One Health and Development Initiative (OHDI)

OUR PROJECTS

Explore our impactful One Health projects below

ANTIMICROBIAL  RESISTANCE (AMR)

We are committed to supporting local and global efforts to mitigate AMR by promoting public awareness and education on AMR, training stakeholders across the One Health spectrum on AMR mitigation practices and antimicrobial stewardship, advancing AMR research, and fostering effective partnerships with community groups, youth groups, government, farmers associations, health workers to deliver AMR interventions.

Sustainable Impact & AMR

A multi-country research initiative developing a Sustainable Impact Resource Guide to strengthen the long-term effectiveness and sustainability of AMR interventions

African Youth for AMR Communications Program

Empowering students and young professionals to become antimicrobial stewards and AMR advocates through capacity building, risk communication, and youth-led community initiatives

AMR Research

Evaluating stakeholder knowledge, actions, and achievements in combating AMR in African countries, and conducting independent analyses of NAP implementations to inform evidence-based action and policy

ZOONOSES &  HEALTH SECURITY

Zoonotic and vector-borne diseases now make up most emerging health threats, and OHDI addresses their spread through community education, operational research, strengthened multisectoral health systems, and support for International Health Regulations–aligned surveillance, preparedness, and response.

Disease Prevention, Surveillance & Response

Strengthening community-based prevention, surveillance, and rapid reporting of zoonotic and vector-borne diseases through awareness programs, digital tools (RORE, OHS, hotline), and coordinated response efforts.

Research on Zoonoses & Emerging Threats

Advancing operational and implementation research on zoonotic diseases, vector-borne diseases, and emerging infectious threats to inform evidence-based policies and interventions.

ANIMAL WELFARE  & SUSTAINABLE FOOD  SYSTEMS

OHDI promotes humane animal care and climate-smart, food-safe agricultural practices that improve animal wellbeing, strengthen sustainable production systems, and support healthier communities and ecosystems.

AFIWEL Program

A pan-African initiative promoting ethical aquaculture and sustainable fish production systems to improve welfare, food safety, and livelihoods across Africa.

POWELS Program:

A national program promoting welfare-driven and sustainable poultry farming to improve animal well-being, safer food, environmental sustainability, and livelihoods in Nigeria

Animal Welfare Education, Research & Policy

Advancing animal welfare in Africa through implementation research, education, and support for governments, industry, and communities to develop and implement inclusive animal welfare policy and legal frameworks

CONSERVATION AND CLIMATE ACTION

OHDI supports biodiversity protection and climate resilience by empowering communities to safeguard wildlife, restore ecosystems, and adopt sustainable practices that reduce environmental degradation and zoonotic risks.

Conservation & Climate Education

Promoting environmental stewardship and resilience by empowering communities to protect and rescue wildlife species, conserving biodiversity, and mitigating climate change through education, advocacy, and sustainable practices

Conservation & Climate Research

Conducting research on biodiversity loss, ecosystem health, and climate-related risks to generate evidence that informs conservation policies, strengthens community resilience, and guides sustainable environmental management.

ONE HEALTH   TECHNOLOGY

OHDI designs and deploys digital and AI-driven tools that enhance access to information, strengthen surveillance and reporting, improve decision-making, and power integrated One Health solutions across human, animal, plant, and environmental health systems.

RORE

An AI-powered digital platform that provides instant, reliable answers and guidance across human, animal, plant, and environmental health domains, helping users access verified information, report issues, and connect with professional support.

S.A.F.E

Advancing Sustainable, Affordable, Food-Safe, and Ethical (S.A.F.E.) standards for livestock and crop production to promote healthier, more sustainable food systems and improved livelihoods

One Health Surveillance

The OHS platform integrates data and intelligence across human, animal, plant, and environmental health sectors to enhance early detection, reporting, and response to diseases and emerging health threats, supporting evidence-based decision-making and global health security

Animal Welfare Courses

An online learning platform that equips farmers, veterinarians, and animal care professionals with knowledge and skills on global animal welfare standards and best practices, supporting their adoption and implementation across Africa

ONE HEALTH   COMMUNITIES

OHDI builds inclusive global communities of students, professionals, and local stakeholders by providing learning platforms, mentorship, creative engagement, and collaborative networks that strengthen One Health education, advocacy, and community-led action across sectors and regions.

One Health Resources

A global knowledge and collaboration platform that curates and shares research, news, opportunities, and innovations in the global One Health space, fostering learning, connection, and collaboration among One Health professionals, researchers, and institutions worldwide.

One Health Ambassadors Program

A global youth program empowering students and professionals to lead education, advocacy, and community action on One Health using OHDI’s digital platforms.

Arts for One Health

Leveraging creative expression to raise global awareness and education on One Health through photo competitions, exhibitions, and other artistic showcases that highlight the interconnectedness of human, animal, plant, and environmental health.