World Health Innovation Summit India
WHIS India: Transforming Healthcare Through Innovation and Community
At the World Health Innovation Summit (WHIS) India, we are committed to transforming healthcare through collaboration, prevention, and innovation.
By connecting healthcare professionals, community leaders, businesses, policymakers, investors, and citizens, we co-create sustainable solutions that enhance wellbeing and reduce health inequalities across India.
Our work will initially focus on major innovation hubs, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, pioneering new approaches to social prescribing, digital health, and community-driven care.
Through strategic partnerships and dynamic large-scale events, WHIS India will support national and state health priorities by promoting holistic, preventative, and person-centred solutions aligned with India’s long-term economic and public health ambitions.
Our Focus Areas
- Digital Health & Innovation
Harnessing cutting-edge technologies to improve care delivery, access, measurement, and patient outcomes. - Social Prescribing & Community Wellbeing
Empowering individuals through non-clinical support, prevention, and community engagement. - Sustainable Healthcare Solutions
Addressing India’s environmental and economic health challenges through climate-ready, future-focused strategies. - Collaborative Networks
Bridging public, private, academic, and third sectors to drive inclusive, scalable innovation.
What We Do
- Convene leaders across health, policy, finance, technology, and communities to turn ideas into action.
- Deliver global and city-based summits, strategic roundtables, leadership forums, festivals, and community programmes.
- Focus on prevention, innovation, health equity, and sustainable health systems.
Programs & Impact
- WHISKids: Promoting mental health and wellbeing for children
- WHISatWork: Enhancing workforce wellbeing and productivity through stress management (From Surviving to Thriving)
- WHISSeniors: Supporting healthy ageing with falls prevention and social connection (Turning Ageing Into Opportunity)
- WHISGreen: Advancing health and sustainability by reducing energy and water waste
- WHISTech: Transforming health and wellbeing through digital innovation
- Social Prescribing (Global Social Prescribing Alliance - GSPA)
*WHIS Wellbeing Needs Assessment Form.
All the above are ISO policy paper aligned - ISO Aligned Global Health Infrastructure
WHIS designs and delivers high-impact health and wellbeing events for governments, cities, corporates, investors, and communities.
From concept to execution, we manage every aspect of your event to ensure a seamless experience. We also provide strategic advisory, host expert roundtables, and convene policy discussions to drive meaningful impact.
WHIS Partnership & Collaboration Interest Form
Submit your interest in collaborating with WHIS to promote health innovation and wellbeing.
We’re always looking to work with innovative organizations and individuals who share our vision for advancing health, wellbeing, and innovation. Whether you’re interested in co-creating products, exploring membership opportunities, sponsoring events, or developing new initiatives with WHIS, this form helps us understand how we can collaborate.
Why Partner with WHIS?
- Credibility: Recognised by governments, global institutions, and health leaders
- Convening Power: Access to cross-sector decision-makers and communities
- Strategic Design: Events aligned with policy, workforce, and system priorities
- Action-Oriented: Focus on outcomes, not just conversation
- Global Reach: International network with local delivery capability
Get Involved
- Memberships: For individuals and organisations
- Partnerships: Collaborate on projects and innovation
- Investors: Back scalable solutions for global impact
Global Social Prescribing Alliance
- Global Playbook for Social Prescribing
- Artificial Intelligence in Digital Health and Social Prescribing (2026)
- Global Social Prescribing Workforce Development & Opportunities (2026)
- Prevention as an Investable Asset Class - Building Health, Wealth, and Sustainable Systems (2026)
- Global Social Prescribing Alliance Student Movement Playbook 2026
WHIS brings together investors, government leaders, and industry experts to accelerate health innovation that delivers Health for All.
Coming Soon: WHIS India – The Innovation Capital of Asia (2026–2028)
Proposed Launch: November 2026 (TBC)
Annual Audience: 20,000–30,000 attendees
Founding Team:
Gareth Presch (CEO & Founder, WHIS & GSPA)
Snigdha Verma (Founder & CEO, Peepal)
Sheva Carr (Global Ambassador, WHIS)
Robert Browning (Global Ambassador, WHIS)
India is poised to become a regional and global Innovation Capital of Asia — and WHIS India will be the platform to make it happen.
Launching in November 2026, with annual editions planned through 2027 and 2028 (and the opportunity for continuation beyond), WHIS India will unite government, universities, innovators, investors, and communities to build a thriving ecosystem of health, wellbeing, and social impact.
As a fully-fledged chapter, aligned with the WHIS USA model, WHIS India will create a structured, sustainable, and globally connected platform for prevention, precision health, and economic growth.
Our Vision
WHIS India will support national and state health ministries to:
- Empower people to manage their own health and wellbeing
- Accelerate prevention as investable infrastructure
- Drive sustainable economic growth
- Position India as a world-leading hub for health innovation
WHIS brings together investors, government leaders, and industry experts to accelerate health innovation that delivers Health for All.
👉 Be part of the movement – in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad!
Contact: info@whis.world
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🌍 WHIS India – Chapter
Our Mission
🌍 WHIS India – Volunteer Chapter
Chair: Gareth Presch
📧 Contact info@whis.world for more information
WHIS India is the official Volunteer Chapter (Presentation) of the World Health Innovation Summit (WHIS) and Global Social Prescribing Alliance (GSPA). Our mission is to empower communities across India to co-create health and wellbeing initiatives, support social prescribing,
and connect with a global network of chapters driving positive change.
🔹 What WHIS India is Doing
- Community Wellbeing Projects: Running local initiatives to improve mental health, reduce isolation, and encourage healthy lifestyles.
- Youth & Student Engagement: Supporting students and young leaders to develop leadership, project management, and communications skills through community-led activities.
- Social Prescribing Support: Partnering with local health services and charities to connect people with community resources.
- Awareness & Advocacy: Hosting events, workshops, and campaigns to raise awareness of social prescribing and holistic health.
- Global Collaboration: Sharing best practices, learning from other chapters, and participating in WHIS international events.
🔹 Chapter Roles
Leadership & Operations:
- Chair Gareth Presch: Leads WHIS India, supports members, and ensures local voices shape initiatives.
- Co-Chair Snigdha Verma: Helps guide strategy, partnerships, and local projects.
- Recruitment & Operations Lead: Coordinates team workflows and chapter organisation.
Communications Team:
- Director & Officers: Manage storytelling, media, and communications to promote chapter activities.
- Team Members: Support social media, design, and content creation.
Community Engagement Team:
- Head of Community Engagement & Officers: Build partnerships, gather stories, and implement projects in local neighborhoods.
🌟 Participation, Values & Inclusivity
- Participation is voluntary and locally managed; WHIS/GSPA provide guidance and support.
- Chapters uphold WHIS values: honesty, integrity, inclusivity, and respect.
- Open to all ages and communities, creating safe, accessible, and stigma-free spaces.
📱 Chapter Set-Up Requirements
- Local WhatsApp group for team coordination
- Gmail account whisvolunteer@gmail.com
- Social media channels to engage your community
🌐 Join the Network - here.
Connect with chapters worldwide and share your initiatives:
Join the Global WhatsApp Community
📝 Submit Your Submission to be a Global Chapter
Submit your team and chapter details via our Google Form, including vision, goals, roles, and social media accounts. Chapters receive an annual licence based on activity, impact, and alignment with WHIS / GSPA values.
✅ Build your team | ✅ Launch local projects | ✅ Connect globally
TEAM
Dr Amir Hannan MBE - Chairman World Health Innovation Summit
Founder, Gareth Presch