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Texas Children's Global Health 26th Texas Children’s Global Health Network Meeting
“Innovating Under Pressure: Creative Solutions Amid Resource Constraints.”
3-7 November 2025
Johannesburg, South Africa
aha-Kopanong Hotel and Conference Centre
Deadline: Friday, July 25, 2025 Clinical Case Submission Now Open!
Submit your most thought-provoking “Chin Scratcher” clinical cases by Friday, July 25, 2025, and help drive cross-site learning and discussion at NWM 2025!
Important Dates*
*These dates are tentative and subject to change.
Date | Event |
| June 26 (Extended) | Deadline: Abstract submission |
| July 25 | Deadline: Clinical Case Submission |
| October 15 | Deadline: Country Update Videos |
| November 3 – 7 | In-person Network Meeting |
About this Conference
The 26th Global Health Network Meeting, hosted by Baylor Black Sea Foundation, invites global health professionals to engage under the theme “Innovating Under Pressure: Creative Solutions Amid Resource Constraints.” This conference aims to foster collaboration, share innovative practices, and highlight advancements in addressing pressing health challenges, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, maternal and child health, non-communicable diseases, and mental health.
Building on past successes, the meeting will feature dynamic workshops, high-impact panel discussions, and research presentations designed to enhance clinical leadership, strengthen healthcare systems, and promote data-driven quality improvement initiatives. With a focus on leveraging limited resources for maximum impact, sessions will explore emerging technologies, creative problem-solving approaches, and interdisciplinary collaboration to address persistent global health challenges.
Participants will have the opportunity to network, exchange knowledge, and contribute to shaping the future of global health, reinforcing the power of collective action to drive sustainable improvements in healthcare worldwide.
Conference Objectives
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Foster Collaboration and Social Connections: Create a platform for professionals to unite, share best practices, and strengthen our collective response to health challenges, while also building social connections and encouraging collaboration across the network.
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Enhance Clinical Leadership: Through workshops and discussions, develop leadership skills among healthcare professionals, focusing on strategic planning and effective team management.
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Explore Nuances in Pediatric HIV Care: Delve into the complexities and latest findings in pediatric HIV treatment and care, fostering a deeper understanding and innovation in treatment strategies.
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Advance Disease Elimination: Share the latest advancements and strategies for eliminating infectious diseases, with special sessions on HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis, aiming for a future free from these health burdens.
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Promote Quality Improvement: Emphasize the importance of quality improvement (QI) initiatives in healthcare settings, encouraging the adoption of best practices to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Target Audience
This activity is a closed conference for select staff of the Texas Children’s Global Health Network and its 9 implementing partners (Fundación Baylor Argentina, Botswana Baylor Trust, Fundación Baylor Colombia, Baylor Foundation Eswatini, Baylor Foundation Lesotho, Baylor Foundation Malawi, Baylor Black Sea Foundation, Baylor Foundation Tanzania, and Baylor Foundation Uganda), focusing on expanding care in HIV, tuberculosis, malnutrition, maternal health, and more. It reflects our commitment as a leading provider of pediatric HIV care and broadened healthcare services.
About Texas Children’s® Global Health Network
The Texas Children’s Global Health Network, in collaboration with Baylor College of Medicine, facilitates a network of affiliated non-governmental organizations (NGOs) across various regions, including Argentina, Botswana, Colombia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Romania, Tanzania, and Uganda. These NGOs manage clinical centers of excellence (COEs) and spearhead technical assistance and capacity-building programs aimed at enhancing healthcare services and outcomes within their respective communities.
About Baylor Black Sea Foundation
Founded in 2001 as the first NGO in the Texas Children’s Global Health Network, Baylor Black Sea Foundation serves Romania’s oldest patient population. Initially focused on HIV care, the Foundation has expanded to include dentistry, gynecology, tuberculosis treatment, hepatitis care, cardiology, dermatology, pulmonology, and family planning services. Psychosocial support and advocacy against medical discrimination remain central to its mission. Additionally, it provides medical aid for refugees and operates The Flower House, a transitional home for homeless young adults, empowering them with independent living skills for a stable future.
Resources
Below, you will find information on the following topics: abstract submission, an explanation of this year's abstract thematic categories, templates & guidance, and frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Option 1: Scientific Research Abstracts
Best suited for: Original research studies using formal research methodology across any discipline.
Scientific Research Abstracts are appropriate for submissions that describe original research with a clearly defined research question, study design, and analysis plan. These projects are typically hypothesis-driven and aim to generate new knowledge or test existing theories. Research may be quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods in nature.
Use this category if:
- Your project involved data collection and formal analysis to answer a specific research question.
