Webinar Kickstarts Countdown to the Global Rural Health Summit 2025

By Dr. Pratyush Kumar
Convenor, Global Rural Health Summit 2025

The journey to the Global Rural Health Summit, set for April 4, 2025, in Bengaluru, India, is off to a promising start. In advance of the summit, we hosted an inaugural webinar that garnered an impressive 126 registrations from more than 20 countries, showcasing the widespread enthusiasm for advancing rural health globally.

Webinar Highlights

The pre-summit webinar brought together a diverse group of contributors, including family doctors, public health professionals, nurses, and students from over 10 countries. Discussions centered on five key subthemes:

• Health Workforce Dynamics
• Optimizing Healthcare Delivery
• Global Health: A Local Lens
• Global Perspectives on Rural Health
• Climate Change, Urbanization, and Rural Health

Missed the event? Watch the webinar recording on YouTube to catch up on the insightful discussions.

Shaping the Future of Rural Health

We’re excited to announce that position papers on the above subthemes will soon be published. To review and contribute to the drafting of these papers, join our dedicated WhatsApp group. Access the initial drafts of the position papers here.

Mark Your Calendar: April 4, 2025

The Global Rural Health Summit will coincide with the WONCA South Asia Regional Family Medicine Congress at the Sheraton Grand in Bengaluru, India. This event promises:

• Engaging sessions and workshops led by global thought leaders.
• Networking opportunities with rural health experts and family medicine practitioners.
• Immersive experiences in India’s vibrant culture through visits to rural health centers.

Take advantage of early bird registration and secure your spot now: woncasarindia2025.com.

Get Involved

Your input is invaluable to the success of this global initiative. Whether through contributing to position papers, attending the summit, or participating in pre-conference events, we welcome your engagement.

For questions or suggestions, don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, we can make a difference in the health and well-being of rural communities worldwide.

We look forward to seeing you in April 2025!

For more details, visit the Global Rural Health Summit website.