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Through robust data collection, international collaboration, and practical insights, the 2023 ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA) continues to drive progress in kidney care worldwide. This essential resource maps the availability and quality of kidney health services globally, helping kidney care professionals shape policy, support advocacy, guide research priorities, and identify service gaps, all toward better patient outcomes. 

Turning contribution into impact: A personal reflection 

Marina Wainstein, a lead author in a collection of ISN-GKHA-based papers published by PLOS Global Public Health, shared her personal and professional insights in a blog post for the journal. She reflects on how contributing to the atlas bridged her clinical work, research interests, and policy engagement, opening doors to leadership and advocacy both locally and globally.  

Her post also highlights the value of getting involved — the ISN-GKHA isn’t just about data — it’s about equipping the kidney community to transform evidence into lasting impact. 

Read the PLOS Global Public Health’s inaugural blog for key findings from their ISN-GKHA-based collection of published papers, with policy implications and future research directions. 

Explore, use, and share 

Whether you’re building a case for improved kidney care in your country, looking for data to support research, or planning your next advocacy activity, the ISN-GKHA is your go-to resource — with key data available at-a-glance through the ISN-GKHA Interactive Map.   

Explore the full 2023 report and earlier editions and help amplify its message: 

• Share the findings with local stakeholders 

• Use the data in your presentations and publications 

The ISN-GKHA data highlights the urgent need to prioritize kidney health and close global care gaps. Keep the momentum going to build on the progress of the WHO kidney disease resolution — explore and use the ISN Advocacy Toolkit to help sustain progress for kidney health worldwide.