Social Innovation in Health Initiative

A network of passionate individuals and institutions combining their skills and resources in support of key activities to promote #socialinnovation in #health.

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Watch this #SIHITalks × Let's Talk Social Innovations in Health session to learn how digital platforms are helping expand access to equitable, community-centered mental health services in Malawi.

🎥: https://t.co/dSzfMfhCqW

#socialinnovation

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

🚨 LAST DAY to register for #TUFH2026!

📍 Manila & Virtual
🗓️ 4–7 Aug 2026

⏰ Physical registration closes 30 June (TODAY)
💻 Virtual registration closes 19 July

Join the global movement.

👉 https://t.co/0r1kLURKvf

[The Network: TUFH @TheNetworkTUFH]

🚨 LAST DAY to register for #TUFH2026!

📍 Manila & Virtual
🗓️ 4–7 Aug 2026

⏰ Physical registration closes 30 June (TODAY)
💻 Virtual registration closes 19 July

Join the global movement.

👉 https://t.co/Jh8KDFXaGm

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Advance social innovation for health at TUFH2026 Join the Social Innovation in Health Summit with the @TheNetworkTUFH

[The Network: TUFH @TheNetworkTUFH]

Advance social innovation for health at TUFH2026

Join the Social Innovation in Health Summit with the @SIHIglobal, supported by TDR and co-sponsored by UNDP, UNICEF, the World Bank and WHO.

https://t.co/SKZJxfHzHr

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

This #SIHITalks episode explores the development of Social Innovation Learning Competencies, covering the knowledge, skills, and mindsets that can support community-driven health solutions and stronger health systems. 🌍💡

🎥 Watch: https://t.co/P5IkdRee5L

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Designathons are driving youth-led innovation in HIV prevention.

In this August 2024 #SIHITalks episode, the HOPE Network shares how designathons can increase awareness and uptake of PrEP through youth-led, community-driven solutions.

🎥 https://t.co/RkB9HH5HyP

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Food safety and health are two sides of the same challenge.

In Malawi, Child Legacy International addresses both through an integrated, community-centred model.

📖: https://t.co/k7nJapKd9s

#WorldFoodSafetyDay #SocialInnovation

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

🤰 In Uganda, My Pregnancy Handbook helps make maternal health information more accessible through trusted, user-friendly guidance for mothers and families.

Learn how this #innovation is supporting informed pregnancy care: https://t.co/HPIzUBrFXg

#PartnerForHealth

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

🎉 SIHI congratulates SIHI UNC, PAHO/WHO, and the @UNCpublichealth on this feature highlighting their contributions to advancing social innovation in health and growing a global ecosystem for SIH.

👉 https://t.co/Qy2uOwgmZb

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Many health issues are "wicked problems": complex, context-specific, and shaped by social determinants.

Learn how #socialinnovation helps address these challenges in this #SIHITalks episode.

📽️https://t.co/lEqtAHoi05

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Strong partnerships in health innovation must be grounded in equity.

This #SIHITalks episode explores why inclusive, community-centered collaborations are essential for creating sustainable and impactful health solutions.

🎥 https://t.co/9dqGYqS2px

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

How do we measure impact in ways that truly matter to communities?

This SIHI Talks episode explores how meaningful innovation in health goes beyond metrics by centering equity, systems change, and community ownership.

🎥 https://t.co/DSzUPaN6bi

#SocialInnovation #HealthforAll

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

UPD PsycServ shows how community-centered mental health support can strengthen wellbeing and expand access to care. Through counseling, workshops, and psychosocial support, it continues to create safer spaces for the UP community.

🔗 https://t.co/IX2DJ49OVY

#SocialInnovation

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

When communities come together, health systems grow stronger. The Ishaka Health Plan shows how community-based insurance expands access through local leadership and shared responsibility—advancing universal health coverage through #socialinnovation.

🔗 https://t.co/1DqWMAZGh0

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Implementation research strengthens #socialinnovation through co-design, local leadership, and real-time learning. As Dr. Yodi Mahendradhata notes, effective dissemination is key to driving change.

🎥 https://t.co/UPBA0pMNqd

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

#WorldHandHygieneDay starts with clean water.
The AIDFI ram pump programme in the Philippines shows how social innovation can deliver water to remote upland communities, enabling #handhygiene and reducing waterborne disease.

📖https://t.co/kvUZehEkIw

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Join the Social Innovation in Health Summit at TUFH 2026, in collaboration with The Network: Towards Unity For Health.

🔗 Learn more and register: https://t.co/a0IsGTWgdC

[The Network: TUFH @TheNetworkTUFH]

Advance social innovation for health at TUFH2026

Join the Social Innovation in Health Summit with the @SIHIglobal, supported by TDR and co-sponsored by UNDP, UNICEF, the World Bank and WHO.

https://t.co/SKZJxfHzHr

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

What does it take to transform health systems from the ground up?

We’re excited to share the SIHI Global Network Annual Report 2025—highlighting a year of innovation, research, and partnerships across our global hubs.

📄 https://t.co/6cC5HYVc1h

#PartnerforHealth

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Stepping toward “zero jiggers” 👣

Sole Hope in Uganda is tackling tungiasis through community care, health education, and locally made shoes—restoring dignity and preventing infection.

A simple, powerful model of #socialinnovation in health.

🔗 https://t.co/GRp2DpvQwY

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Community health workers are the backbone of child survival in underserved communities.

SIHI's Living Goods case from Uganda shows how social innovation reduces child mortality from malaria and other preventable diseases.

#WorldMalariaDay

📖https://t.co/D27GiFqqUo

[Social Innovation in Health Initiative @SIHIglobal]

Breaking silos starts with collaboration 🤝

Too often, health and research professionals work in isolation—limiting how we solve complex challenges

Hackathons create space for co-creation, bringing diverse minds together to drive real solutions.

🎥https://t.co/pvnSoL7hXf