This week, on 28-29, we joined faith leaders & communities in Nairobi for a high-level World Council of Churches (WCC) think-tank on sustainable responses to HIV, TB & Malaria. The meeting brings together religious leaders and community representatives from across Africa, Latin America, and Europe. This event focuses on strengthening faith-led advocacy and sustainable health responses to HIV, Tuberculosis, and Malaria.
A Platform for Faith and Action: In a time marked by intersecting global crises, the need for resilient, equitable health systems has never been more urgent. This interfaith think-tank brings together faith leaders & affected communities to discuss and strategize sustainable health responses. The focus is to mobilize support for the 8th Global Fund replenishment, a vital investment in global efforts to end HIV, TB & malaria.
The think-tank, hosted by WCC spotlights how faith communities contribute to stronger public health systems. Their influence helps shape national policy, mobilize communities, and advocate for greater investment in health services.
Purpose and Focus: The think-tank’s main goal is to co-create faith-based strategies and advocacy messages that support sustainable health financing through the Global Fund. Participants are actively engaging in dialogue and sharing lived experiences. Together, they are shaping concrete actions that emphasize the moral urgency of investing in life-saving health interventions.
Participants and Representation: The gathering includes 25 participants from countries such as Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa,Uganda, Bolivia, the Netherlands, DRC, and more. The diverse delegation includes religious leaders, young people, and members of communities directly affected by HIV, TB, and malaria, ensuring that discussions are informed by lived realities on the ground.
We are s proud to be represented by Rev. Jane Ng’ang’a, Policy and Advocacy Advisor, and Dr. Judith Asin, Pharmaceutical Systems Strengthening Programs Officer.
Outcome
The event culminated in a joint call urging stakeholders including governments, donor countries, and the private sector to renew and increase their commitments to the Global Fund. The call emphasizes the need for urgent and full funding to close equity gaps, restore hope, and uphold the sanctity of life; highlighting the crucial role of faith leaders in shaping sustainable and impactful health responses.
