The 9th Global Public Health Conference (GLOBEHEAL 2026) was successfully held on 12th–13th February 2026 in Bali, Indonesia, under the theme “Positive Responses to Global Public Health: Challenges and Solutions.”
This global event brought together 300+ participants from 40 countries, creating an inclusive and energized platform for dialogue, learning, and cross‑sector collaboration. The conference explored diverse public health challenges—from infectious diseases and AMR to climate‑driven health risks, mental health, and digital innovation—while emphasizing equity, system strengthening, and community‑centered solutions.
GLOBEHEAL 2026 aimed to advance practical, evidence‑driven approaches aligned with global public health priorities. Through keynote speeches, plenary discussions, workshops, policy dialogues, and structured networking, participants engaged in meaningful conversations that addressed system resilience, preventive strategies, and innovative health interventions.
Throughout the two days, attendees had opportunities to exchange ideas, explore collaborative research pathways, and form long-term partnerships that will influence public health practice, policy, and academic work worldwide. The conference reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening global cooperation, improving health equity, and advancing sustainable, impactful solutions for healthier communities everywhere.
Positive Responses to Global Public Health: Challenges and Solutions
• Dr. Judilynn L. Niedo-Solidum, Professor – University of the Philippines Manila, President UNIFFIED Manila Plus Chapter, Philippines
• Prof. Dr. Gilmore G. Solidum, Professor, College of Nursing PLM President, UNIFFIED Manila Plus Chapter, Philippines
• Dr. Brian A. Primack, Oregon State University, USA
• Prof. Martha Chadyiwa, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa
• Prof. Dr. Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh, Public Health Specialist, Faculty of Medicine, The National University of Malaysia (UKM), Malaysia
• Dr. Sreeja P. A., Professor and HOD, Department of Pharmacy Practice , Faculty of Pharmacy, Dr. M. G. R. Educational and Research Institute, India
• Dr. Ni Wayan Septarini, Udayana University, Indonesia
• Dr. Ni Luh Putu Suariyani, Udayana University, Indonesia
• Dr. OM Prakash Singh, Professor (Non-Medical), Department of Community Medicine and Public Health King Georg’s Medical University, India
• Dr Vincent La Placa, University of Greenwich, United Kingdom
• Dr. Julia Morgan, University of Greenwich, United Kingdom
• Christian C. Abnet, Ph.D., M.P.H., Senior Investigator, Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, NCI/DCEG, NIH, USA
• Dr. Mohammad Bagher Rokni, Professor, Department of Medical Parasitology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran
• Assoc. Prof. Putu Ayu Swandewi Astuti, Udayana University, Indonesia
• Prof. Dr. Alabed Ali Ahmed Alabed, Professor – Community Medicine, University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia
• Dr. Shirley S. Wong, Programme Head – Dentistry, Centro Escolar Malolos University, Philippines
• Dr. Sreya Kosanam, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Pharamacy, Dr. M. G. R. Educational and Research Institute, India
• Prof. Dr. Nimali Thakshila Withanage, Professor of Practice, Researcher, Journalist Department of Yoga, Consciousness and Naturopathy,Andhra University, India
• Dr. Komang Ayu Kartika Sari, Udayana University, Indonesia
• Dr. Jonathan Malagobadan, University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia
• Dr. Nor Asiah Muhamad, Institute for Medical Research, National Institutes of Health, Ministry of Health, Malaysia
• Dr. Ruhana Che Yusof, University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia
• Dr. Billy Jay Pedron, De La Salle Health Sciences Institute, Philippines
• Dr. Meram Mohammed Ali Azzani, MARA University of Technology, Malaysia
• Dr. Ima Kashim, Central University, Nicaragua
• Dr. Jessa Mae Rosete De Guzman, Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center, Philippines
• Dr. Phindile Shangase, University of the Free State, South Africa
• Dr. Conrigo Boya Trota Santos, University School of Medicine in Zamboanga City, Philippines
• Dr. K. C. Kalubowila, Consultant Community Physician (Act.), Medical Technology and Services Unit, Ministry of Health and Mass Media, Sri Lanka
• Dr. Lolu Aluko, University of Free State, South Africa
• Dr. Enkhtuguldur Myagmar-Ochir, Head, Center of Health Statistics and GIS, Institute of Public Health, MNUMS, Mongolia
• Dr. Eni Bushi, University of Medicine Tirana, Albania
• Dr. Subash Chandra Sonkar, Maulana Azad Medical College and Associated Hospitals, India
• Dr. Kija Malale Nchambi, University of the Free State, South Africa
• Dr. Sathish Kumar, District Surveillance Officer, O/O Chief Medical Officer, India
• Dr. Ioannis Adamopoulos, Department of Environmental Hygiene and Public Health Inspections, Hellenic Republic Region of Attica
• Dr. Nousheen Hamid, Mohammed Al-Mana College for Medical Sciences, Saudi Arabia
• Dr. Harit Agroia, Public health practitioner, San Jose State University, USA
• Dr. Anthony Rabang, University of the Philippines – Philippine General Hospital, Philippines
• Dr. Asma Jamal Antara, IEDCR, Bangladesh
• Dr. Rajeshwari B. S, Institute of Health Management Research, India
• Dr. Paul Dayandayan, National University Manila, Philippines
University of Greenwich
United Kingdom
University of Greenwich
United Kingdom
Professor, Department of Medical Parasitology
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Iran
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
South Africa
Public Health Specialist
Faculty of Medicine, The National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Malaysia
Director Public Health Policy Diplomacy and Communication
Zambia National Public Health Institute
Zambia
Bowen University,
Nigeria
Yale University,
USA
By Dr. Yuvaraj Krishnamoorthy, Head, Evidence Synthesis Unit, PROPUL Evidence LLP, India
By Dr. Mohammad Bagher Rokni, Department of Medical Parasitology & Mycology, School of Public Health & Institute of Public Health Research, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran
by Professor Sogo Matlala, Associate Professor, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa
University of Greenwich,
United Kingdom
University of Greenwich
United Kingdom
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Iran
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
South Africa
Rector
Dwijendra University
Indonesia
Public Health Specialist
Faculty of Medicine, The National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Malaysia
Zambia National Public Health Institute Zambia
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