Turkey's Pandemic Management: Lessons from COVID-19 Response Event, 14.Jul.2025

Course Description

This 5-day course examines Turkey's approach to managing the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants will explore the country's risk management strategies, healthcare policies, and crisis communication methods. The course provides valuable insights into effective pandemic response and preparedness techniques.

Learning Objectives

• Analyze Turkey's risk management strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Evaluate the effectiveness of Turkey's healthcare policies and infrastructure
• Examine crisis communication methods employed by Turkish authorities
• Identify lessons learned and best practices for future pandemic preparedness
• Develop skills in interdisciplinary pandemic response planning

Course Modules

Day 1: Overview of Turkey's Pandemic Response

• Initial response and early measures
• Establishment of the scientific committee
• Timeline of key events and policy decisions
• Comparison with other countries' responses

Day 2: Risk Management and Healthcare Strategies

• Turkey's healthcare system capacity and adaptations
• Testing, tracing, and isolation measures
• Vaccine procurement and distribution strategies
• Management of healthcare resources

Day 3: Public Health Measures and Social Policies

• Lockdown strategies and their implementation
• Social distancing and mask policies
• Economic support measures for citizens and businesses
• Education system adaptations

Day 4: Crisis Communication and Public Engagement

• Government communication strategies
• Role of media in pandemic management
• Public trust and compliance with measures
• Addressing misinformation and conspiracy theories

Day 5: Lessons Learned and Future Preparedness

• Successes and challenges in Turkey's pandemic management
• Long-term impacts on healthcare and social systems
• Improving pandemic preparedness plans
• International cooperation in global health crises

Practical Wins for Participants

• Develop a comprehensive pandemic response plan based on Turkey's experience
• Gain skills in crisis communication and public engagement strategies
• Learn to adapt healthcare systems for rapid response to infectious disease outbreaks
• Enhance ability to coordinate interdisciplinary teams during health emergencies