ChallengesWHO

ChallengesWHO is a global initiative developed in partnership with the World Health Organization to identify, analyze, and promote solutions to the most pressing public health challenges of the 21st century. Launched in 2017, the program consolidates research, policy briefs, and stakeholder discussions through an online platform that facilitates collaboration across governments, academia, and private sector organizations. The primary focus is on emerging infectious diseases, non‑communicable disease burden, health system resilience, and the impact of climate change on health outcomes.

The ChallengesWHO framework comprises quarterly thematic reports, each outlining risk assessments, evidence gaps, and strategic recommendations. The platform also hosts a series of policy dialogues and workshops aimed at translating evidence into actionable plans for national and regional health ministries. In addition to research dissemination, the initiative provides toolkits for community engagement and crisis preparedness, particularly in low‑resource settings.

Membership is open to public health professionals, researchers, and policymakers worldwide, and the organization operates on a tiered subscription model to fund continued capacity building. ChallengesWHO is recognized for its role in informing international health agendas, contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and enhancing the global health security ecosystem.