- You are presenting novel research findings rather than describing implementation or quality improvement.
- Your work received IRB/ethical approval or was exempt.
These abstracts should contain the following sections:
- Background: Clearly state the purpose and objective of the research, the gap in knowledge being addressed, and the specific research question or aim of the study.
- Methods: Describe the study period, setting and location, study design, study population, data collection, and data analysis used. Were there any ethical considerations/IRB approvals?
- Results: Present the study findings in as much detail as possible, including statistical results or qualitative themes.
- Conclusions: Explain the significance of your findings for clinical care, policy, or future research. Discuss the strengths and limitations of your study and implications for future work.
Option 2: Quality Improvement Abstracts
Best suited for: Projects using quality improvement (QI) methods to improve systems, processes, or outcomes in healthcare delivery.
Quality Improvement Abstracts are designed for projects that apply systematic approaches to assess and enhance professional practice or service delivery. These projects often use iterative cycles of testing and evaluation (e.g., PDSA cycles), and aim to produce local or system-level improvements.
Use this category if:
- Your project focused on improving clinical or operational process, outcome, or system using recognized QI tools or frameworks
- You tested a change idea in a real-world setting and tracked results over time.
- Your goal was to achieve local or institutional change rather than to test a research hypothesis for generalizable knowledge.
These abstracts should contain the following sections:
- Purpose (Why did you start?): Briefly describe the care or service delivery problem being addressed, the local context, the desired improvement, and the aim statement. Include any relevant baseline data.
- Methods (What did you do?): Outline the setting, how the problem was selected, team formation, planning and implementation of the intervention(s) and implementation, and the data collected. Include how measures were defined and tracked.
- Results (What did you find?): Describe what happened during implementation (sequence of events, PDSA cycles [how the interventions and implementation evolved]), number of participants at key points), and success of implementation. Present data as run charts when appropriate. Describe contextual factors that may have impacted results (such as resources, staffing, organizational culture).
- Discussion (What does it mean?): Summarize key findings, particularly strengths, compare to findings of others, limitations, next steps.
Option 3: Program Description Abstracts
Best suited for: Descriptions of innovative programs, activities, or initiatives that address specific needs in clinical care, public health, or health systems in unique or effective ways.
Program Description Abstracts provide an opportunity to share new, adapted, and/or replicable programs that address a specific gap or challenge. These abstracts emphasize program development and implementation, and should include some evaluation component, even if final results/formal evaluation are not yet available. These may include service delivery innovations, training or mentorship programs, advocacy initiatives, piloting a new tool, or other organized programs addressing specific health needs. The focus should be on implementation and real-world outcomes. (Unlike QI Abstracts, which focus on systematic performance improvement using defined QI methods (e.g., PDSA cycles), Program Description Abstracts emphasize implementation and practical insights from real-world experiences, regardless of whether QI tools were used.)
Use this category if:
- Your project describes the design and implementation a program or initiative, along with some evaluation measures
- The project was not conducted as formal research or QI but includes thoughtful analysis of results and lessons learned.
- You want to share best practices and practical insights that could inform similar efforts in other settings.
- The focus is on program design, implementation, and early impact, rather than a measurable improvement aim or iterative testing.
These abstracts should contain the following sections:
- Background: Describe the problem or gap the program addresses. What was the context, and why was this program needed? Clearly state the overall purpose and objectives of the program.
- Description: Provide enough detail about the program’s structure, target population, activities/interventions, and implementation process so that someone else could replicate the program in a similar setting. Include key components such as resources required, team roles, and any adaptations made for the specific context.
- Evaluation and outcomes: Describe how the program’s effectiveness was measured and what impact it had on the target population, What was the intended outcome of the program? How were data collected and analyzed? What were the key findings? While formal outcome data may still be emerging, abstracts should include at least some evaluation measures (e.g., participant feedback, early results, reach, process data, or short-term indicators).
- Lessons learned: Interpret the outcomes. Did you achieve your objectives? Did the program, activity, project adequately address the identified need? Share successes, challenges, and key takeaways. What insights did you gain from implementation? Were there unexpected results? What might others need to know to replicate or adapt your approach? What were the program’s strengths and limitations?
- Next Steps: Explain the significance of your findings and/or outcomes of the program, activity, project towards strengthening care. Describe future directions of the efforts. Discuss plans for future implementation, improvement, scale-up, or continued evaluation. What resources are needed? Could this program be useful in other settings?
