01Reinforce Commitment to UHC
Renew international consensus and practical strategies to accelerate universal health coverage beyond 2026.
Sustainable Development Council
Second World Summit onSustainable Healthand Well-Being
A global platform for bold ideas, shared action and a healthier, more resilient future for all.
25SEP
2026
2026
United Nations Conference CentreBangkok, Thailand
Healthier people
Thriving planet
2nd WSSHW
Where global leadership meets collective action.
The World Summit on Sustainable Health and Well-being will serve as a high-level platform to accelerate global progress toward UHC and reinforce its critical role within the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Summit acknowledges that UHC is not only central to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, but is also deeply interconnected with other SDGs, including SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). By situating sustainable health and well-being within the context of UHC and the SDGs, the Summit emphasizes a holistic vision: health as a driver of equity, resilience, and sustainable development globally.
02 Our Objectives
Supporting Universal
Health Coverage.
Advancing the SDG health agenda to build resilient, inclusive and accessible health systems for all.
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02Promote Equity and Inclusion
Remove barriers faced by women, youth, refugees, persons with disabilities and marginalized communities.
03Advance the SDG Health Agenda
Turn the links between health, climate, equality and the 2030 Agenda into coordinated action.
04Strengthen Multilateralism
Deepen UN-led cooperation and partnerships for equitable, climate-resilient health systems.
05Leverage Innovation for UHC
Advance responsible AI, digital health, research and sustainable financing for accessible care.
06Empower Communities and the Health Workforce
Build capacity, improve working conditions and strengthen community trust and participation.
“Universal Health Coverage comes at a cost. But the price is cheap, when we consider the alternative, to speed up and scale up investment in Universal Health Coverage and in stronger health systems, starting immediately.”
António Guterres, UN Secretary-General
Organised by
Sustainable Development Council
The Sustainable Development Council (SDC) is an international non-governmental organization with Special Consultative Status at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2021. SDC is dedicated to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals through advocacy, education and youth empowerment.
It inspires and facilitates a global network where businesses, NGOs, policymakers, civil society and the public can work together to achieve the SDGs. Inclusive, accessible and ethically driven, SDC creates opportunities for everyone to contribute to a more equitable and sustainable world.
Learn about SDCPasses Registration
Choose Your Pass
Select the category that best reflects your professional role and participation in the Second World Summit.
General Observer
WSSHW2026
UNCC, September 25, 2026
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Register NowMedia, researchers, policy observers, NGO monitors and other approved participants.
Pharma & Industry
WSSHW2026
UNCC, September 25, 2026
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Register NowPharmaceutical representatives, medical equipment firms and health-tech innovators.
Medical Practitioner
WSSHW2026
UNCC, September 25, 2026
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Register NowPhysicians, surgeons, specialists, dentists and clinical researchers.
Medical Student
WSSHW2026
UNCC, September 25, 2026
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Register NowMedical and public-health students, young researchers and youth leaders.
Health Worker
WSSHW2026
UNCC, September 25, 2026
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Register NowNurses, midwives, paramedics, community health workers and allied staff.
Speakers
2026Global voices.
New perspectives.
The 2026 speaker programme will be announced following confirmation of participating leaders and experts.
Explore past speakers →Focus Key Themes
Key discussion
areas.
Connecting policy, innovation and global partnerships to advance sustainable health and well-being for all.
View the programmeUniversal Health Coverage (UHC)
Health systems strengthening
Health policy and governance
Pandemic preparedness and global health security
Climate change and planetary health
Health equity and reducing disparities
Sustainable healthcare financing
Primary healthcare and community resilience
International cooperation and policy innovation
Artificial Intelligence in healthcare
Digital health and telemedicine
Precision medicine and emerging technologies
Medical research and innovation
Mental health and holistic well-being
Youth leadership and health innovation
Academic and industry collaboration
Public-private partnerships
Capacity building and healthcare workforce development
Accelerating SDG 3 through global partnerships
04 Who Should Attend
A summit for the full
health ecosystem.
Medical practitioners & clinical researchersNurses, midwives & community health workersPharmaceutical, medical equipment & health-tech leadersPolicymakers, NGOs, media & researchersStudents, young professionals & youth leaders
Event Location
United Nations Conference Centre
Bangkok, Thailand
05 Our shared outcome
The Bangkok Declaration 2026
The summit culminates in a shared commitment to sustainable health and well-being—turning dialogue into a practical roadmap for progress.
2025 First Edition
Moments that moved
health forward.
Highlights from the first World Summit on Sustainable Health and Well-Being at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok.
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