Antimicrobial Resistance

World AMR Awareness Week | 18-24 November 2024 

GET INVOLVED IN WAAW THIS YEAR! 

The theme for the World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) 2024 is “Educate. Advocate. Act now.”
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a pressing global health and socioeconomic crisis. It has significant impacts on human and animal health, food production and the environment. Drug-resistant-pathogens pose a threat to everyone, everywhere. Yet, much more can be done to raise public and stakeholder awareness.  Therefore, this year’s theme calls on the global community to educate stakeholders on AMR, advocate for bold commitments and take concrete actions in response to AMR. The 2024 UNGA High-level Meeting on AMR and the fourth Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on AMR, for instance, provide a critical window of opportunity for political and financial commitments as well as increased accountability in response to AMR. Stronger political leadership, advocacy and accountability are needed at all levels and the time to act is now.

Check out the 2024 Campaign Guide for inspiration on how to get involved!

Available in six languages:

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More campaign materials available here!

World AMR Awareness Week is a global campaign that aims to raise awareness and encourage action among One Health stakeholders to tackle the emergence and spread of drug-resistant pathogens. Various events and activities are held worldwide from November 18 to 24 to celebrate World AMR Awareness Week.

Key messages


By promoting good practices like biosecurity, hygiene, and vaccination in animal and plant health, we can reduce the need for antimicrobials and safeguard our food systems. 

A One Health approach is the key to tackling AMR. The interconnectedness of human, animal, plant, and environmental health demands that we work together across sectors and borders to protect antimicrobials and preserve health for all. 

The second Political Declaration on AMR reaffirms the urgent need for coordinated global action to address AMR across all sectors, recognizing the vital role of agrifood systems in this effort. FAO is committed to support countries through RENOFARM and InFARM endorsed by countries.

What can we do to help reduce the need for antimicrobials and minimize the emergence of AMR?

Strengthen infection prevention and control in health facilities, farms and food industry premises

 

Ensure access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene, and vaccines

Implement best practices in food and agricultural production to reduce the need for antimicrobials through initiatives such as RENOFARM.

Minimize pollution and ensure proper waste and sanitation management

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