The EU Solidarity Talks “Kapuściński Series” brings EU humanitarian aid and civil protection experts directly to university campuses across Europe. Named in honour of renowned journalist Ryszard Kapuściński, the series continues his legacy of bearing witness to global crises and amplifying voices from the frontlines.
As part of its tour through Europe, the Kapuściński Series will make a stop in Germany at LMU Munich. The Munich edition will focus on EU Solidarity in Action: Strengthening Access to Healthcare in Emergencies Across Asia and the Pacific, bringing together experts and the university community for a discussion with students on this important aspect of humanitarian action.
The event is organised by the European Commission’s Department for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations in cooperation with Deutsche Welle and hosted by the LMU University Hospital (Institute of Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Teaching & Training Unit), LMU, and the CIHLMU Center for International Health.
The panel will bring together the following speakers:
Panellists:
- Dr Marie Benner, EU Humanitarian Aid
- Afghan health worker (joining online)
- Dr Maria Delius, LMU University Hospital
- Dr Rayan Korri, LMU University Hospital
Moderator: Stefanie Suren, Deutsche Welle (DW)
Opening remarks: Professor Dr. med. Markus M. Lerch, Medical Director, Chairman of the Executive Board, LMU University Hospital Munich
The event will be held in English. We look forward to welcoming you to this engaging discussion.
