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Advancing equity, health, and well-being worldwide since 1967

The World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) is the leading global organization dedicated to global public health advocacy. Since 1967, we have united over 130 member organizations and 5 million public health professionals to address health inequities, promote evidence-based policies, and foster global collaboration. Discover how we advance health equitysustainable policies, and global health initiatives to create a healthier world.

18th world congress on public health – join the global movement for health equity

Join the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) and Public Health Association of South Africa (PHASA) in Cape Town, South Africa, on September 6-9, 2026, as we unite public health professionals to shape a healthier, more equitable future for all.

Climate change and maternal child health

Climate change and maternal child health

Climate Change and Maternal, Newborn, Child & Adolescent Health: A Global Call to Action Climate change is here and it’s actively harming the health of women, newborns, children, and adolescents (MNCAH) worldwide. Rising temperatures, extreme...

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Oral Health Working Group Abiola

Oral Health Working Group Abiola

Oral Health Working Group Chair Interview: Dr. Abiola Adeniyi Oral health is often overlooked in public health discussions, yet it plays a critical role in overall well-being. To explore how oral health intersects with broader health systems, we...

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Youth power immunization

Youth power immunization

Youth Power: The Next Generation's Role in Lifelong Immunization Today's youth represent not just the future of healthcare but a powerful force for change. Their digital fluency, innovative thinking, and peer influence make them uniquely positioned...

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