The World Rehabilitation Alliance (WRA) is a WHO-hosted global network of 120+ organizations supporting the implementation of the Rehabilitation 2030 initiative and World Health Assembly resolution WHA76.6 on strengthening rehabilitation in health systems through advocacy. Its objectives are to conduct evidence-informed advocacy that increases support and raises awareness of rehabilitation, and to strengthen networking and knowledge sharing within the rehabilitation sector. Visit the WRA webpage.
Who can apply
Member States and State bodies; intergovernmental organizations; nongovernmental organizations; philanthropic foundations; academic institutions; and the private sector, including international business associations, represented by one entity per sector. Individuals are not eligible for membership.
Eligibility criteria
- The aims and purposes of the entity should be consistent with the WHO Constitution and conform with WHO's policies.
- The entity should contribute significantly to the advancement of public health and rehabilitation and to the objectives, vision and goal of the WRA, and demonstrate support for the WHO Rehabilitation 2030 initiative.
- The entity should respect the intergovernmental nature of WHO and the decision-making authority of Member States as set out in the WHO Constitution.
- The entity should be actively working in the field of rehabilitation, nationally or internationally, with proven experience and expertise in the subject matter for at least three years.
- The entity should have an established structure, constitutive act and accountability mechanism.
- The entity, if a membership organization, should have the authority to speak for its members and have a representative structure.
Before applying, please read the WRA Terms of Reference.
The application form
The form has four sections: general information about the entity; tobacco/arms-related disclosure statement for non-State actors (to be signed without alteration); entity focus; and supporting files.
Documents to prepare (in English)
- By-laws or constitution
- Governance structure
- Certificate of establishment
- Sources of funding (list of donors and sponsors)
- Names and affiliations of the members of the main decision-making body (such as the Board)
- Report of activities in rehabilitation for the last three years (for example, an annual report)
If original documents are not in English, please provide both the original and an English translation.
Review and intakes
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Membership is approved twice a year, in January and July, following an assessment and due diligence process in line with WHO rules and policies.
Questions: Amy Jo Collins, Coordinator, World Rehabilitation Alliance, World Health Organization – acollins@who.int
There are 27 questions in this survey.
