The Civil Society Engagement Mechanism for UHC2030 (CSEM) is the civil society constituent of UHC2030 (formerly the International Health Partnership, IHP+), the global movement to build stronger health systems for universal health coverage (UHC). The CSEM raises civil society voices in UHC2030 to ensure that UHC policies are inclusive and equitable, and that systematic attention is given to the most marginalized and vulnerable populations so that no one is left behind. Learn more
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CSEM Statements and Resources for the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79)
The 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) takes place at a defining moment for global health. As countries confront widening inequalities, financial pressures, ongoing health emergencies, and growing debates around global health...
Protected: Tracking Progress on Social Participation for Health: Preliminary Findings from a Civil Society–Led Multi-Stakeholder Assessment of Implementation of WHA77.2
Why this mattersIn May 2024, Member States adopted the WHA77.2 on Social participation for universal health coverage, health and well-being, recognizing social participation as a core function of health systems. The resolution calls on...
Sign up for CSEM Events at WHA79
Join us at WHA79 by registering to our events below. From conversations on advancing social participation, strengthening health financing, integrating, achieving gender-responsive health systems, and much more, we’ll explore...
Join us at the WHA79 Civil Society Networking Space!
🗓️ Monday, May 18 to Wednesday, May 20, 2026 ⏰ 8:00-18:00 CET 📍Auditorium de la Pastorale – 106 Route de Ferney, Geneva On the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, UHC2030 and the Civil Society Engagement...
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CSEM Statements and Resources for the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79)
The 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) takes place at a defining moment for global health. As countries confront widening inequalities, financial pressures, ongoing...
Protected: Tracking Progress on Social Participation for Health: Preliminary Findings from a Civil Society–Led Multi-Stakeholder Assessment of Implementation of WHA77.2
Why this mattersIn May 2024, Member States adopted the WHA77.2 on Social participation for universal health coverage, health and well-being, recognizing social...
Sign up for CSEM Events at WHA79
Join us at WHA79 by registering to our events below. From conversations on advancing social participation, strengthening health financing, integrating, achieving...
Join us at the WHA79 Civil Society Networking Space!
🗓️ Monday, May 18 to Wednesday, May 20, 2026 ⏰ 8:00-18:00 CET 📍Auditorium de la Pastorale – 106 Route de Ferney, Geneva On the sidelines of the 79th World Health...
Organize your own UHC session on the sidelines of WHA79
On the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, UHC2030 and the Civil Society Engagement Mechanism (CSEM for UHC2030) will once again provide a space for...
Why Financial Protection Matters for Achieving UHC: Civil Society Perspectives from the CSEM for UHC2030 Advisory Group
Introduction: The human impact behind the UHC Day 2025 themeAround the world, millions of people are being priced out of their right to health. According to the 2025...
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