Emma Diggle serves as a Humanitarian Adviser (Health) at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), where she plays a pivotal role in addressing health challenges in crisis-affected regions. With a robust background in international health and epidemiology, Emma specializes in managing outbreaks and epidemics,...
Emma Diggle serves as a Humanitarian Adviser (Health) at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), where she plays a pivotal role in addressing health challenges in crisis-affected regions. With a robust background in international health and epidemiology, Emma specializes in managing outbreaks and epidemics, including cholera, measles, Ebola, tuberculosis, HIV, and malaria. Her expertise is particularly crucial in the context of emergency humanitarian health, where timely interventions can save lives and stabilize communities.
In her current role within the Humanitarian and Stabilisation Operations Team, Emma collaborates closely with the UK Government’s Stabilisation Unit, providing essential humanitarian services and support. Her work involves assessing health needs in emergency settings, designing health promotion initiatives, and implementing community health programs that are responsive to the unique challenges faced by vulnerable populations. Emma's ability to navigate complex health landscapes is enhanced by her skills in reproductive health and health education, ensuring that interventions are not only effective but also culturally sensitive and sustainable.
Key projects under Emma's leadership have included rapid response initiatives to infectious disease outbreaks, where her strategic insights have been instrumental in mobilizing resources and coordinating multi-agency efforts. By leveraging her extensive knowledge of healthcare systems and infectious diseases, Emma contributes to the FCDO’s mission of promoting global health security and resilience. Her commitment to improving health outcomes in the most challenging environments underscores her role as a vital asset in the fight against health crises worldwide.
