About CUGH
Learn about our mission, history, and the global network of academic institutions working together to advance global health.
The Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) is a Washington, DC based non-profit, 501c3 organization of over 100 academic institutions and other organizations from around the world engaged in addressing global health challenges to improve the health of people and the sustainability of our planet.
CUGH was established in 2008 with generous funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and The Rockefeller Foundation.
Our Mission
CUGH supports academic institutions and partners to improve the wellbeing of people and the sustainability of our planet through education, research, service, and advocacy.
Our Vision
Supporting the university as a transforming force in global health.
Strategic Goals & Metrics 2025-2028
CUGH’s Board of Directors, Committees and Secretariat have collaborated to develop a set of strategic goals and metrics for the organization. An outline of this along with a covering letter are available below.
History
CUGH has grown into a vibrant network of over 100 academic institutions dedicated to improving global health through education, research, service, and advocacy.
CUGH Members
A global network of over 190 academic institutions and organizations working together to advance global health.
Board of Directors
There are 16 voting members on the Board, including the Trainee Advisory Committee (TAC) chair, who serves as the student representative on the Board.
Current Staff
Our team works closely with member institutions, partners, and stakeholders to deliver programs and services that support our mission of advancing global health through education, research, service, and advocacy.
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