Institution

CIRAD

Based in

Vietnam , Hanoi

Languages

English French

Short Bio

Dr. Flavie Goutard is a recognized veterinarian and epidemiologist with over 20 years of experience in infectious disease epidemiology, specializing in community-based surveillance and the One Health approach. Her work emphasizes the development of participatory surveillance systems that empower local communities to actively identify and manage health risks at the human-animal-environment interface, making health systems more resilient and responsive.
Based in Hanoi, Vietnam, Dr. Goutard leads the CIRAD-GREASE research platform and serves as the CIRAD focal point for the PREZODE initiative. She fosters multi-sectoral collaboration to prevent zoonotic diseases and emerging health threats, integrating the perspectives of local communities, scientific experts, and policymakers.
Dr. Goutard is also deeply engaged in science-policy dialogue, advocating for evidence-based policies that reflect the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. Her leadership bridges the gap between research and action, promoting sustainable and inclusive health strategies. Through her interdisciplinary work, she advances the principles of One Health, with a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement, community empowerment, and policy-driven solutions to global health challenges.

Other Expertise

One Health Emerging Diseases Epidemiology Surveillance Training Development Cooperation