On International UHC Day, December 12th, an open lecture on palliative care will be held for health care professionals and social workers. The event aims to raise awareness about the lack of accessible and affordable palliative care services in the region, emphasizing the need to integrate these services into the broader framework of universal health coverage (UHC). By advocating for palliative care, this lecture also advocates for UHC, highlighting the importance of ensuring that all individuals have access to the full range of health services, including palliative and end-of-life care.