The Global Self-Care Federation (GSCF) is governed by a robust and transparent framework designed to ensure accountability, strategic alignment, and effective representation of our diverse membership. Our governance structure comprises the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, specialised GSCF Committees, our members, and a dedicated team supported by a strong Code of Ethics.
119|This structure enables us to deliver on our mission of promoting self-care as a vital component of sustainable healthcare systems worldwide, while upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism across all our activities.
120|The Executive Committee is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and strategic direction of the Federation. Comprising the Chair, Chair Elect, Treasurer, and elected members from across our membership base, this committee ensures that GSCF's vision is translated into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
126|Key responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of board decisions, managing operational budgets, guiding advocacy priorities, and driving engagement with global health stakeholders including the World Health Organization (WHO) and other international bodies.
127| Learn More 128|The Board of Directors is the principal governing body of the Global Self-Care Federation. It comprises senior representatives from our member associations and manufacturer companies, bringing together a wealth of expertise from across the self-care industry worldwide.
134|The Board sets the overall strategic direction of the Federation, approves annual budgets and work plans, monitors organisational performance, and ensures that GSCF remains true to its mission and values. Board members are elected by the membership for fixed terms, ensuring balanced representation across regions and organisation types.
135| Learn More 136|GSCF operates a number of specialist committees that focus on key strategic areas of our work. These committees bring together subject-matter experts from our member organisations to drive progress on specific initiatives, develop policy positions, and share best practices across the self-care community.
142|Current committees include groups focused on regulatory affairs, evidence-based self-care, environmental sustainability, WHO engagement, and policy development. Each committee reports to the Board of Directors and contributes directly to our advocacy and programmatic outputs.
143| Learn More 144|The strength of the Global Self-Care Federation lies in its diverse and committed membership base. Our members include national and regional self-care associations from around the world, as well as leading manufacturers in the self-care industry. Together, they represent millions of consumers and a significant proportion of the global self-care market.
150|Members benefit from a platform for collaboration, advocacy support, access to the latest research and data, networking opportunities, and a unified voice in shaping the global self-care agenda. Membership is open to organisations that share our commitment to advancing self-care for better health outcomes.
151| Learn More 152|Behind the Global Self-Care Federation's work is a dedicated team of professionals based in Geneva, Switzerland, and working with partners around the world. Our team brings expertise in public health, policy advocacy, regulatory affairs, communications, and organisational management to advance the Federation's mission.
158|The Secretariat supports the Board, Executive Committee, and all GSCF Committees in their work, ensuring operational excellence, effective stakeholder engagement, and the timely delivery of our strategic priorities.
159| Learn More 160|The Global Self-Care Federation is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and transparency. Our Code of Ethics sets out the principles and values that guide our work and the behaviour expected of all Board members, committee participants, staff, and member organisations.
166|The Code covers key areas including integrity in advocacy, responsible marketing of self-care products, management of conflicts of interest, respect for intellectual property, and commitment to evidence-based policy. Compliance with the Code of Ethics is a condition of membership, and regular reviews ensure it remains fit for purpose in a changing global environment.
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