International Health Organisations and Networks

Connecting with the global movement for health

Across the world, organisations, health professionals, patient advocates and community networks are working to improve health, challenge inequalities and advance healthcare as a human right.

The organisations listed below work across different areas of global health. Their work includes advocating for universal health coverage, supporting patients and health professionals, improving public health, strengthening health systems and promoting health equity.

Explore their websites to learn more about their work and the wider international movement for better health for everyone.

Global Health Advocacy and Universal Healthcare

Global Health Council

A membership organisation that brings together people and organisations working to improve global health.

https://globalhealth.org/

WHO Civil Society Commission

A World Health Organization initiative supporting engagement between WHO and civil society organisations.

https://www.who.int/about/collaboration/civil-society-and-ngo-engagement/civil-society-commission

UHC2030

A global movement supporting progress towards universal health coverage, so everyone can access the health services they need without financial hardship.

https://www.uhc2030.org/

CHE Alliance – Convention on Health Equity

An international alliance advocating for a proposed global treaty to advance the right to health and address health inequalities.

https://fcghalliance.org/

People’s Health Movement

A global grassroots movement advocating for health for all, social justice and stronger public health systems.

https://phmovement.org/

Patient Advocacy and Health Professionals

International Alliance of Patients’ Organizations (IAPO)

An international alliance promoting patient-centred healthcare and the involvement of patients in health policy and decision-making.

https://www.iapo.org.uk/

World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA)

An international federation connecting public health associations and advocating for better health and well-being worldwide.

https://www.wfpha.org/

International Council of Nurses (ICN)

A federation of national nurses’ associations representing nurses and supporting the advancement of nursing and global health.

https://www.icn.ch/

International Hospital Federation (IHF)

A global organisation bringing together hospitals and healthcare organisations to strengthen health services and improve health outcomes.

https://ihf-fih.org/

World Organization of Family Doctors (WONCA)

An international organisation representing family doctors and supporting primary healthcare around the world.

https://www.globalfamilydoctor.com/

Global Health Campaigns and Specialist Networks

PAI

An organisation working to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights, with a focus on equitable access to services.

https://pai.org/

Transform Health

A global coalition working to advance digital transformation in health and support equitable, people-centred health systems.

Transform Health Coalition

Global Health Cluster

A World Health Organization-led network that coordinates health responses during humanitarian emergencies.

World Health Organisation

Be part of the change

Healthcare affects every person, every family and every community. Connecting with organisations working for health equity can help strengthen the global call for healthcare as a human right.

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