The World Health Organization (WHO) and the GIDH Secretariat is pleased to announce the dates for the 3rd Global Convening of the Global Initiative on Digital Health (GIDH), which will take place on 22-24 June 2026 at the WHO Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Both in-person and virtual participation will be available.
The convening will be held under the theme of “Building health systems resilience and local capacity through Digital Foundations, Learning and Partnerships”. It will bring together GIDH members, countries, partners, civil society, academia, private sector and digital health implementers to exchange experiences on country-articulated digital health priorities and promote collaborative efforts towards a standards-based digital transformation of health systems. Throughout the three days, country leadership, local entrepreneurship, and standards will be emphasized as core pillars for sustainable and person-centered digital health transformation.
High-level program:
- Day 1, 22 June 2026, will be open only to existing GIDH Members.
- Day 2-3, 23-24 June 2026, will be open to the public.
There is no registration fee. Participants are expected to cover all other costs associated with their participation, including travel and meals.
More information about how to submit interest to host a session during the convening is forthcoming. Please continue to visit this webpage for the most recent information.
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For any questions or to express interest to support, email gidh@who.int.