Public Health Leadership Coalition

The Public Health Leadership Coalition, led by the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA), brings together world-class leaders to support governments in developing and implementing evidence-based public health policies. By providing the most updated scientific evidence and region-specific solutions, the coalition advocates for strategies that address global health challenges, promote equity and ensure sustainable health outcomes for all.

Our Mission

The coalition’s mission is to:

  • Advocate for Evidence-Based Policies: Promote strategies rooted in scientific research to address public health challenges at national and international levels.

  • Foster Global Collaboration: Build a unified response to pandemics, health inequities, and other global health issues.

  • Empower Decision-Makers: Provide actionable insights and tools to help policymakers implement effective public health measures.

  • Promote Health Equity: Ensure public health policies are inclusive, equitable, and sustainable.

What We Do

  1. Provide Scientific Advice: Coalition leaders advise governments and organizations on pressing public health issues.

  2. Develop Region-Specific Solutions: Tailor strategies to address different regions’ unique challenges.

  3. Share Best Practices: Disseminate proven strategies and data to strengthen public health systems worldwide.

  4. Advocate for Good Governance: Promote policies that prioritize health equity, transparency, and accountability.

Meet the Coalition Leaders

The Public Health Leadership Coalition is led by some of the most respected figures in global health, including:

  • Dr. Natasha Azzopardi Muscat

  • Dr. George Benjamin

  • Prof. Bettina Borisch

  • Prof. Luís Eugênio de Souza

  • Prof. Sharon Friel

  • Dr. Alejandro Jadad

  • Dr. Rüdiger Krech

  • Prof. Martin McKee

  • Dr. Michael Moore

  • Prof. Iveta Nagyova

  • Dr. Jean-Marie Okwo-Bele

  • Prof. K. Srinath Reddy

  • Prof. Walter Ricciardi

  • Dr. María del Rocío Sáenz Madrigal

  • Dr. Stefano Scarpetta

  • Jeff Smith

  • Dr. Melissa Sweet

  • Prof. Sheila Tlou

  • Dr. Colin Tukuitonga

[Read more about the coalition leaders here.]

Join Us in Advancing Global Public Health

The Public Health Leadership Coalition is committed to creating a healthier, more equitable world. By uniting global health leaders, we aim to drive meaningful change and ensure public health policies are grounded in science, equity, and sustainability.

Together, we can build a future where health equity is a reality.