The Camden Public Library is set to host Camden native Elizabeth McLellan, founder and president of Partners for World Health, for a 6:30 p.m. presentation Tuesday, March 28.

This hybrid event that will take place in the Picker Room at the library at 55 Main St., as well as on Zoom.

Partners for World Health is a nonprofit organization in New England that collects discarded medical supplies from healthcare facilities and reprocesses, repackages and ships them to countries and communities in need in Asia and Africa, according to a news release from Julia Sagaser, library programs director.

In addition, the nonprofit runs a medical mission program to six countries a year to provide needed medical services and education to help improve the standard of care. The nonprofit’s mission also lessens the impact on the environment and helps to lower health care costs by reducing disposal fees.

Initially a registered nurse, McLellan has a wealth of experience in nursing administration in the U.S. and abroad. As a healthcare leader, she has demonstrated collaborative leadership, focusing on proactive change and innovative ideas that create a synergy among many.

Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to the importance of giving back.

“We can all make a difference in our world, and all we have to do is try,” said McLellan.

She was recently featured on CNN’s Great Big Story and in the Sustainability Issue of Oprah Magazine. Her efforts to focus on the medical supply chain and how best to direct it to help those less fortunate have resulted in numerous awards and speaking engagements for businesses and healthcare organizations.

To find the Zoom registration link to attend virtually, visit the What’s Happening adult events calendar at librarycamden.org. This program will be recorded and available afterwards on the Camden Public Library Programs YouTube Channel.

 

 

 

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