Through the eyes of Tsinghua youths, the “Frontline Observations” series shares first-hand stories from international events that bring Tsinghua to the global stage, capturing the voices and reflections of youths as they engage with the challenges of our time.

The 5th World Health Forum, hosted by Tsinghua University and organized by the Vanke School of Public Health, shines a light on the theme "Climate Change and Health: Responsibility, Governance, and a Shared Future for Mankind".

Marking ten years since the Paris Agreement, the forum brought together nearly 400 experts and leaders from 22 countries — including voices from the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), and many prestigious international universities. Through open dialogue and shared ideas, participants explored how innovation, good governance, and global cooperation can connect climate action with better health, paving the way toward a greener and more sustainable future for everyone.

The opening ceremony of the forum

The forum features four main sessions. Let's follow Tsinghua student reporters to revisit the highlights from these four inspiring sessions!

Plenary Session I 

Global Health Governance Under Climate Change: Restructuring Responsibilities and Collaborative Actions

Experts and leaders from around the world came together to explore how climate change is transforming the future of global health. Through heartfelt speeches and open conversations, they spoke about the need for shared responsibility, stronger governance, and genuine cooperation to tackle these growing challenges. The session ended with a powerful call to action — to stand together for a healthier, fairer, and more resilient world.

 Plenary Session II 

Decoding the Climate Health Crisis: Scientific Evidence and Risk Assessments

The session brought together experts to talk about how climate change and extreme weather are already affecting people's health — and what we can do about it. They shared inspiring stories of communities adapting to new challenges, showing how innovation and teamwork make a difference. From clean energy to stronger healthcare systems, the message was clear: a healthier planet means healthier people.

 Plenary Session III 

Climate Health Governance: Educational Cooperation and Academic Innovation

Plenary Session III looked at how education and innovation can inspire the next generation to take on the challenges where climate and health meet. Experts and educators from around the world shared ideas on building learning networks, creating forward-looking programs, and nurturing young leaders. The session also highlighted international education programs in the field of health, showing how research and practice can work together to promote human health.

 Youth Forum 

Climate Health Governance: Working Together for a Sustainable Future

The Youth Forum empowered young leaders to take action in climate health governance. Participants discussed how extreme weather and pollution impact human health, shared innovative research and technologies such as climate health apps and early warning systems, and exchanged experiences from developing countries. The forum also encouraged collaboration among young scholars, activists, and policymakers to build a more resilient and sustainable future.

By telling the stories of climate change and health, Tsinghua youths help  bring global conversations closer to the public. Let's continue to move forward hand in hand, for a shared future and a better world.