WHO launches global network of institutes to strengthen capacity for health inequality monitoring

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Authors

Health Inequality Monitoring Network

A K Kavitha · Indian Council of Medical Research

Tim Adair · The University of Melbourne

Ali Akbar Fazaeli · Tehran University of Medical Sciences

Amanda Aronsson · Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Maggie Ssekitto Ashaba · Makerere University

Insa Backhaus-Hoven · Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Abstract

This article introduces the global WHO-managed Health Inequality Monitoring Network, which is dedicated to strengthening and expanding health inequality monitoring practices at global, regional and country levels. Launched in 2025, the Health Inequality Monitoring Network consists of 12 inaugural institutional members, represented by over 140 affiliated individuals spanning all world regions. The Network aims to: strengthen capacities for health inequality monitoring; generate and disseminate evidence on health inequalities; and develop health inequality monitoring tools, resources and best practices. This article details the rationale for establishing the Network, as well as its current activities, anticipated impacts and future development.

Topics & Keywords

Global Maternal and Child Health Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal for Equity in Health

Volume 25, Issue 1

DOI: 10.1186/s12939-026-02780-8

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