Why do we need a Convention on Health Equity?
Despite international commitments, unconscionable levels of health inequities persist. A Convention on Health Equity (CHE; formerly known as Framework Convention on Global Health (FCGH)) is a proposed treaty to establish binding norms, strengthen accountability, and ensure equity by clarifying the right to health, guiding national and international actions, and addressing commercial determinants of health.
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On 25 September 2026, the global health community will turn its attention to New York, where UN Member States will convene for the High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response (PPPR). Two members of our Alliance, Mihir Kandarpa and Alexandra Finch, will participate in this important moment, helping bring forward our collective call for a stronger, fairer global health architecture rooted in equity, solidarity and the right to health. Read more

