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 140 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 equity, sustainable 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.
18th World Congress on Public Health: What Cape Town Asked Us to Change
18th World Congress on Public Health: What Cape Town Asked Us to ChangeThe 18th World Congress on Public Health brought the global public health community to Cape Town, South Africa, from September 6–9, 2026. Its theme, Health Without Borders:...
HPV Vaccination Across the Life Course: Protecting More People from Preventable Cancer
HPV Vaccination Across the Life Course: Protecting More People from Preventable Cancer Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the world's most common infections. WHO estimates that up to 80% of sexually active people will acquire HPV during their...
Protecting Every Child from Severe Respiratory Disease Through Immunization
Preventing death and disease from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and Pneumococcal Disease in all our children RSV and pneumococcal disease are longstanding threats to child health, but we are at a turning point: after decades of research, we now...