CPS Recognized as a WHO Collaborative Centre
The Centre for Patient Safety (CPS) has been at the forefront to ensure that every patient receives care that is effective, reliable, and free from harm. Guided by the belief that no patient should suffer because of unsafe care, the Centre works across disciplines to build safer systems, train healthcare professionals, and promote a culture of safety in healthcare settings.
We are proud to share that the Centre has now been designated as a World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre for Patient Safety, joining a global network of institutions dedicated to strengthening healthcare systems and promoting safer practices worldwide.
This prestigious designation recognizes AKU’s long-standing efforts to improve patient safety through education, research, and system-level change. As a WHO Collaborating Centre, CPS will work closely with WHO and partner institutions around the world to advance the science and practice of patient safety, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Objectives of the Collaboration:
Through this collaboration, the Centre will:
• Support WHO in conducting research on the implementation of patient safety evaluations and solutions relevant to low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
• Assist WHO and its member states in developing capacity for conducting patient safety research.
• Support WHO in operating a quality and patient safety collaborative focused on implementing patient safety research initiatives in LMICs.
This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our mission to create safer health systems and reduce preventable harm. By sharing evidence, building capacity, and supporting global learning, we aim to contribute to better healthcare outcomes for all.
Watch how this collaboration will help make care safer for every patient.
