Advocacy Activities

ISN-Devex event in Geneva to drive momentum for WHO kidney health resolution 

A groundbreaking opportunity  An unprecedented resolution on kidney health is set for a potential vote at the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) this May.    Led by Guatemala, sponsored by Thailand, and further backed by several member states, the resolution, "Reducing the burden of noncommunicable diseases through the promotion of kidney health and strengthening prevention and control...

Help us expand the global map of kidney patient organizations: Share your recommendations 

The ISN is committed to amplifying the voices of people living with kidney disease through several initiatives, including the work of the ISN Patient Liaison Advisory Group. Another key effort is an ongoing global map of kidney patient organizations designed to help individuals find support and connect with others who share similar experiences.  Explore the...

ISN Advocacy Newsletter – Bridging the Gaps – April 2025

Shaping the future of global kidney health at WHA78 & beyond   As an exciting year for global kidney health advocacy continues to unfold, I’d like to highlight several tremendous opportunities to make a lasting impact on kidney care. First, there is considerable momentum surrounding the vote on Guatemala’s kidney health resolution during the World Health...

Join the ISN X Space this World Health Day — promote kidney health now and every day! 

Today, on World Health Day, we focus on global health challenges, taking the opportunity to raise awareness about kidney health. Join Urmila Anandh, Elliot Tannor, and María José Soler in the X Space “Advancing global kidney health: Building consensus for the WHO resolution” at 3 p.m. CEST today (April 7).  Access the ISN X Space...