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The WHO officially launched "Together for Science and Health" on World Science Day, rallying over 240 organizations to strengthen public trust in science. The movement focuses on bridging science and society, improving evidence-based health policy, and combating misinformation. French President Macron and WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros are co-leading the initiative.
The World Health Organization (WHO) officially launched Together for Science and Health on November 10, 2026 — World Science Day for Peace and Development — uniting more than 240 organizations in a shared mission to rebuild and sustain global trust in science. Co-led by WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and French President Emmanuel Macron, the movement is closely tied to the Paris Peace Forum, underscoring its international diplomatic significance.
The initiative is built around three core pillars: bringing scientists and communities closer together, strengthening the use of evidence in health policy-making, and improving science communication — including tackling misinformation and disinformation. It also addresses how rapid technological change and AI are reshaping how people access and interpret health information.
Key Takeaways:
Why it matters: At a time when misinformation is eroding public confidence in health systems, this movement represents a coordinated, global effort to ensure that scientific progress translates into real-world health benefits — for everyone, everywhere.
