**Global Social Prescribing Summit 2025: A Turning Point for Global Health **
By Gareth Presch, CEO, Global Social Prescribing Alliance
In 2020, when James Sanderson and I came together to co-found the Global Social Prescribing Alliance, our vision was bold but clear — to enable a world where health systems see and support the whole person. We set out to build a global community committed to a shared mission: transforming health and care through personalised, community-based support.
Five years on, that vision is no longer an aspiration — it’s a growing global reality.
On Friday, July 25, 2025, we invite you to be part of that transformation at the Global Social Prescribing Summit, held online, and accessible to all. This event is more than a conference — it’s a global movement gathering pace. It’s where frontline practitioners, policymakers, innovators, and community leaders meet to exchange knowledge, ideas, and action plans.
Summit Highlights
From opening remarks at 9:30AM GMT to our closing keynote at 5:00PM, the agenda is packed with meaningful dialogue and real-world insights:
- Opening Keynote: James Sanderson, our Chairman, sets the tone on the future of social prescribing in global health.
- Access & Equity Panel: Andy Cox, Claudia Batz and others tackle how to close the gap and ensure everyone benefits from social prescribing.
- Building Networks Panel: Global experts share strategies for strengthening social prescribing infrastructure.
- Real-World Impact: Hear success stories from practitioners like Steven O’Connell and Dr Paula Carroll that show the true power of community connection.
- Technology Panel: Thought leaders like Prof Reinhard Riedl and Ilyas Khan dive into the digital evolution of personalised care.
- Clinical Integration Panel: Practical guidance for healthcare providers from Dr Selvaseelan Selvarajah and others.
- Closing Keynote: Prof. Dr. Dennis A. Ostwald shares policy-driven strategies for building a sustainable future.
Why It Matters
Social prescribing is not a nice-to-have — it’s a necessity in today’s complex healthcare landscape. It’s how we shift from reactive to proactive care. It’s how we address loneliness, chronic illness, mental health, and the social determinants of health in a meaningful way.
Across the globe, more than 30 countries are now engaging with the Global Social Prescribing Alliance. Together, we’ve developed foundational tools like the Global Playbook, accessible training resources, and a community of practice where knowledge is shared and applied.
This summit is where that knowledge comes to life.
Join the Movement
Whether you’re a policymaker, healthcare provider, researcher, or simply passionate about better health outcomes — this summit is for you.
- Learn from experts
- Innovate with insight
- Collaborate across borders
- Shape a future where healthcare is truly human
Let’s co-create a healthier, more connected world — one community at a time.
Register now. Be part of the change. And if you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, reach out at gareth@whis.world.
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