The WaterLight Save Initiative (WSI) has launched the IHEAL Blueprint, a transformative framework designed to address social inequalities through inclusive, sustainable development practices.
It was held on the margins of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar. The high-level event convened global leaders, diaspora investors, and grassroots advocates to explore practical paths for implementation.
During the unveiling and official launch, a short documentary introduced the IHEAL Blueprint’s eight pillars, emphasizing access to clean water, healthcare, education, and livelihoods.
Showcased WSI’s impact across the world and the urgent need for the implementation of the IHEAL Blueprint. Following which, reflections were given by Dr. Prince Ero Ibhafidon (Founder /CEO of WSI), Her Excellency Professor Olufolake Abdulrazaq, Hon. Shina Peller, Madam Oghogho Musa, Ms. Nesrin Comert, and Mr. Ajay Wasserman, calling for blended financing, community-led storytelling, and cross-sector collaboration.
Similarly, the event featured an expert panel facilitated by Mrs. Maria A. Dada. The panel featured Mr. Shadeed Abdul-Salaam, Ms. Zarin H. Fadaei Obe, Mr. John Erwich, and Honorable (Dr.) Shina Abiola Peller, whose expertise spanned across sustainable development, advocacy, finance and media respectively.
However, discussions were aimed at forging a path through which the IHEAL Blueprint can move from vision to action.
The event concluded with a call-to-action by Chantel Francois, urging governments, media, and international organizations to support the IHEAL Blueprint to meet the SDGs and heal communities worldwide through social equity.
