Background
WHO Health and Migration established a Technical Advisory Group (TAG) for the period 2025–2027 to support the implementation of the WHO global action plan on promoting the health of refugees and migrants (WHO GAP). The TAG plays a crucial role in advancing WHO’s mission to reduce health inequities and address the social, economic and environmental determinants of health for displaced and migrant populations. It will provide expert guidance on research, policy development and public health strategies to improve health outcomes for migrants, refugees and other displaced populations.
Expertise
Following an open call, WHO appointed 16 multidisciplinary experts from across WHO regions to serve in their personal capacities. The TAG includes academics, public health professionals and policymakers, bringing extensive experience in health, migration and displacement. The selection process ensured technical expertise, geographical representation and gender balance.
Objectives
In its capacity as an advisory body to WHO, the TAG on Health, Migration and Displacement provides strategic and technical guidance to support the WHO Health and Migration.
Its key functions include:
- advising on policy development, program implementation, research and evidence generation;
- providing expert feedback on WHO technical reports, guidance documents and recommendations;
- ensuring that WHO-produced knowledge products are scientifically robust, policy-relevant and accessible to diverse stakeholders; and
- providing input on global strategies for migrant and refugee health.
Meetings
The TAG convenes quarterly (virtually or in-person), with additional meetings scheduled as needed. Meeting reports and key outcomes are published on the WHO website to promote transparency and knowledge-sharing. Recommendations are formulated through a consensus-based approach.