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A round-up of the latest news and insights from EMMS International


Amrita’s Story: A lifelong commitment to a Nepal where all people can live and die with dignity
From a three-day basic introduction to palliative care course at Patan Hospital in Central Nepal to Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, Amrita Shrestha’s journey has been driven by a lifelong commitment to ensure that people living with serious illness receive compassionate, dignified, and person-centred care. Amrita Shrestha, Head of Palliative Care at Green Pastures Hospital, was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh Amri


EMMS joins First Minister in welcoming Malawi, Rwanda and Zambia to Scotland for Games
EMMS CEO, Cathy Ratcliff, was pleased to join First Minister John Swinney in welcoming Commonwealth Games athletes from Malawi, Rwanda and Zambia at an event in Glasgow ahead of the opening ceremony of the Games on 23 July. EMMS has long-standing relationships with partners in all three of the Africa nations, including recent work in building the health workforce, developing palliative care services, and delivering resilient, cost saving hospital infrastructure. Sustaining an


The soft power of international relationships built through aid should not be underestimated
The importance of the soft power of international development should is critically important for global security
Welcoming Two New Directors to EMMS International
EMMS International is delighted to welcome two new members of staff to the organisation: Elaine Mulcahy, Director of Communications, and Vanessa Rhazali, Director of Fundraising. Elaine and Vanessa join EMMS International with a wealth of experience in their respective fields and a shared commitment to work that improves lives and strengthens communities. Their appointments come at an important time for the organisation, and we are excited about the leadership, insight and ex
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