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ABOUT WISH

The World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH), an initiative of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (QF), will host its seventh edition of WISH Summit in Doha on 13 and 14 November 2024.

Over two days, more than 3,000 health policymakers, innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and practitioners will convene at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) to look for innovative solutions to some of the world’s most significant health challenges.

This year, WISH7 will focus on 4 main tracks:

Health of Vulnerable and Minority Populations
Health and Armed Conflict
System-level Innovation and Change
Community-Led Engagement and Intervention

WISH has partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO) to develop three WHO-led collaborative research projects, generating evidence-based reports for in-depth discussion at the summit. These reports will focus on topics that urgently require the attention of the global health community. This partnership underscores a joint commitment to enhancing policy and practice.

Additionally, local and international partners will collaborate with WISH to produce summit reports covering various issues including health systems, ethics, physical health, and mental health. WISH 2024 will continue to emphasize the need for regional perspectives on global health and the importance of translating research into practical solutions with real-world impact.

Meet Our Speakers

Dr. Christos Christou

International President, Médecins Sans Frontières

Dr. Hanan Balkhy

WHO Regional Director - EMRO

Dr. Michael Fakhri

UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

Dr. Hans Henri P. Kluge

WHO Regional Director - EURO

Ms. Sigrid Kaag

UN Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza

Prof. Dame Sally Davies

Special Envoy on Antimicrobial Resistance for the United Kingdom

Saima Wazed

WHO Regional Director - SEARO

Prof. Leonard Rubenstein

Distinguished Professor of the Practice, Center for Public Health and Human Rights

Dr. Richard Brennan, MBBS, MPH

Director of Emergencies, WHO EMRO

Dr. Rachel Clarke

Palliative Care Doctor and Author

Dr. Nour Shamas

Clinical Pharmacist and WHO Task force AMR survivor

Prof. Nisreen Alwan

Professor of Public Health at the School of Primary Care, Population Sciences and Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton

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AGENDA

Across two days, WISH7 will explore a wide range of topics through panel discussions, plenaries, workshops, roundtables and presentations. Check out the full line-up of session taking place at this year’s summit.

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NEWS & UPDATES

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RESEARCH REPORTS

This year’s summit will cover a broad array of topics addressing some of the world’s greatest health challenges, which will form the foundation for our panel discussions. Key topics include Protecting Health in Armed Conflict, Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), Precision Health, Palliative Care, the Ethical Management of AI in Healthcare, and Tuberculosis in Refugees and Migrants.

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INNOVATION HUB

The WISH7 Innovation Hub serves as the centerpiece of the summit, providing a dynamic space for delegates to engage with WISH partners and connect with one another. It features partner booths, innovation showcases, an art exhibition, and open stages for discussions and expert talks.

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DOHA HEALTHCARE WEEK

7-12 November 2024: Doha Healthcare Week, a 6-day community festival organized by WISH, occurs in the week leading up to the WISH 2024 global healthcare conference. Supported by Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health, Qatar Foundation, and the World Health Organization, and engaging stakeholders from across Qatar, this event highlights health and wellbeing through a variety of public activities, awareness campaigns, and professional workshops.

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EXPERIENCE QATAR

Engage with WISH, enjoy Qatar!
WISH has partnered with Qatar Airways and hotels to provide our delegates with exclusive rates for their visit to Qatar and the summit. We’ve also curated a selection of top attractions to help you explore and immerse yourself in Qatar’s rich culture and heritage.