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Beyond the Outbreak: The Human Realities Behind Ebola Disease Response

This 60‑minute session will explore how Ebola outbreaks affect not only health systems, but also families, communities, and frontline responders. Drawing on MSF's current experience in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the webinar will highlight the importance of trust, dignity, and community engagement in effective outbreak response—and why these lessons matter far beyond DRC.

Discussion topics include:

• Why Ebola response extends beyond clinical and technical interventions

• How infection prevention measures intersect with dignity, caregiving, and cultural practices

• The role of trust and community acceptance in effective outbreak response

• Common misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding Ebola and affected communities

• Current realities faced by MSF teams and communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

• Why these experiences resonate beyond DRC, including in different regions like the Asia‑Pacific contexts