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Strengthening Capacity in Global Health Diplomacy

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  • Diplomacy
  • Health
  • Policy
Strengthening Capacity in Global Health Diplomacy

Programme details

Strengthening Capacity in Global Health Diplomacy 2027 is an in-person professional training programme in Geneva, Switzerland, designed for global health diplomats, practitioners and professionals interested in international health policy and diplomacy. Organised by the International Geneva Global Health Platform, the programme helps participants develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to navigate the changing landscape of global health governance.

Delivered with support from the Institute of Philanthropy, the programme brings together faculty from the Geneva Graduate Institute and other leading subject matter experts. It addresses the growing importance of diplomacy amid geopolitical tensions, challenges to multilateral cooperation, technological developments, changing funding arrangements and debates about equity and decolonisation in global health.

Participants learn through a combination of a foundational course, short courses and master classes. The curriculum explores global health law, geopolitics, negotiation, climate change and health diplomacy, and access to medicines. Learning activities strengthen competencies in political analysis, strategic decision-making, leadership, cross-cultural communication, coalition-building and advocacy.

The programme welcomes professionals who are new to International Geneva’s global health ecosystem as well as experienced practitioners seeking to update their knowledge and refine their diplomatic skills. Participants engage in class discussions, complete assigned readings and connect with others working across the global health community.

To receive a Certificate of Programme Completion, participants must attend the foundational course, at least two short courses and at least one master class.

Eligibility requirements

  • Global health diplomats, practitioners and other professionals working in or interested in global health
  • At least one relevant work experience with responsibilities relating to global health and/or participation in policy-making processes is a selection criterion
  • Ability and commitment to participate in the full programme in person at the Geneva Graduate Institute

Benefits

  • Free participation with no programme fees
  • Training delivered by Geneva Graduate Institute faculty and leading subject matter experts
  • Practical training in global health diplomacy, negotiation, political analysis and strategic leadership

Important dates

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  2. The New Diplomacy of Global Health — Foundational Course (10–12 February)
  3. Geopolitics and Global Health Diplomacy — Master Class
  4. Global Health Law — Short Course (23–24 June)
  5. Negotiation Skills for Global Health Diplomacy — Short Course (6–7 July)
  6. Climate Change & Global Health Diplomacy — Short Course (14–15 September)
  7. The Global Health Ecosystem for Access to Medicines — Master Class

Required documents

  1. A short statement of motivation

    Explain your motivation for participating in this programme and how you expect the programme to contribute to your work. Maximum 500 words

  2. A 1–2-page (max.) curriculum vitae

  3. The name and contact information for one professional reference

  4. Your profile picture and short biography

Essay question

  • Explain your motivation for participating in this programme and how you expect the programme to contribute to your work

    Max 500 words

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