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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Did you know #drowning claims an estimated 1,100–1,400 lives each year in #Ghana? GHAI is seeking Ghanaian civil society organizations to #advocate for sustainable policy solutions. Applications are due September 18, 2026 at 5 p.m. EAT. Apply today: www.advocacyincubator.org/funding-oppo...
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
NEW RESOURCE: Our interactive Nutrient Profile Model (NPM) applies an evidence-based NPM to identify unhealthy products (high in sugar, sodium and unhealthy saturated fats) subject to healthy food policies. www.advocacyincubator.org/program-area... #FoodPolicy #FoodAndNutrition #HealthyFood
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Nutrient Profile Model Calculator for Front-of-Package Warning Labels
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
RFP Alert! GHAI is seeking CSOs in #Ghana to help advance sustainable policy change for drowning prevention and support advocacy efforts to strengthen #watersafety policies, improve coordination and enforcement, secure sustainable funding and more. www.advocacyincubator.org/funding-oppo...
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
📢 RFP alert for Ghana CSOs! Orgs can apply to support advocacy across 4 objectives, including stronger water safety policies, national coordination, sustainable funding and media advocacy. Deadline: September 18, 2026 at 5 p.m. EAT Learn more and apply: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2026-08...
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Funding Opportunities: Request for Proposals: Ghana Civil Society…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
We're celebrating #OneYearOfHATCH! Join us today as we reflect on the partnerships, collaboration and learning that made this first year possible—including being recognized as an award nominee along the way. #PublicHealth #Learning #Advocacy www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2026-06...
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Celebrating One Year of HATCH: A Global Hub for Public Health Advocacy
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Big step forward for injury prevention in Vietnam: the Ministry of Health issued new regulations requiring community-level tracking of injuries and injury deaths, including drowning. The policy also establishes clear roles for local authorities and health facilities for the first time! #publichealth
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The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
What an unforgettable evening celebrating the passion and impact of young leaders and public health champions around the world! ✨ We’re so inspired by all our honorees at the 2026 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards, including our Champion Award recipient, former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy.
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Stronger health systems require more than commitments. At #WHSNairobi2026, our VP of Health Systems Strengthening, Vandana Shah will be addressing some of the most pressing challenges in global health systems today across two sessions. Join us there! #publichealth #globalhealth #whs #health #world
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
ICYMI: GHAI, alongside partners, is holding a session at #WHSNairobi2026 that will bring together key voices—from government officials to #advocacy leaders—to explore how to drive domestic financing and accountability that can transform PHC and UHC commitments into lasting systems. #PublicHealth
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
WORLD HEALTH SUMMIT 2026: Vandana Shah, our VP of Health Systems Strengthening, will be speaking at two critical sessions at #WHSNairobi2026: 1) Primary Health Care Financing, Advocacy and Accountability and 2) Manufacturing Health in Africa: Sovereignty, Scale and Supply Chain
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
THIS MONTH: Esubalew Dadi, Regional Director for Food and Nutrition Policy at GHAI will be joining global leaders for #WHSNairobi2026 as a panelist in the session “Nutrition throughout the lifecourse in Africa: Pathways to health and development.” You won’t want to miss it! #PublicHealth #Global
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Join us and @globalhealthorg.bsky.social on April 16, 9 AM ET, for a Global Health Budget Advocacy Webinar. This session will highlight real examples of budget #advocacy in low- and middle-income countries and share strategies for advancing domestic #healthfinancing where it matters most.
REGISTER TODAY: We’re bringing together advocates, CSOs and policy leaders to talk about what it takes to protect global health investments in today’s changing budget landscape.

Join us on April 16, 9 AM ET, for a Global Health Budget Advocacy Webinar, co-hosted by the Global Health Council (GHC) and the Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI). This session will highlight real examples of budget advocacy in low- and middle-income countries and share strategies for advancing domestic health financing where it matters most.

