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Working towards a world where the universal right to health is achieved.

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Heading to #LPC26?

We’re joining @bondngo.bsky.social, @malarianomoreuk.bsky.social, @labourcid.bsky.social + Labour FPG to host a drinks reception on supporting a safer, healthier world.

Plus, we’re hosting our invitation-only #GlobalHealth Dinner 👇

www.bond.org.uk/news/2026/09...
What's happening at Party Conferences 2026 | Bond
It is party conference season. A key chance to engage politicians on the breadth of work we do and build on valuable partnerships across the sector. Here is our overview of Bond events and events our ...
www.bond.org.uk
September 17, 2026 at 10:41 AM
“Security through solidarity.”

Welcome words from @kirstymcneill.bsky.social as she sets out a new vision for UK development – with health among the ‘five securities’.

Global challenges demand cooperation. We look forward to working with the new Minister. 👇

www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
‘Sweat the asset’: new development minister plots path to make UK aid count
Kirsty McNeill reaffirms Labour’s 0.7% of GDP pledge and promises value for money to allay voter concerns
www.theguardian.com
September 15, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Party conference season is here.

We’ll be at the @libdems.org.uk, @labouruk.bsky.social and @greenparty.org.uk conferences — supporting our members and making the case for UK action on global health.

Going too? Drop us a line to arrange a coffee ☕👇
September 14, 2026 at 9:50 AM
🤝 Our member @cambridgeghp.org is hosting the East of England Global Health Conference.

Explore partnerships for equitable and sustainable global health across research, education and clinical practice.

📍 Cambridge + online
🔗 cambridgeghp.org/events/5th-e...
September 10, 2026 at 3:26 PM
⏰ There’s still time to enter!

Are you an undergraduate medical or health student in the #UK or #Ghana?

Enter our essay competition and have your say on the future of #GlobalHealth.

🏆 Win up to £500
September 10, 2026 at 1:50 PM
What does it take to build truly equitable partnerships in #GlobalHealth?

@rstmh.bsky.social’s Annual Meeting will bring together people across sectors and career stages to explore the power of collaboration.

📅 15–16 Oct | London
🔗 www.rstmh.org/events/rstmh...
September 9, 2026 at 12:06 PM
💬 “Health sovereignty may reduce structural dependence, but it cannot eliminate the need for collective action.”

A thought-provoking piece from Nelson Aghogho Evaborhene for @globalpolicy.bsky.social on the #AccraReset and the future of #GlobalHealth 👇

www.globalpolicyjournal.com/blog/03/08/2...
The Accra Reset: Reimagining Global Health Governance in an Era of Fragmentation
The Accra Reset has been widely understood as a call for African health sovereignty and greater strategic autonomy. Nelson Aghogho Evaborhene contends that its broader significance lies in reframing h...
www.globalpolicyjournal.com
September 8, 2026 at 2:47 PM
What happens when conflict, climate change and disease collide?

In @prospectmagazine.co.uk, Dr Maíra Fedatto sets out why resilient health systems matter in an increasingly crisis-hit world — and what that means for the new Prime Minister. 👇

www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/sponsored/74...
Where every crisis becomes visible
As conflict, climate change and disease converge on the same overwhelmed clinics, Dr Maíra Fedatto of Action for Global Health argues the new UK Gover...
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk
September 7, 2026 at 12:32 PM
📢 ICYMI: The latest immunisation data shows progress — but just how secure is it? 💉📈

Our members @savechildrenuk.bsky.social and @resultsuk.bsky.social examine what the data reveals about health systems — and what aid cuts could put at risk 👇

actionforglobalhealth.org.uk/immunisation...
Immunisation data shows the fragility of global health systems before aid cuts | Action for Global Health
New immunisation data shows hard-won progress at risk as aid cuts threaten health systems and efforts to reach zero-dose children.
actionforglobalhealth.org.uk
September 3, 2026 at 1:37 PM
“Policies do not save lives. Strategies do not save lives. Systems do.”

Strong case from @cambridgeghp.org for moving beyond silos — and how health partnerships can drive integrated emergency care while strengthening wider health systems.

Via @bondngo.bsky.social 👇

www.bond.org.uk/news/2026/08...
From silos to synergies: how health partnerships can drive integrated emergency care | Bond
Tom Bashford at Cambridge Global Health Partnerships explores how well-placed partnerships can drive the systems change needed to increase access to emergency care.
www.bond.org.uk
August 29, 2026 at 8:28 AM
With #GlobalHealth at a crossroads, what does the latest immunisation data tell us? 💉📈

Our members @savechildrenuk.bsky.social + @resultsuk.bsky.social examine the health systems behind the numbers — and the picture before the full force of aid cuts 👇

actionforglobalhealth.org.uk/immunisation...
Immunisation data shows the fragility of global health systems before aid cuts | Action for Global Health
New immunisation data shows hard-won progress at risk as aid cuts threaten health systems and efforts to reach zero-dose children.
actionforglobalhealth.org.uk
August 25, 2026 at 9:33 AM
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On this #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honor aid workers who risk their lives to serve communities, often facing the same crises they respond to.

