TUFH 2026: Bayanihan for Health Equity
Co-Creating Social Innovations for Responsive & Resilient Health Systems
TUFH 2026 is a joint conference between The Network: Towards Unity for Health and the University of the Philippines Manila. The conference will take place from August 4-7, 2026 at the Henry Sy Sr. Medical Sciences Building, University of the Philippines Manila.
The official 2026 theme is Bayanihan for Health Equity: Co-Creating Social Innovations for Responsive & Resilient Health Systems. “Bayanihan” reflects communal unity, collective action, and mutual support, anchoring the conference in the idea that equitable health systems are built with communities, not merely for them.
TUFH 2026 will be an international, intersectoral, and intergenerational in-person and virtual conference. The organizers strongly recommend attending in person, while still providing virtual participation for those unable to travel.
Bayanihan for Health Equity
Co-Creating Social Innovations for Responsive & Resilient Health Systems
Four connected pathways for change
Community-Driven Health Systems: strengthening local solutions for sustainable impact.
Equity by Design: harnessing technology, data, and innovation in health and education.
Strengthening the Global Health Workforce: recruitment, retention, capacity-building, and support in underserved communities.
From Policy to Practice: exploring barriers and enablers through local partnerships.
Conference timeline
Abstract submission opens.
Submission deadline for workshops, TUFH Talks, and TUFH documentaries.
Extended submission deadline for oral presentations.
Presenter registration deadline to be included in the conference program.
Registration deadline for physical participation.
Registration deadline for virtual participation.
Plan your participation
Conference rates are adjusted according to country income as set by the World Bank. Physical registration includes four full conference days, networking opportunities, Conference on the Move, keynote sessions, scientific sessions, and social events.