- Clinical Excellence (e.g., Mental Health Integration in Patient Care, Health Literacy as a Foundation for Patient Empowerment, Innovations and Differentiated Service Delivery Models, Test-Treat-Link Strategies for Communicable Diseases, and Innovative Models for Chronic Disease Management)
- Technology Innovations for Health System Strengthening
- Quality Improvement Methodologies in Resource-Constrained Settings
- Doing More with Less (e.g., Crisis Response Strategies and Adaptations and Healthcare Worker Resilience)
- Education and Training Innovations for Healthcare Workers
Guidance
- Download the 2025 "Writing High-Quality Quality Improvement Abstracts" Presentation
- Download the "Strengthening Our Shared Learning: Writing Clear, Compelling Abstracts for NWM 2025" Presentation
- Download the "Crafting Strong Workshop Proposals for NWM 2025" Presentation
- Download the "Preparing Your Poster and Oral Presentations for the Network Meeting" Presentation
Templates
Anyone interested in receiving coaching support for preparing their abstracts should sign up using the Abstract Coaching Support application, which may be accessed through the above link. Please note that the deadline to request coaching support is 16 May 2025. This support is designed to help enhance the quality of your submissions by providing personalized feedback and guidance.
Step-by-Step Guide to Submit an Abstract
- Access the Submission Link: Navigate to the Oxford Abstracts platform using the provided submission link for the 26th Global Health Network Meeting.
- Create an Account: Click on the “Create an account” button to start the registration process.
- Continue with Email: Choose the option “Continue with email” to proceed with using your email for registration.
- Enter Your Email and Personal Details: Type in your email address associated with your Foundation/COE, BCM, or TCH (Please use the same email address from previous years, if applicable). Follow this by entering your first and last name.
- Set Up Your Password: Create a password for your account. Make sure that your password includes at least 8 characters, one number, and one letter to meet the security requirements.
- Confirm Your Password: Re-enter your password in the confirmation field to ensure it is correct.
- Finalize Account Creation: Click on “Create account” to complete the setup of your new account.
- Submit Your Abstract: Once your account is successfully created, you will be directed to the submission form. Fill out the form with the necessary details of your abstract and follow any further instructions to submit it for the 25th Global Health Network Meeting.
By following these steps, you will be able to successfully submit your abstract.
Steps to save and complete your submission later:
- Submit Your Progress: Press the "Submit" button to save your current progress. This action saves a draft of your submission. You can return later to complete it.
Return to Dashboard: After saving, return to the main dashboard by visiting https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/dashboard. From there, locate the NWM2025 event and access the event-specific dashboard at https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/dashboard/events/74663.
- Edit Your Submission: On the event-specific dashboard, you will see your existing submission. If submissions are still open for editing, you can make any necessary changes.
- Check for Alerts: If any mandatory fields are incomplete, a pop-up alert will notify you when you attempt to submit. Your submission will be marked as 'incomplete'.
- Complete All Fields: Ensure all mandatory fields are filled out before the final submission deadline to ensure your submission is processed correctly.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to complete a review using the Oxford Abstracts platform:
Step 1: Create an Account and Log In
- Receive an invitation to review abstracts.
- Create an account on the Oxford Abstracts platform.
- Once logged in, your personal dashboard will display the NWM 2025 event.
Step 2: Access Your Assigned Reviews
- Click 'View' on the NWM 2025 event. [Direct link: https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/dashboard/events/74663]
- In the review section, note the number of reviews assigned to you and how many you have completed.
- Click the 'Start reviewing' orange button or select a specific submission from the left-hand menu to begin.
Step 3: Review Submissions
- In the left-hand menu, expand the menu by clicking the blue arrow to see more details about your assigned reviews, including:
- Review deadline
- Review status
- Download button for submissions
- Filter tool to sort submissions
- List of submissions assigned
- Grade summary button
- Click on any submission number or the 'Start reviewing' orange button to proceed with the review.
- Review each submission by answering the questions displayed on the right side of the screen. Mandatory questions are marked with an asterisk.
Step 4: Manage and Submit Reviews
- Use the filter tool to narrow down submissions by Title, Category, Submission Status, or Review Status if needed.
- Download submission data by clicking the download button if you wish to view all assigned reviews externally.
- As you complete reviews, ensure all mandatory questions are answered. A green tick will appear next to the submission in the left-hand menu when completed.
- Navigate between submissions using the 'Next submission' and 'Previous submission' buttons at the bottom right of the screen.
Step 5: Finalize Your Reviews
- Review all your answers; changes are saved automatically, so there is no need for a save button.
- After completing all submissions, ensure all have a green tick indicating completion.
- You may go back and amend any review before the review deadline, even after initial completion.
Note: There will be no notification upon completing a review, so keep track of your progress using the platform's features. Ensure all reviews are finalized before the deadline.