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Guidance on the call for nominations for the European

Environment and Health Task Force Bureau

Where can I find a

description of the

Bureau's roles and

responsibilities?

The roles and responsibilities of the Bureau and its officers (Chair and Co-

Chair) are outlined in Chapter V of the Rules of Procedure of the European

Environment and Health Task Force (EHTF), as adopted at the 14th EHTF

meeting (26–27 June 2024, Utrecht, Netherlands).

Why consider joining

the Bureau?

Being part of the Bureau allows a country to:

• Play a more active role and contribute to shaping the EHTF agenda

and, in turn, the broader environment and health agenda in the

WHO European Region.

• Show commitment to international cooperation and enhance its

visibility on the international stage.

• Strengthen collaboration with other countries and organizations.

• Advocate for national priorities in the European Environment and

Health Process (EHP).

What is the Bureau

expected to do?

The Bureau members will support the EHTF and collaborate closely with the

EHP Secretariat to shape and guide the EHTF programme of work, help

prepare EHTF and Bureau meetings, propose initiatives for the EHTF, and

support the follow-up of meetings’ outcomes.

How does the Bureau

work?

The Bureau works mostly virtually, through online email exchanges and

virtual meetings, usually held twice a year to prepare for EHTF meetings and

follow up on them. During the preparation of Ministerial Conferences, the

Bureau may meet more frequently to support the drafting and negotiation

of the Conference declaration, as well as the preparation and development

of its programme.

What is the

composition of the

Bureau?

The Bureau consists of (ref. Rule 14):

• 8 to 14 Member States representatives, including the Chair, Co-

Chair, and immediate past Chair as ex-officio members.

• One representative from UNECE and one from UNEP.

• One representative from youth organizations.

• Two representatives from recognized EHP stakeholders (as per Rule

1.2).

The list of EHTF members and EHP stakeholders' representatives is available

for your review on the WHO public website: https://shorturl.at/XzS6c

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What is the working

language of the EHTF

Bureau?

The EHTF Bureau operates in English (ref. Rule 30).

Are there financial

obligations for Bureau

members?

There are no financial obligations for this position, however, members

interested in supporting resources mobilization or providing in-kind or

financial contributions to the work of the EHP, including by hosting EHTF and

Bureau meetings or the next Ministerial Conference in their countries, are

warmly encouraged to express their interest and consider their possibilities

to contribute.

Are Bureau members

entitled to receive

any compensation for

their commitment?

No, Bureau members are expected to serve on a pro-bono basis. For

members from countries eligible for financial support - and subject to the

availability of resources - it may be possible to cover travel costs for in-

person meetings. In all other cases, Bureau members are expected to cover

any travel costs related to their role, such as attending Bureau or EHTF

meetings in person.

When will the new

Bureau be elected?

The new Bureau is expected to be elected at the 15th EHTF meeting (virtual,

17 June 2025), following Rules 15.1 and 15.6, for a two-year term

(2025−2027).

Who will be elected

to the Bureau?

At its 15th meeting, the EHTF will elect:

• The Chair of EHTF - The current Co-Chair, Prof. Raquel Duarte

Davidson (health sector, United Kingdom), is expected to assume

this role (ref. Report of the fourteenth meeting of the EHTF, para.

65).

• The Co-Chair of EHTF - The incoming co-Chair should represent the

environment sector.

• The outgoing Chair, Ms Brigit Staatsen (environment sector,

Netherlands (Kingdom of the)) will remain as ex-officio member of

the Bureau (ref. Rule 16.3).

• Bureau members from Member States.

• A youth representative.

• Two EHP stakeholders.

What is the process

for submitting a

nomination?

Member States and EHP stakeholders are invited to submit their

nominations, including a short biography and a brief statement of

motivation, using the short online form available here:

https://extranet.who.int/dataformv6/index.php/373488?lang=en

Nominations may also be submitted by email.

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Members currently serving on the Bureau who wish to be re-elected for the

next two-year term must also submit their nominations.

What is the deadline

for nominations?

Nominations must be submitted no later than 9 May 2025.

What are the criteria

for the Bureau

election?

In the election of Bureau members representing Member States,

consideration will be given to ensuring a balanced representation of the

environment and health sectors, geographic diversity, and a broad range of

experience and expertise.

How will the

nominations be

reviewed?

The EHP Secretariat will compile all the nominations received by the

deadline and present them to the EHTF for review and decision no later than

10 June 2025.

In case of further

questions

Please contact EHP Secretariat at [email protected].

