I N F E C T I O U S D I S E A S E A L L I A N C E
About IDA
Discover our mission, values, and collaborative approach to infectious disease action.
O U R O R G A N I Z A T I O N
A unifying platform for infectious disease action
IDA is a global public health advocacy organization dedicated to addressing the challenges posed by infectious diseases by bringing together diverse stakeholders through a One Health approach.
IDA envisions a world where the burden of infectious diseases is significantly reduced, and every individual has access to the resources needed to prevent and treat infectious diseases, irrespective of their location.
V I S I O N
The mission of IDA is to unite civil society organizations to drive action on the prevention, treatment, and control of infectious diseases in humans, animals, and the environment through a One Health approach.
M I S S I O N
I D A I N N U M B E R S
150+
M E M B E R O R G A N I S A T I O N S
13
E X P E R T C O M M I T E E S
20+
C O U N T R I E S R E P R E S E N T E D
3
G L O B A L C O A L I T I O N S H O S T E D
W H A T G U I D E S U S
IDA core values
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Sustainability
Promoting sustainable health policies and resilience strategies to address the intersection of infectious diseases and climate change.
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Equity
Ensuring marginalized communities have access to essential medicines and a voice in shaping inclusive global health policies.
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Diversity & Inclusion
Bringing together diverse perspectives to ensure equitable representation in global health responses.
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Independence
Operating as an impartial advocacy organization free from external influences to drive impactful policy changes.
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Integrity & Ethics
Upholding ethical advocacy and transparent communication to keep infectious diseases a priority on the global agenda.
H O W W E C R E A T E I M P A C T
IDA's four impact goals
CSO Voices
Empowering civil society organisations to have a meaningful role in shaping global health policies at WHO, UN, and national governments.
Healthcare Systems
Strengthening health systems to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats equitably and effectively.
Access
Advocating for universal access to essential medicines, diagnostics, and vaccines for all communities regardless of location or income.
Prevention
Promoting evidence-based prevention strategies, research translation, and One Health approaches to reduce infectious disease burden.
S T R A T E G I C A P P R O A C H
How the Alliance creates value
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Advocate
IDA will ensure infectious diseases remain high on the global health and development agenda, advocating for sustainable and long-term solutions through targeted advocacy and strategic communications.
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Connect
IDA will collaborate with international organisations, governments, academia, and the private sector to build a global network focused on reducing the burden of infectious diseases.
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Translate
IDA will promote the generation and dissemination of research that informs policies and practices in infectious disease prevention and control - including zoonotic diseases at the human-animal-environment interface.
L E A R N M O R E
Explore IDA
Governance
How IDA is structured and governed
Member directory
150+ member organisations
Partnerships & networks
Our global partnerships and hosted coalitions
Advisory Council
Meet our independent expert advisors
Reports & strategy
Annual reports and strategic documents
The team
Secretariat and committee managers
Supporters & funders
Partners who make IDA possible