Welcome to the Middle East and North Africa Health Policy Forum (MENA HPF)
The MENA Health Policy Forum is an independent, non-profit research organization dedicated to advancing the development and implementation of effective, evidence-based health policies across the Middle East and North Africa region. The Forum is committed to strengthening health systems and improving population health outcomes by promoting rigorous research, facilitating knowledge exchange, and supporting informed policy dialogue at both regional and international levels.
As a platform that brings together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and development partners, the Forum fosters collaboration and interdisciplinary engagement on key health policy challenges affecting the region. It actively works to bridge the gap between research and policy by encouraging the production and use of high-quality evidence in decision-making processes, while also supporting capacity building and institutional strengthening across relevant sectors.
Through its initiatives, publications, and convening activities, the Forum aims to contribute to a more coordinated and impactful health policy environment, grounded in data, dialogue, and shared learning. Its work reflects a strong commitment to inclusivity, regional cooperation, and policy relevance, with a focus on addressing the most pressing and complex health challenges facing countries in the MENA region.
This website serves as a gateway to the Forum’s mission, activities, and outputs, offering insights into its role in promoting and strengthening evidence-informed health policy development and fostering sustainable improvements in health systems across the region.
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MENA HPF, the Middle East and North Africa Health Policy Forum, is an independent, non-profit research organization aiming to enhance the development of health policies in the region