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✔️ Eliana Monteforte, Director of International Advocacy and Engagement, GHC
✔️ Veena Menon, Associate Director of Health Policy and Financing, GHAI
✔️ Stephen Atasige,MPhil,MBA,PMP®,CMP,CRMES, Ghana Country Coordinator, GHAI
✔️ PenH Son (Mr.), Executive Director, Coalition for Partnership in Democratic Development (CPDD)
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Ethiopia is advancing a comprehensive Unhealthy Diets Proclamation—combining warning labels, marketing restrictions, trans fat elimination & stronger procurement standards to reduce NCDs. We spoke with @mwecsofficial on key lessons from this effort. www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2026-03...
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Key Learnings from Ethiopia’s Ongoing Advocacy Campaign for…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
We’re excited to announce that we will present the 2026 Global Health Advocacy Changemaker Award to Alejandra Leal of Mexico. Ms. Leal is a leading advocate for sustainable mobility and road safety and co-founder of Céntrico, which has advanced evidence-based policies for over a decade.
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
ICYMI: On March 11, Vietnam officially transitioned its child drowning prevention program to full government ownership—a major milestone and a clear signal of long-term sustainability. Learn more in our latest blog: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2026-03... #publichealth #vietnam #blog
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Transition of Child Drowning Prevention Program to Vietnam National…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
We’re proud to celebrate Labram Musah from our partner VAST in Ghana for being named a 2025 UHC Champion by the global Universal Health Coverage campaign. Learn more about this well-deserved recognition: healthalertghana.com/labram-musah...
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Labram Musah Named 2025 UHC Champion for Advancing Health Equity in Ghana - Health Alert
He is one of 69 individual champions recognised worldwide for their extraordinary contributions to advancing universal health coverage.
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Global Health Council @globalhealthorg.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
On the latest episode of the "One Shot, Long Life!" podcast from GHC member @incubatorghai.bsky.social, host Abel Akara Ticha is joined by 3 leaders at the center of efforts to leverage the CDF for immunization programming in Zambia. Listen here: www.advocacyincubator.org/one-shot-lon...
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Episode 9: From the Ground Up: How Local Funds Are Reinventing…
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Stuart Gillespie @stuartgillespie.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
fascinating list @incubatorghai.bsky.social and thanks! www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-12...
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Food & Nutrition Program End-Of-Year Book List
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The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
We’re proud to present our 2025 Annual Report.
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The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
#GivingTuesday is here! Kick off the day with a gift that helps us protect kids and save lives in the United States and around the world. No matter the amount, your contribution drives essential advocacy to create a healthier future. Give today: tobaccofreekids.org/donate
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
From advocacy walks to creative “artivism,” youth in Nigeria are redefining what food justice looks like. CAPPA’s first-ever youth boot camp brought together young leaders driving real policy change for healthier food systems: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-11...
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Youth Voices Rising in Nigeria’s Fight for Food Policy Reform
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Tobacco-Free Kids Global @ctfkglobal.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Nothing’s scarier than ultra-processed products and tobacco. Our advocacy helps fight back. Happy Halloween from the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (@tobaccofreekids.bsky.social) and the Global Health Advocacy Incubator (@incubatorghai.bsky.social).
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Celebrating a major win for children’s health in Brazil! 🍎 In September, Ceará banned the sale, distribution & ads of ultra-processed foods in schools — protecting 1.8M kids. 👏 Congrats to our partner Instituto de Defesa de Consumidores for this milestone! 🔗 www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-10...
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Brazil’s Ceará State Bans Ultra-Processed Foods in Schools: Measure…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
HATCH is our newest platform built to help advocates everywhere plan smarter campaigns, learn from global successes and connect across movements. From resources to inspiration, HATCH is the space you've been waiting for. Learn more: www.hatchadvocacy.org #HATCH #Advocacy #PublicHealth #FoodPolicy
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY for food policy advocates: TODAY our Rapid Response Fund launched an open call for proposals. Apply here: www.advocacyincubator.org/funding-oppo...
