The World Health Organization (WHO) invites participants to register for the Sixth Global School on Refugee and Migrant Health, a flagship capacity-building program designed to strengthen leadership and collaboration in health and migration. This year’s theme focuses on how leadership across countries can drive policies and actions that promote equitable, inclusive, and resilient health systems for refugees and migrants.

Event Dates: 9–11 December 2025
Format: Hybrid (Online + Geneva, Switzerland)
Registration Deadline: 5 December 2025
Cost: Free
Level: Open to policymakers, practitioners, civil society, youth, researchers, and individuals working in health and migration

With more than one billion people on the move globally, health systems must adapt to ensure refugees and migrants receive timely, culturally sensitive, and accessible health services. The Global School provides a platform to discuss these challenges, share innovative approaches, and highlight evidence-based practices that advance health for all.

What to Expect

The three-day program will include:

• High-level discussions on leadership, policy and governance in refugee and migrant health
• Interactive panels with global, regional, national and community leaders
• Country case studies showcasing practical experiences and innovative solutions
• Dialogue on strengthening coordination across sectors to support inclusive health systems
• Evidence-based sessions on Universal Health Coverage (UHC), service integration, and resilience

Participants who attend the full online program will receive a certificate.
In-person participation in Geneva is by invitation only, while the online livestream is open to all.

Who Should Attend

This opportunity is suitable for:

• Policymakers and government officials
• Public health practitioners and technical experts
• Civil society organizations and NGOs
• Youth networks and community actors
• Researchers, academics, and students in health and migration
• Representatives of international and regional organizations

How to Register

Registration is completed through the official WHO event page.
Follow the link below and fill out the registration form before the deadline:

Register here.

Participants will receive confirmation and instructions for accessing the live online sessions. Registration closes on 5 December 2025.

About the WHO Global School on Refugee and Migrant Health

Launched in 2020, the Global School is WHO’s flagship learning program under the Health and Migration Special Initiative. It supports knowledge exchange, technical learning and peer collaboration across countries. Previous editions were hosted in Switzerland, Jordan, Bangladesh, Senegal and Colombia, focusing on primary health care, Universal Health Coverage, human resources for health, and social determinants of health.

A detailed agenda for the 2025 edition will be published on the WHO website.

For more information, click here.