OneSCD: A Global Partnership to Advance Equity and Transform Sickle Cell Care
policy & global goals
When
September 23, 2026 at 3:30 PM – September 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Where
Conference Room 11, United Nations Headquarters
405 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017
Host
Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, UNICEF, WHO, Africa CDC, World Coalition on Sickle Cell Disease, St Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Access
Application required
Why it matters
Nigeria and international health partners launch OneSCD, a collaboration to improve equity in sickle-cell diagnosis and care. The event focuses on newborn screening, stronger national health systems and coordinated support for country-led delivery.
Notes
Virtual participation is available September 23, 3:30–5 pm New York time through St Jude registration. In-person attendance at the UN remains subject to approval and security requirements.