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
🚨 BREAKING: Kenya has become the *first* country in the East African community to adopt the Kenya Nutrient Profile Model (KNPM)! A big step toward healthy #foodpolicies, thanks to IILA, KELIN, NCCK and NCDAK. Read our latest blog to see how they did it: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-10...
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Kenya Becomes the First Country in the East African Community to…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Jordan is taking bold steps to promote healthier food environments. At a recent WHO and Ministry of Health meeting in Amman, GHAI’s Dr. Verónica Schoj shared global lessons on front-of-pack labeling and food marketing restrictions. www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-10...
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Global Expertise, Local Action: GHAI Supports Jordan’s Fight Against…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
We joined Resolve to Save Lives and the Pan American Health Organization to host a symposium on cost-effective sodium reduction policies at the International Congress of Nutrition 2025. Read our five takeaways for global advocates—and how GHAI is responding—in our latest blog: tinyurl.com/ahwdztp6
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Global Momentum for Sodium Reduction: Policy Lessons from Around the…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Proud to have supported Special Olympics on their new global health report, Focusing on the Invisible. This is a vital step in making sure that health systems are accessible for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. tinyurl.com/ykcst4aa
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Advancing Health Equity for People with Intellectual and…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Today we observe World Heart Day, a global reminder that protecting your heart means protecting your future. Behind every statistic about heart disease is a person whose life has been forever changed. Learn more bit.ly/48FsGIx
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Shafali’s Diagnosis and the Hidden Dangers of Neglected Hypertension…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Health taxes = healthier people + stronger budgets. Ahead of the UN HLM on NCDs, we’re sharing lessons from campaigns worldwide. New paper 👉 assets.advocacyincubator.org/uploads/2025.... #UNGA80 #UN #UNGA #Health #HealthTax #HealthPolicy #PublicHealth
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AMERSA @amersa.org · 16/09/2025
Save the date! Free AMERSA Webinar, Sept 30 (12pm PT / 3pm ET): Writing for Change: How to Sharpen Your Persuasive Writing Skills and Effectively Use the Pen as an Advocacy Tool. Learn from expert panelists how to amplify your voice. Register: tinyurl.com/AMERSAWebinar
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Our Overdose Prevention Initiative invites Members of Congress & staff to the 4th Annual Congressional Naloxone Training on 9/10, 3:30–4:30 PM in the Rayburn Gold Room (2168 Rayburn). Participants will learn how to reverse an opioid overdose with naloxone. wkf.ms/3UAIcNS #EndOverdose #RecoveryMonth
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<p>Enter your information to register for the Fourth Annual Congressional Naloxone Training. Your responses will not be shared with anyone outside the training organizers.</p><p><br></p><p>Date: Wedne...
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
#InternationalYouthDay Advocate Series Mey Ling Ho Cruzado of El Movimiento de Alimentación Saludable is mobilizing Panama’s youth—from cities, rural areas & indigenous communities—to lead on healthy food & environmental justice. Read her story: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-08...
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International Youth Day Advocate Series: Mey Ling Uniting Panama’s…
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IILAinfo @ilakenya.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
A heartfelt thank you to @incubatorghai.bsky.social who shared their time, insights, and expertise to make this important resource possible. Full Report: shorturl.at/UeVmH . . . #FoodPolicyKE
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
🌍 #InternationalYouthDay Advocate Series: Nigeria We spotlight Abayomi Sarumi & Opeyemi Ibitoye of CAPPA, who are mobilizing young Nigerians to advocate for healthy food policies & hold corporate actors accountable. Read their perspectives here: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-08...
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International Youth Day Advocate Series: Abayomi Sarumi and Opeyemi…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
In honor of #InternationalYouthDay, GHAI’s Food & Nutrition Program is spotlighting advocates empowering youth leaders. Meet Ray Alyannah Lagasca, lead convener of the Healthy Philippines Alliance Youth Network, advancing food justice and health policy: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-08...