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Guidance on the call for nominations for the European

Environment and Health Task Force Bureau

Where can I find a

description of the

Bureau's roles and

responsibilities?

The roles and responsibilities of the Bureau and its officers (Chair and Co-

Chair) are outlined in Chapter V of the Rules of Procedure of the European

Environment and Health Task Force (EHTF), as adopted at the 14th EHTF

meeting (26–27 June 2024, Utrecht, Netherlands).

Why consider joining

the Bureau?

Being part of the Bureau allows a country to:

• Play a more active role and contribute to shaping the EHTF agenda

and, in turn, the broader environment and health agenda in the

WHO European Region.

• Show commitment to international cooperation and enhance its

visibility on the international stage.

• Strengthen collaboration with other countries and organizations.

• Advocate for national priorities in the European Environment and

Health Process (EHP).

What is the Bureau

expected to do?

The Bureau members will support the EHTF and collaborate closely with the

EHP Secretariat to shape and guide the EHTF programme of work, help

prepare EHTF and Bureau meetings, propose initiatives for the EHTF, and

support the follow-up of meetings’ outcomes.

How does the Bureau

work?

The Bureau works mostly virtually, through online email exchanges and

virtual meetings, usually held twice a year to prepare for EHTF meetings and

follow up on them. During the preparation of Ministerial Conferences, the

Bureau may meet more frequently to support the drafting and negotiation

of the Conference declaration, as well as the preparation and development

of its programme.

What is the

composition of the

Bureau?

The Bureau consists of (ref. Rule 14):

• 8 to 14 Member States representatives, including the Chair, Co-

Chair, and immediate past Chair as ex-officio members.

• One representative from UNECE and one from UNEP.

• One representative from youth organizations.

• Two representatives from recognized EHP stakeholders (as per Rule

1.2).

The list of EHTF members and EHP stakeholders' representatives is available

for your review on the WHO public website: https://shorturl.at/XzS6c

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What is the working

language of the EHTF

Bureau?

The EHTF Bureau operates in English (ref. Rule 30).

Are there financial

obligations for Bureau

members?

There are no financial obligations for this position, however, members

interested in supporting resources mobilization or providing in-kind or

financial contributions to the work of the EHP, including by hosting EHTF and

Bureau meetings or the next Ministerial Conference in their countries, are

warmly encouraged to express their interest and consider their possibilities

to contribute.

Are Bureau members

entitled to receive

any compensation for

their commitment?

No, Bureau members are expected to serve on a pro-bono basis. For

members from countries eligible for financial support - and subject to the

availability of resources - it may be possible to cover travel costs for in-

person meetings. In all other cases, Bureau members are expected to cover

any travel costs related to their role, such as attending Bureau or EHTF

meetings in person.

When will the new

Bureau be elected?

The new Bureau is expected to be elected at the 15th EHTF meeting (virtual,

17 June 2025), following Rules 15.1 and 15.6, for a two-year term

(2025−2027).

Who will be elected

to the Bureau?

At its 15th meeting, the EHTF will elect:

• The Chair of EHTF - The current Co-Chair, Prof. Raquel Duarte

Davidson (health sector, United Kingdom), is expected to assume

this role (ref. Report of the fourteenth meeting of the EHTF, para.

65).

• The Co-Chair of EHTF - The incoming co-Chair should represent the

environment sector.

• The outgoing Chair, Ms Brigit Staatsen (environment sector,

Netherlands (Kingdom of the)) will remain as ex-officio member of

the Bureau (ref. Rule 16.3).

• Bureau members from Member States.

• A youth representative.

• Two EHP stakeholders.

What is the process

for submitting a

nomination?

Member States and EHP stakeholders are invited to submit their

nominations, including a short biography and a brief statement of

motivation, using the short online form available here:

https://extranet.who.int/dataformv6/index.php/373488?lang=en

Nominations may also be submitted by email.

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Members currently serving on the Bureau who wish to be re-elected for the

next two-year term must also submit their nominations.

What is the deadline

for nominations?

Nominations must be submitted no later than 9 May 2025.

What are the criteria

for the Bureau

election?

In the election of Bureau members representing Member States,

consideration will be given to ensuring a balanced representation of the

environment and health sectors, geographic diversity, and a broad range of

experience and expertise.

How will the

nominations be

reviewed?

The EHP Secretariat will compile all the nominations received by the

deadline and present them to the EHTF for review and decision no later than

10 June 2025.

In case of further

questions

Please contact EHP Secretariat at [email protected].