The seismic impact of the global pandemic and the ensuing economic downturn has spurred a worldwide reevaluation of healthcare priorities. This reassessment is driving the development of novel operational frameworks that prioritise the sustenance of well-being and the promotion of equitable access to healthcare goods and services.
Ms. Ofeina Filimoehala, CEO of Tonga Health Promotion Foundation.
In response to the pandemic and growing environmental challenges, Thailand, as a member of the International Network of Health Promotion Foundations (INHPF), has adapted to evolving dynamics. It has re-evaluated its strategies and plans in alignment with global frameworks. These encompass the preservation of the global ecosystem, the safeguarding of social equilibrium, the pursuit of economic growth for human development, the promotion of equitable health insurance, the advancement of digital systems for insurers, and the evaluation of health and well-being.
Mr. Mark Tuohy, Chief Operating Officer, Health and Well-being Queensland, Australia
The Thai Health Promotion Foundation is honoured to host the 20th Annual Meeting of the International Network of Health Promotion Foundations (INHPF) for the second time since the organisation's establishment in 2000. This event brings together seven other members: The Western Australian Health Promotion Foundation, Korea Health Promotion Institute, Taiwan Health Promotion Administration, Tonga Health Promotion Foundation, Singapore Health Promotion Board, and the newest INHPF member, Health and Wellbeing Queensland, Australia. On November 9, 2023, in Bangkok, Thailand, the 20th INHPF Annual Meeting bore witness to the INHPF Declaration for Advancing Health Promotion toward Equitable Well-being.
The 20th Annual Meeting of the International Network of Health Promotion Foundations (INHPF) in Bangkok. From left to right; Mark uohy, COO, Health and We;;-being Queensland, Dr. Supreeda Adulyanon, Manager, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Tay Choon Hong, Chief Executive, Singapore Health Promotion Board, and Dr. Sandro Demaio, INHPF Chair
Under the leadership of Dr. Supreeda Adulyanon, Manager of the Thai Health Promotion Foundation, INHPF members declared, "We, the members and partners of the INHPF, reaffirm that health is a cornerstone of sustainable development. We endorse health promotion as an essential component of a comprehensive public health strategy to advance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities."
The INHPF Declaration for Advancing Health Promotion toward Equitable Well-being network represented by The Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, The Western Australian Health Promotion Foundation, Korea Health Promotion Institute, Taiwan Health Promotion Administration, Tonga Health Promotion Foundation, and Singapore Health Promotion Board.
Assoc. Prof. Soranit Silatham, ThaiHealthBoard Committee, emphasised, "The Thai Health Promotion Foundation has been employing innovative approaches to foster health promotion for over 22 years, achieving widespread awareness across the country. As the host, Thailand is eager to share its extensive experiences and contribute successful lessons in health promotion. The Declaration for Advancing Health Promotion toward Equitable Well-being marks INHPF's commitment to driving transformative change regionally and globally."
Dr. Sandro Demaio, Chair of INHPF, in collaboration with The Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth)
Dr. Sandro Demaio, INHPFChair, commented, "The innovative guidelines formulated by INHPF members during the 2023 meeting offer valuable insights and practical operational frameworks. Notably, Australia has adopted the alcohol and smoking reduction campaigns initiated by the Thai Health Promotion Foundation for effective results. Over the past 23 years, INHPF's performance has yielded invaluable lessons from countries worldwide through healthcare business field trips, academic sharing forums, and global health and well-being alliance meetings. Moving forward, addressing health inequities is a top priority for INHPF, and we aim to foster partnerships among our members, UN agencies, governments, and relevant stakeholders to achieve this goal. Investing in good health and well-being is the bedrock of solid and sustainable social and economic development on all fronts."
Thailand showcased its successful innovations at the 20th INHPF Annual Meeting, including the Sampran BCG Model, Smoking Reduction Massage Flipflop, Salt Meter, Movie Narration for the Blind App, SAANSOOK, the digital health evaluation app, and many more. For details on international achievements, please refer to https://en.thaihealth.or.th/.
