On Tuesday, August 11, 2025, SUPA71 hosted a dynamic internal meeting at its headquarter, bringing together team members from Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia to explore innovative approaches to media engagement in advancing health literacy across Southeast Asia.
The session focused on positioning the media not merely as a channel for disseminating information, but as a strategic partner in promoting accessible, trustworthy, and impactful public health communication. This conversation is especially timely in the context of the ongoing PANDASIA project, supported by the European Union (EU), which seeks to enhance pandemic preparedness and resilience across the region.
We discussed actionable strategies for fostering sustained media collaboration, including building long-term relationships based on trust, co-creating evidence-based health narratives, and ensuring the consistent delivery of clear and culturally relevant messaging. By strengthening ties between researchers and media professionals, SUPA71 aims to bridge the gap between science and society—amplifying the reach and relevance of health information.
Ultimately, the meeting underscored the media’s critical role in not only informing but also inspiring communities—helping shape a more health-literate, pandemic-resilient Southeast Asia through regional cooperation and shared knowledge.
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