External Affairs Basics
What does “EA” stand for in IFMSA?
External Affairs
What is advocacy?
The act of raising issues, proposing solutions, and influencing change.
What is a stakeholder?
A person, group, or organization with a vested interest in a project or decision.
What does global engagement mean?
Actively participating in global discussions on human rights, peace, and health.
In one phrase, what does EA represent?
The vision, priorities, concerns, and beliefs of IFMSA students in global and regional discussions.
Why do we advocate within IFMSA?
To raise issues to global agendas, build support, and promote human rights and peace.
In IFMSA terms, what are “external stakeholders”?
Individuals or organizations outside IFMSA who affect or are affected by its work.
Name one type of event where IFMSA engages globally.
Conferences, UN meetings, or health summits.
Why is External Affairs important for IFMSA?
It ensures effective dissemination of information and connects internal work with the global health landscape.
Name two advocacy strategies.
Lobbying, social marketing, information and education, or community organizing.
What is the purpose of stakeholder mapping?
To identify, understand, and strategize engagement with key stakeholders.
Why is it important for youth to participate in global health spaces?
To ensure youth perspectives influence policies and global decision-making.
Name the guiding documents for EA work in IFMSA.
Policy Documents
What is the main goal of advocacy?
To influence policies, decisions, and actions that create positive change.
Name two elements analyzed during stakeholder mapping.
Influence vs. interest, or stakeholder needs vs. goals.
How can capacity building strengthen collaboration?
It empowers participants with skills and knowledge for sustainable impact.
What ensures EA strategies are relevant to current health needs?
Alignment with global and regional priorities.
List the main steps in the advocacy process.
Identify the issue → Gather evidence → Plan → Act → Evaluate.
List four steps in the stakeholder mapping process.
1. Identify stakeholders, 2. Map, 3. Analyze (importance, commitment, goals), 4. Develop strategy.
What is one benefit of maintaining consistent communication with partners?
Builds trust and prevents misunderstandings.