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International Youth Day Advocate Series: Ray Alyannah Lagasca and HPA…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
We are at our Latin American Legal Workshop, co-hosted with @ctfkglobal.bsky.social, @oneillinstitute.bsky.social and Dejusticia! Today, we’re diving into how laws are applied on the ground across the region, tackling legal challenges in implementing food and tobacco control policies!
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Tobacco-Free Kids Global @ctfkglobal.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
We’ve arrived in Cartagena! The team from @incubatorghai.bsky.social (GHAI) and Tobacco-Free Kids Global is setting the stage for a week of powerful legal strategy sessions on food systems and tobacco control.
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
🌍 This #InternationalYouthDay, we’re spotlighting advocates empowering young people to shape healthier food environments. Meet Shannique Bowden, ED of JYAN— empowering hundreds of young advocates to win stronger nutrition policies in 🇯🇲. 📖 Read her story: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-08...
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International Youth Day Advocate Series: Shannique Bowden and JYAN…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
Even when matched for calories, ultra-processed diets lead to overeating & weight gain. A powerful new study reinforces what we already know: it's time for bold policies to curb ultra-processed products and protect public health. Via @nytimes.com: www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/w...
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Avoiding Ultraprocessed Foods Might Double Weight Loss
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
In Brazil, powerful food & beverage industry groups are pressuring lawmakers to weaken policies that protect kids from ultra-processed products in schools. Our new blog highlights a piece from @ojoioeotrigo.bsky.social that exposes this interference: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-07...
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How is Brazil’s Food Industry Undermining Healthy School Meals Policy?
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
A new Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology editorial links ultra-processed food consumption to premature death—and outlines key solutions: taxes, warning labels, marketing bans, and healthy food subsidies. GHAI works globally to make these policies a reality: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
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Ultra-processed foods: yet another wake-up call
The NOVA classification defines ultra-processed foods (UPFs) as “formulations of ingredients, mostly of exclusive industrial use, that result from a series of industrial processes.” Often high in suga...
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
A new Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology editorial links ultra-processed food consumption to premature death—and outlines key solutions: taxes, warning labels, marketing bans, and healthy food subsidies. GHAI works globally to make these policies a reality: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
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Ultra-processed foods: yet another wake-up call
The NOVA classification defines ultra-processed foods (UPFs) as “formulations of ingredients, mostly of exclusive industrial use, that result from a series of industrial processes.” Often high in suga...
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Spoiler alert: Advocacy isn’t just for the pros—it’s for anyone who cares about healthier communities.
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
BL: CLOSING SOON: Policy wins matter—but without budget wins, they stall. Our CSO Budget Advocacy Accelerator helps African & Asian CSOs build real campaigns that shift funding toward health. Apply by July 7. bit.ly/4e998wR
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Calling on African and Asian Health CSOs to Apply for our Budget…
The Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI) invites civil society organizations (CSOs) from low- and middle-income countries in Africa and Asia to apply…
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
“Expanding access to MOUD in jails and prisons isn’t only a moral imperative; it’s a proven public-health solution.” Libby Jones, Associate Vice President of our Overdose Prevention Initiative, underscores why access to addiction treatment is important w/ incarceration: www.wsj.com/opinion/how-....
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Opinion | How Prisons Can Help Prevent Drug Overdoses
The incarcerated are far more likely to die from an overdose after release, but jail- and prison-based MOUD programs cut that risk by 80%.
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Global Health Advocacy Incubator @incubatorghai.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Our food and nutrition advocate @vmellorodrigues, joined global experts at #ANH2025 in Tanzania to share how research can be used to drive real-world #policy change. Read more in our latest blog: www.advocacyincubator.org/news/2025-07... #globalhealth #publichealth #foodandnutrition
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Action on Salt and Sugar @actionsaltsugar.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
🚀 How can we introduce salt targets effectively? Policies must be: ✅ Transparent ✅ Mandatory ✅ Enforced ✅ Supportive of systematic behaviour change Read this fantastic report by @incubatorghai.bsky.social to find out - and see if you can spot our research findings! tinyurl.com/yrtcsh56
10 Best practices for setting mandatory sodium reduction targets
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