Roadmap for Establishing an Independent Panel for Evidence for Action against Antimicrobial Resistance (IPEA)

Summary of the IPEA Roadmap (10 Lines)

1. Objective: Establish the Independent Panel for Evidence for Action against AMR (IPEA) in 2025, following the 79th UNGA Political Declaration.
2. Background: AMR threatens global health, food security, and economies, requiring coordinated, science-driven responses.
3. Need for IPEA: Policymakers need robust, interdisciplinary scientific evidence; IPEA will fill gaps and guide action.
4. Consultative Process: A structured, inclusive approach will ensure transparency and stakeholder engagement.
5. Landscape Analysis (Jan-Apr 2025): Review existing science-policy panels to inform IPEA’s structure and governance.
6. Stakeholder Engagement (Jan-May 2025): Map key stakeholders, develop strategies, and conduct consultations.
7. Written Inputs & Governance Model (Feb-Sep 2025): Collect input to draft governance documents and a multi-year work plan.
8. Operational Framework (May-Sep 2025): Develop guidelines on scientific assessments, data collection, and policy recommendations.
9. Finalization & Launch (May-Dec 2025): Finalize framework and launch IPEA at a high-level UN event.
10. Funding & Communication (2025): Mobilize resources, engage stakeholders, and implement outreach strategies.