Advocates from NCD alliances from around the world to gather in New York and call for Heads of State and Government to demonstrate leadership at the High-level Meeting of the United Nations to advance NCD care and Universal Health Coverage.

Representatives from various countries are gathering in New York to address the urgent need for action on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The goal of this meeting is to discuss and coordinate strategies that will accelerate progress in the prevention and care of NCDs while ensuring that UHC remains people-centred.

Advocates attending the meeting include individuals with lived experiences of NCDs. These advocates will share their knowledge and experiences from their respective countries, contributing to the collective efforts to address NCDs and promote UHC.

The discussions taking place during this meeting are crucial to maximising the upcoming United Nations High-Level Meeting on UHC, scheduled for September 21, 2023. The advocates emphasise the importance of meeting the needs of people living with NCDs.

In the lead-up to the High-Level Meeting, the NCD Alliance will run a series of events and activities as part of the Global Week for Action campaign, focusing on the theme of "Care." This campaign aims to send a clear message to governments, donors, international agencies, and the private sector: the time for caring is now.

By coming together and advocating for the prevention and care of NCDs and promoting UHC, these global alliances hope to make a significant impact on improving health outcomes and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their health condition, has access to quality healthcare.