accessible Humanitarian Education
At Humanitarian U, our mission is to break down barriers to humanitarian learning, whether geographical, financial, or institutional. We are proud to provide accessible, evidence-based training and certification for individuals and organizations responding to crises worldwide.
This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our community of learners, educators, and partners. Together, we are building a more skilled and resilient humanitarian workforce for the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Explore the Full Report
We encourage our community to read the full report and see the mention on page 82. Access the report here.
Thank you to everyone who has supported Humanitarian U’s mission. We look forward to continuing our work to empower humanitarians everywhere.
About Humanitarian U:
Humanitarian U is a leading platform for online training and certification in the humanitarian sector. Learn more about our programs at humanitarianu.org.
