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Keynote

Birthright! A global call to action to protect pregnant women from global heating

Monday 5 October 2026 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM Ballroom 3

About this session

Wellcome and partners will launch a global call to action urging decision-makers to protect women and babies from the health impacts of extreme heat. The call to action will set out three evidence-based recommendations and highlight the people and solutions already making a difference around the world. The evidence is strong enough to act; now we need a global response to meet the scale of the challenge.

Speakers

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Hon. Julia Gillard
27th Prime Minister of Australia
Chair of Wellcome Trust
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Mr. Simon Stiell
Executive Secretary
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
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Hon. Kate Thwaites
Special Envoy for Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience
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Ms. Michelle Isles
Chief Executive
Climate and Health Alliance

Session details

Format
Keynote
Date
Monday 5 October 2026
Time
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Where
Ballroom 3
Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
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Wellcome
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6QK7UQ57
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