We are proud to announce the official launch of WHIS USA — the United States chapter of the World Health Innovation Summit (WHIS) and the Global Social Prescribing Alliance (GSPA).

At WHIS USA, we are committed to transforming health and wellbeing across the country through collaboration, prevention, and innovation.

By connecting healthcare professionals, community leaders, tech pioneers, policymakers, businesses, and citizens, we co-create sustainable, scalable solutions that reduce health inequalities and empower communities from New York Cityand Austin to Seattle, Los Angeles, and beyond.

Our Work Across the United States

Our work across these vibrant cities focuses on pioneering approaches to social prescribing, digital health, and community-led care.

Through strategic partnerships and engaging events, WHIS USA supports the American healthcare ecosystem by promoting holistic, preventative, and people-centred approaches aligned with local, state, and national health priorities.

Our Focus Areas

Digital Health & Innovation

Leveraging emerging technologies and AI to improve access, equity, and patient outcomes.

Social Prescribing & Community Care

Empowering individuals through non-clinical, community-based support that addresses the social determinants of health.

Sustainable & Climate-Ready Healthcare

Building future-proof health systems that address environmental and economic challenges.

Inclusive Collaboration

Bridging public, private, and non-profit sectors to drive meaningful change and scalable innovation at the local level.

Launch Cities – Summer 2026

👉 Launching Summer 2026 in New York, Austin, Seattle, Los Angeles, and more.

Be part of the movement that’s redefining health innovation city by city, community by community.

WHIS USA brings together investors, innovators, public health leaders, and policy changemakers to deliver Health for All.

🌍[ WHIS USA – Chapter Leadership

Chair: Jim D’Alfonso, DNP, RN, PhD(h), NEA-BC, FNAP, FAAN 📧 Contact Jim for more information

WHIS USA operates as the official volunteer chapter of WHIS and GSPA, empowering communities across the United States to co-create health and wellbeing initiatives, support social prescribing, and connect with a global network of chapters driving positive change.

🔹 What WHIS USA 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 international WHIS events.

🔹 Chapter Roles

Leadership & Operations

• Chair: Jim D’Alfonso — Leads WHIS USA, supports members, and ensures local voices shape initiatives.
• Co-Chairs: Sheva Carr & Robert Browning — Guiding strategy, partnerships, and community projects.
• Recruitment & Operations Lead: Coordinates team workflows and chapter organisation.

Communications Team

• Director & Officers: Manage storytelling, media, and communications.
• Team Members: Support social media, design, and content creation.

Community Engagement Team

• Head of Community Engagement & Officers: Build partnerships, gather stories, and implement neighbourhood initiatives.

🌟 Participation, Values & Inclusivity

• Participation is voluntary and locally managed, with guidance from WHIS/GSPA.
• Chapters uphold WHIS values: honesty, integrity, inclusivity, and respect.
• Open to all ages and communities — creating safe, accessible, stigma-free spaces.

📱 Chapter Set-Up Requirements

• Local WhatsApp group for team coordination
• Gmail account (e.g., whisusa@gmail.com – example)
• Social media channels to engage your community

“WHIS USA marks a pivotal moment in our global mission to connect innovation, community, and health. By bringing together healthcare professionals, community leaders, technologists, and policymakers across the United States, we are co-creating solutions that are preventative, people-centred, and scalable. This chapter will empower communities, advance social prescribing, and strengthen the global network of WHIS and GSPA, so that health and wellbeing are accessible to all city by city, community by community.” Gareth Presch, Foudner, CEO, WHIS, CEO, GSPA

🌐 Join the Global Network

Connect with chapters worldwide and share your initiatives through the WHIS global community.

📝 Submit Your Chapter

Submit your team and chapter details via the official Google Form, including:

• Vision and goals
• Leadership roles
• Planned initiatives
• 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

WHIS USA is now live — and together, we are shaping the future of health innovation across America.