The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has announced its ongoing initiatives to provide essential health services to the Libyan population.
According to a statement released by UNSMIL, Assistant Secretary-General, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Libya Georgette Gagnon visited Ghadames General Hospital. During her visit, Gagnon met with healthcare workers and discussed the challenges they face in delivering medical services to everyone in the region.
The statement further detailed, “The United Nations in Libya is collaborating with the government and local healthcare providers, along with community groups, to enhance health services for the benefit of all across Libya.”
This initiative is part of a broader effort by the international community to support Libya in stabilizing and improving its public health infrastructure, ensuring that all Libyans have access to necessary medical care amidst ongoing national challenges.
Earlier, Gagnon attended a crucial meeting in Ghadames. During the meeting, she discussed the peace and sustainable development in Libya.
The session brought together the acting mayor of Ghadames, the municipal council, local community leaders, as well as young people and women, to deliberate on pressing matters affecting the region.
The discussions highlighted the critical need for stability, enhanced transportation infrastructure, and urgent improvements in water systems, healthcare, and education to better serve the local population. Additionally, the meeting focused on addressing the immediate concerns of local farmers and creating more employment opportunities for youth and women.
In a post on the “X” platform, Gagnon said: “I joined the acting mayor of Ghadames, members of the municipal council, local community leaders, and the youth and women in their beautiful city to discuss peace and sustainable development.”
She added: “We discussed the importance of establishing security, the vital role of transportation infrastructure, the need to enhance the efficiency of water systems, healthcare, and education for the residents, and urgent support to address the concerns of local farmers and provide more job opportunities for youth and women.”
Gagnon emphasised the crucial role of the government in supporting sustainable development initiatives across all municipalities, and the efforts of UN agencies and funds in Libya to work with local communities and the government to promote peace and prosperity for all in Libya.
She noted: “It was also my pleasure today to launch the UN’s new strategy in Libya, YouEngage, with the youth of Ghadames, Derj, and Awal. I listened to their ideas and visions for facing the challenges they encounter.”
