Sustainable Financing for NCDs: Final Webinar Ahead of UN High-Level Meeting

12 September 2025

The fifth and last webinar in WHO’s series on “Sustainable Financing for NCDs and Mental Health” will take place on 18 September 2025, at 8:00 AM Washington, DC time (12:00 PM UTC). This session will highlight key insights from the June 2024 international dialogue, which brought together ministries of health and finance, development partners, civil society, and technical experts to discuss innovative financing approaches for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health.

In the lead-up to the Fourth High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly (#HLM4) on September 25, where Member States are expected to endorse a bold political declaration to accelerate NCD prevention and control, this webinar provides a crucial platform for reflection on priority actions. Key topics include addressing the prices of medicines, establishing supportive digital health systems, and advancing health service delivery research.

The webinar aims to strengthen collaborative efforts by uniting diverse stakeholders in the health and finance sectors to promote sustainable financing models and policies that align fiscal and health priorities. By sharing lessons learned and concrete recommendations, the session will contribute to mounting global momentum ahead of the UN High-level Meeting.

Those interested are encouraged to register in advance using the following link: https://worldbankgroup.zoom.us/webinar/register/8817573414801/WN_Ibac60i8TgKjFUVXVzbJcQ#/registration.

This final webinar marks an important milestone in advancing sustainable financing solutions for NCDs and mental health, setting the stage for transformative commitments at the upcoming UN forum.