NTDs & Vector-Borne Diseases
Turning research, country experience and community evidence into stronger NTD and vector-borne disease policy and action.
The Committee brings together civil society, technical experts and organisations working across NTDs and vector-borne diseases to strengthen advocacy and policy action. It promotes integrated approaches linking primary healthcare, surveillance, diagnostics, community systems, financing and workforce capacity, while using cross-regional learning and member evidence to support more equitable and sustainable responses.
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Our Objectives
Evidence to Policy
Translate research, community data, and field experience into practical policy recommendations.
Integrated Health Systems
Promote integration of NTD and VBD responses into primary healthcare and health systems
Health Equity & Human Dignity
Advance equity, dignity, reproductive health, WASH, and climate vulnerability for all communities.
Community Systems
Strengthen community-led responses, referral pathways, and locally grounded advocacy
Preparedness & Early Warning
Support laboratory capacity, surveillance, and early warning for timely national responses.
Sustainable Financing
Advocate for better-financed, less fragmented, and more resilient NTD and VBD programmes.
COMMITTEE LEADERSHIP
Hyun Ji Kim
Committee Manager
HIV/AIDS & STIs, NTDs & VBDs
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Remi Peregrino
Director
Aurum Institute
Vivian Ben Obiagwu
Executive Director
Bethel Viva Foundation
Edna Tembo
Executive Director
COWLHA
Prof. Mark Taylor
Director
CNTD Liverpool
Wishes Mumba
Communications Lead
COWLHA
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
YOUR POLICY PRIORITIES
Translate Evidence into Policy
grate NTD and VBD Services into Health Systems
Strengthen Community Systems and Participation
Strengthen Surveillance, Diagnosis and Preparedness
Secure Sustainable and Equitable Financing
Advance Health Equity and Climate Resilience
EVENTS & UPDATES
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MAY 11, 2025
Committee Meeting: Policy Priorities & Advocacy Roadmap
Members discussed key policy gaps, evidence needs, and opportunities for joint advocacy.
APR 28, 2025
Developing a Joint Policy Position Paper
Members are contributing regional insights and civil society perspectives to shape our collective voice.
APR 15, 2025
Global Health Event Engagement
Exploring advocacy opportunities linked to global health forums and cross-sector partnerships.
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