About Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA)

Our Organization

The Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) is a global public health advocacy organization dedicated to addressing the challenges posed by infectious diseases. Our alliance brings together diverse stakeholders to advocate for policies and resources aimed at preventing, treating, controlling, and researching infectious diseases worldwide. IDA recognizes that the health of humans, animals, and plants are interconnected and is dedicated to addressing this complexity through a One Health approach. We are committed to promoting awareness, mobilizing support, and fostering collaboration to combat infectious diseases effectively.

Our Vision

IDA envisions a world where the burden of infectious diseases is significantly reduced, and every individual has access to the resources needed to prevent and treat infectious diseases, irrespective of their location.

Our Mission

The mission of IDA is to unite civil society organizations to drive action on the prevention, treatment, and control of infectious diseases in humans, animals, and plants by advancing a One Health approach.

IDA's Draft Policy Strategy 2025-2030

Our policy strategy presents our 5-year roadmap for growing IDA's initiatives and generating meaningful impact in the area of infectious diseases.

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Our Advisors

Per Henriksen

Former Chief Veterinary Officer for Denmark and Veterinary Director at the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration, Per Henriksen serves as a key advisor to IDA on animal health issues. With over 30 years of experience in veterinary science, public health, and food safety, he has a proven track record of collaboration with national and international health authorities, including WOAH and the European Council. His extensive background in regulatory roles and research offers valuable insights into animal welfare standards, sustainable practices, and effective policy implementation, significantly strengthening IDA’s mission and initiatives.

Norman Begg

With nearly 40 years of expertise in infectious disease prevention and vaccine development, Norman has led impactful initiatives across both public and private sectors. At GlaxoSmithKline, he played a key role in developing and introducing life-saving vaccines, supported by his international experience from his work with the World Health Organisation. His expertise will provide strategic guidance to strengthen our vaccine advocacy initiatives, playing a critical role in advancing our mission to combat infectious diseases through a One Health approach.

Prof. Kåre Mølbak

Former Director of Infectious Disease Epidemiology & Prevention, Statens Serum Institut, agency under Danish MoH, Prof. Kåre Mølbak endorses IDA: "The landscape of infectious diseases is fragmented, with various actors working independently across different disease areas. There is an urgent need for a unifying platform like the Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) to bring together diverse perspectives from civil society and foster collaboration, creating a unified advocacy voice to address infectious diseases globally."

Tine Rikke Jørgensen

Tine Rikke Jørgensen is a senior global public health expert with over 20 years of experience in infectious diseases, vaccines, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), health policy and innovation from both the public and the private sector. She has a strong background in market access, policy, and strategic advocacy, having held key positions at World Health Organization, and leading pharmaceutical companies. Her expertise spans global health strategy, vaccine policy, and AMR initiatives, with a focus on driving impactful partnerships and shaping international health policies. As a skilled strategist and advocate, she has successfully accelerated access to medicines and vaccines, strengthened policy frameworks, and advanced global health solutions. She is currently a guest researcher at the Globe Institute, which is part of the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen working on AMR and bacteriophage research. In addition to her advisory role at ID Alliance, Tine is the founder of Women in Global Health Denmark and continues to contribute to research, policy, and innovation in public health.

Strategic Goals and Objectives

To fulfill its mission, IDA has set the following strategic goals and objectives:

Advocate for Policies and Resources

IDA leads global advocacy efforts to ensure infectious diseases receive adequate attention and resources, while recognizing the interconnectedness of health across humans, animals, and ecosystems.

Promote Research and Evidence-Based Policies

IDA will promote the generation and dissemination of research that informs policies and practices in infectious disease prevention and control. The Alliance will also work to foster interdisciplinary research that explores zoonotic diseases and other health challenges at the human-animal-environment interface.

Strengthen Civil Society Voices

By providing a platform for civil society organisations, IDA will empower its members to have a meaningful role in shaping global health policies. IDA will ensure its members’ voices are heard in international fora, including the WHO and UN.

Foster Global Partnerships

IDA will collaborate with international organisations, governments, academia, and the private sector to build a global network focused on reducing the burden of infectious diseases.

Elevate Infectious Diseases on the Global Health Agenda

Through targeted advocacy and strategic communications, IDA will work to ensure infectious diseases remain high on the global health and development agenda, advocating for sustainable and long-term solutions.

Core Values

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Integrity:

IDA commits to maintaining the highest ethical standards in its advocacy and operations, ensuring trust and respect among its members and partners.

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Independence:

The Alliance will maintain full independence from any entities or funders that might compromise its mission or integrity, ensuring its work is not unduly influenced.

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Collaboration:

IDA believes in the power of partnerships and collective action to address global health challenges. It fosters collaboration among its members and with external partners, striving for mutual support and shared knowledge.

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Equity:

IDA is dedicated to advocating for vulnerable populations disproportionately affected by infectious diseases, ensuring that all voices are heard, and that interventions reach those in greatest need.

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Accountability: Transparency and accountability are central to IDA’s work, ensuring that decisions are made openly and that IDA remains answerable to its members and stakeholders.