The Second Forum of WHO Collaborating Centres: Connecting Science, Advancing Health will bring together scientific institutions, public health experts and representatives of the World Health Organization to strengthen international collaboration and advance evidence-based healthcare.

Building on the inaugural Global Forum held in Lyon, France, in April 2026, the second forum is scheduled for 7–9 April 2027. The event aims to connect scientific expertise across the global network of WHO Collaborating Centres, encourage knowledge sharing and strengthen partnerships that support international health priorities.

Key themes include scientific cooperation, public health innovation, research collaboration, evidence-informed health policy and coordinated responses to emerging global health challenges. The forum provides a platform for participating institutions to exchange experience, identify opportunities for joint initiatives and explore how scientific knowledge can be translated into practical improvements in health systems and population well-being.

The Second Forum of WHO Collaborating Centres highlights the importance of connecting research, technical expertise and international partnerships to advance global health. It is particularly relevant to public health researchers, academic institutions, healthcare professionals, policymakers and organisations working to strengthen health outcomes worldwide.