WS 16 - Co-Creation and Co-Ownership of the UHC and SDG Agendas

The proof of quality Universal Health Coverage will be it the extent to which it is able to reach all people, where they live, and deliver the best possible care with optimal existing and new tools, which are affordable and accessible, and do not place undue burden on the health system or upon primary caregivers. In many countries, the test will be the extent to which quality UHC can be delivered to neglected and vulnerable populations, including those living with NTDs.

A presupposition that their needs can be responded to is that their needs are known. A test of that is their involvement in the creation and implementation of policies and services. The global community has just launched its Global Action Plan to achieve SDG3, which includes plans to accelerate research and innovation.

This workshop will brainstorm how to ensure neglected populations at the center of the implementation of the UHC and SDG agendas, so that areas of critical importance to assure needs driven innovation and access are designed with and around them. The workshop will scrutinizing existing efforts – including platforms, partnerships and coalitions – for the extent to which they involve and co-create policies with affected populations, and draw on lessons these can share for the implementation of UHC and contribute to achieving the SDGs.