About Us

The Eastern Mediterranean Non-Communicable Disease Alliance (EMNCDA), established in 2017, is a coalition of over 20 national and regional non-governmental organizations dedicated to combating non-communicable diseases (NCDs) across the Eastern Mediterranean Region. As proud full members of the Global NCD Alliance, we are leading regional efforts to advocate, lobby, and take action to reduce, manage, prevent, and control NCDs within the Eastern Mediterranean Countries.

Our Mission

Working primarily at the national and regional levels, EMNCDA’s mission is to take an integrated, population health approach to influence policies and practices that will help prevent NCDs. EMNCDA has three inter-related functions – advocacy, capacity building and mobilizing knowledge for action

Our Vision

Create Solutions that inspire action and build healthier lives, free of non-communicable diseases.

Objectives

  • Advocate for NCD Prevention: Position NCD prevention and control as top priorities on national and regional health agendas.
  • Build Partnerships: Foster and sustain multi-sectoral collaborations among civil society organizations, governments, and health sectors.
  • Support Policy Implementation: Promote the implementation of regional frameworks for action on NCDs, focusing on core strategic interventions.
  • Raise Public Awareness: Encourage healthy behaviors to reduce NCD risks and foster informed communities.
  • Strengthen Regional Platforms: Develop networks for information exchange, advocacy, and collaboration on NCD efforts across the region.