People, institutions, and systems that shaped global health.
Global health heroes include scientists, leaders, communities, and institutions that generate knowledge, produce evidence, and shape global health systems.
(1) People who transformed health science and practice
(2) Institutions that produce global health evidence and data
Understanding global health heroes helps learners connect scientific discovery, leadership, and institutions to real-world health improvements.
WHO, CDC, NIH, IHME, UNFPA, PAHO, UNAIDS, IARC and national institutes generate essential global health data used across all modules.
Use insights from global health systems to design impactful solutions.
Which type of hero inspires you most and why?