Women face specific risks, including gender-based violence.

We collected powerful testimonies from women humanitarians who keep going despite the dangers.
August 19, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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Reaching children with essential vaccines in high conflict settings can take months of negotiation, trust-building and careful security planning to reduce risk.

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, meet some of the negotiators and local partners making that access possible: bit.ly/4hCPihq via Core Group
“Don't ask for anything else. Just ask for safe passage”: negotiating access for vaccines amid conflict
The negotiator’s non-negotiables: respect local dynamics, build trust and adhere to humanitarian principles.
bit.ly
August 19, 2026 at 1:01 PM
On #WorldHumanitarianDay, a reminder: responding to crisis isn't only about meeting immediate needs.

From conflict to climate change to disease outbreaks, resilient health systems are vital to withstanding the next shock.

Our briefing 👉 actionforglobalhealth.org.uk/wp-content/u...
August 19, 2026 at 10:05 AM
💬 “Unlike the Robin Hood tax model, when it comes to health worker migration the global north is ‘the rich, who take from the poor’.”

Our member @globalhealthpart.bsky.social on a new approach built on reciprocal learning and mutual benefit 👇

journals.plos.org/globalpublic...
The future of global health partnerships: Co-investment, reciprocal learning and mutual benefit
journals.plos.org
August 13, 2026 at 1:57 PM
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Across Nigeria, Kenya, and India, community-led partnerships are helping close gaps in maternal care — offering lessons for how health systems can become more responsive, data-driven, and designed around women’s needs.
From insights to impact: Community-led maternal health solutions
From insights to impact: Community-led maternal health solutions
www.devex.com
August 10, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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A new @who.int report shows strong progress toward eliminating #trachoma!
🌍🎉 32 countries validated for elimination
📈 6 more hit targets

But conflict, displacement, & data gaps threaten these gains. Cross-sector partnerships are vital to protect progress.👇 Read: https://bit.ly/4wPWXO2 #BeatNTDs
August 10, 2026 at 1:45 PM
📞 Calling the next generation of global health leaders...

Together with the Ghanaian Doctors and Dentists Association UK (GDDA-UK), we're launching our inaugural essay competition for undergraduate medical and health students in the #UK and #Ghana. ✍️

🏆 Win up to £500.
August 3, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Feel like this should have got more attention

"Rapid early assessment by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) estimates there were 2,877 heat-associated deaths during 2 notable periods of hot weather in May and June 2026, almost double the figure reported annually for 2025"
UKHSA report shows 2,877 excess deaths caused by May and June heatwaves
The 2,877 excess deaths represents a significant increase on the 1,504 excess deaths observed in summer 2025.
www.gov.uk
August 3, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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📢 GDDA & @afghnetwork.bsky.social essay competition!

UK & Ghana undergraduate medical/health students: write on "How can global partnerships strengthen health systems in a changing world?"

🏆 £500 | £300 | £150
⏳ 13 Sept 2026 (Max 2,500 words)
More details 👇
August 3, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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"Global health security and economic benefits are important but so is making the positive case for doing good in the world. International development is not and should not just be transactional."

Great thought leadership from @resultsuk.bsky.social:

results.org.uk/2026/07/21/w...
What should be in the new PM’s international development in-tray? – Results UK
results.org.uk
July 27, 2026 at 10:47 AM
"In an increasingly volatile world, our ability to work together across borders is more important than ever."

Great to see @marshadecordova.bsky.social championing equitable global partnerships in @the-independent.com 👇

www.independent.co.uk/voices/uk-ai...
It’s time to reset the UK’s ambition when it comes to aid
As the UK prepares to host the G20 summit next year, we have an opportunity to reset our commitment to international development, writes Marsha de Cordova
www.independent.co.uk
July 23, 2026 at 4:26 PM
"Global health security and economic benefits are important but so is making the positive case for doing good in the world. International development is not and should not just be transactional."

Great thought leadership from @resultsuk.bsky.social:

results.org.uk/2026/07/21/w...
What should be in the new PM’s international development in-tray? – Results UK
results.org.uk
July 22, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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Opinion

The Next WHO Director-General in an Age of Fragmentation

www.globalpolicyjournal.com/blog/22/07/2...
July 22, 2026 at 8:25 AM
We connected Science Magazine with expert voices from our network in #Malawi.

Vital insights into how the country is navigating a changing #GlobalHealth funding landscape - and why local expertise matters. 👇

www.science.org/content/arti...
Rocked by aid cuts, Malawi rethinks how it funds health
Services for mothers and children continue to suffer in the meantime
www.science.org
July 21, 2026 at 3:44 PM