Uniting Civil Society Against Infectious Diseases

A global alliance advocating for stronger policies and greater resources to combat infectious diseases

About IDA

The Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) is a global network uniting civil society organisations committed to the prevention, treatment, and control of infectious diseases. As a collective voice for the infectious disease community, IDA advocates for stronger policies, increased resources, and prioritization by policymakers and public health authorities worldwide. By fostering partnerships and driving collaborative projects, IDA ensures that infectious diseases remain at the forefront of the global health agenda, while advancing research and innovation in their prevention and control.

15 million

human deaths since 2003 due to infectious diseases and pandemics

$4 trillion

in economic losses globally since 2003 as a result of infectious diseases and pandemics

75% animal origin

Over the past three decades, more than 30 new human pathogens have been identified, with 75% of these originating from animal sources

10 million

it is estimated that deaths attributable to AMR could reach 10 million annually by 2050

Specialized Committees

Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
HIV/AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Respiratory InfectionsVector-Borne Diseases
Zoonotic Diseases
Emerging Infectious Diseases
Etc.

Advocacy and Policy Committee

Research and Innovation Committee

Infectious Disease Emergency Management Committee

Global Health Agenda

IDA works to ensure that infectious diseases remain a priority on the global health agenda. Through high-level engagement with WHO, EU, UN agencies, and other key international bodies, IDA advocates for increased funding, political commitment, and policy action to address infectious diseases.

Collaborative partnerships

Collaboration is key to achieving impactful outcomes in the fight against infectious diseases. The Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) fosters collaborative partnerships with organizations, institutions, and individuals to drive collective action and innovation. Join us in forging partnerships for a healthier world!

SDG Target 3.3

The Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) is fully committed to advocating for and implementing SDG Target 3.3, which aims to "end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and neglected tropical diseases, and combat hepatitis, water-borne diseases, and other communicable diseases by 2030."

Through strategic partnerships, policy reform, and innovative advocacy, IDA works to accelerate global efforts to combat these diseases, ensuring that no community is left behind in the fight to achieve this critical global health target.

Upcoming Events

Infectious Disease Science Summit at UNGA80
Tue, Sep 16
New York
Sep 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – Sep 17, 2025, 5:00 PM
New York, New York, NY, USA
Sep 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – Sep 17, 2025, 5:00 PM
New York, New York, NY, USA
The Infectious Disease Science Summit at UNGA80, organized by the Infectious Diseases Alliance (IDA), aims to unite global leaders, scientists, and policymakers to address pressing challenges in infectious disease management.
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IDA Virtual Forum: Global Infectious Disease Policy Priorities
Thu, Feb 12
Virtual Event
Feb 12, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM GMT+1
Virtual Event
Feb 12, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM GMT+1
Virtual Event
Yearly event bringing together gathering of infectious disease stakeholders to discuss strategies for strengthening global infectious disease preparedness and response.
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Global Infectious Disease Awareness Week (September 2025)
Date and time is TBD
Online campaign
Date and time is TBD
Online campaign
Date and time is TBD
Online campaign
A global campaign week involving webinars, social media drives, and local events focused on raising awareness about the burden of infectious diseases and the need for sustained global action.
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World Health Assembly side event (May 2025)
Date and time is TBD
Geneva
Date and time is TBD
Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Date and time is TBD
Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Side event aiming at leveraging WHA’s global attention to advocate for more funding, stronger health systems, and the inclusion of infectious diseases and the One Health approach in global health agendas.
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