Archive · May 2026

The G4 Alliance at WHA79.

A recap of the 79th World Health Assembly — convenings, advocacy, and the moments that moved global surgical, obstetric, trauma, and anaesthesia care forward.

Event concluded

Geneva, Switzerland · 18–24 May 2026

Two flagship convenings: the 19th Meeting of the Permanent Council and the WHA79 side event on Strategic Leadership for Nurses and Midwives.

Permanent Council

19th Meeting of the Permanent Council

May 18, 2026 · Geneva

Primary representatives convened to align on G4 Alliance strategy, regional policy developments, and WHA stakeholder engagement.

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WHA79 Side Event

Strategic Leadership for Nurses & Midwives

May 18, 2026 · Museum of the Red Cross

A 90-minute panel and networking session on inclusive governance, frontline leadership pathways, and resilient health systems.

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By the numbers

A week of focused, coordinated advocacy.

Co-sponsoring organizations

70+

Member orgs represented

Flagship convenings

Microsite archive

Revisit the full WHA79 microsite.

The dedicated WHA79 microsite captured the program, speakers, and resources for the week. It remains live as a public record.

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Looking ahead

Next: WHA80, 2027

Planning is underway for the G4 Alliance presence at WHA80. Members will be notified as the program is announced.

See upcoming events