Our Impact

Making a Difference in Global Health

The Global Self-Care Federation works to advance self-care as an integral part of healthcare systems worldwide. Our impact spans advocacy, policy change, research, and industry collaboration.

Key Achievements

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• UN Recognition — Secured self-care recognition in the UN NCD Political Declaration, elevating self-care as a key component of global health policy.
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• WHO Engagement — Established official relations with the World Health Organization, enabling GSCF to contribute to WHO policy discussions on self-care.
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• Environmental Charter — Launched the Charter for Environmentally Sustainable Self-Care in November 2021, with over 26 signatories committing to measurable environmental targets.
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• Research and Evidence — Commissioned socio-economic research demonstrating the value of self-care, including the finding that self-care could unlock 50% more economic and societal value.
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• Global Advocacy — Led advocacy efforts at the World Health Assembly, presenting constituency statements on primary healthcare, maternal and child nutrition, and other key issues.
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• United for Self-Care Coalition — Expanded the United for Self-Care Coalition, bringing together diverse stakeholders to advance the self-care agenda.
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