IFMSA-Jo Programs
Centralized streams connect national and Local Committee activities under shared focus areas, objectives and target populations.
About IFMSA-Jo Programs
IFMSA-Jo Programs are centralized streams of activities organized by National and Local Committees.
They address problems within defined fields that medical students and global-health advocates stand up for, connecting local, national and international activities and opportunities that contribute to shared outcomes.
Current programs
Six national program streams
Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
The Gender-Based Violence program works to improve access to healthcare-related services and the quality of life of GBV fighters and survivors. The program uses the terms fighters and survivors to emphasize dignity, agency and support for people of every gender and age who have experienced or are experiencing gender-based violence.
View programSCOPHHealth Systems
Jordan's health systems are built on collaboration among public institutions, military and university hospitals, the private sector and international partners. Together, these sectors work to manage limited resources efficiently while maintaining service delivery across the country.
View programSCOMEEssential Medical Skills
Essential Medical Skills provides learning opportunities through educational activities, competency-based training and workshops with academic quality assurance.
View programSCORPHumanitarian Relief
Human-rights violations occur in every region of the world, and many people face violence, abuse, unfair treatment or restrictions on fundamental freedoms. Sustainable change begins by helping people understand their rights and equipping future health professionals to protect them.
View programSCOREMedical Research Skills
The Medical Research Skills program improves the knowledge and practical abilities of medical students in research. It serves beginners and more advanced students while aiming to reduce the skills gap so that all participants can progress toward confident, advanced research practice.
View programSCOPHMental Health
Mental health is a vital part of overall wellbeing and an inseparable component of health. Jordan was selected as the first country to implement the World Health Organization's Mental Health Gap Action Programme (mhGAP), reflecting both the urgency of the issue and the opportunity for meaningful intervention.
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