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Who are members of the IPSN?

International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN) member organizations are governmental, non-governmental, academic and philanthropic organizations as well as business associations that contribute to the advancement of public health and actively work in pathogen genomic surveillance or adjacent fields.

Today, the IPSN engages with 362 active partner organisations across 110 countries which include 263 formal member organizations in 92 countries.

*Active IPSN partner organizations are defined as organizations that the IPSN engaged in the past 12 months in any format, including but not limited to consultations, meetings, and workshops, excl. countries in which global/regional organizations are HQ.

Who can become a member of the IPSN?

 

IPSN members are organizations, not individuals. Individuals that apply for membership on behalf of their organization should ensure they are authorized to enroll the organization in the IPSN.

IPSN members contribute to the advancement of public health and to the objectives, vision, and goal of the IPSN. They either actively work in the field of pathogen genomic surveillance or in a field that contributes to innovation in pathogen genomic surveillance. The aims and purposes of member organizations must be consistent with the WHO Constitution and conform with WHO policies.

 

What value does IPSN offer its members?

IPSN members have access to the following:

Partnership & networking

The IPSN offers opportunities for members to work together across regions and sectors on critical issues related to their work in pathogen genomic surveillance. The Secretariat supports members by helping to broker partnerships and coordinate technical platforms and learning exchanges.

Members are invited to attend the annual IPSN Global Partners Forum, which serves as an opportunity for knowledge sharing, advocacy, and collaboration for all members.

Funding opportunities

Member organizations from LMICs will be eligible to apply for funding through the IPSN catalytic fund. This fund supports equitable participation in the IPSN and will enable lower-resourced members to contribute to the global knowledge base for pathogen genomic surveillance.

Materials

Members receive regular communications and have access to IPSN platforms as well as resources and materials that are produced and shared by members and the IPSN Secretariat.

What is the process to become a member?

To become a member, applicant organizations complete the membership form and confirm that they have read and understood the IPSN Terms of Reference (ToR).  

Please click here to apply for IPSN membership. 

Due Diligence and Risk Assessment 

As part of the membership application process, all non-state actors must undergo due diligence and risk assessment clearance in accordance with the WHO’s Framework of Engagement with Non-State Actors (FENSA). This process ensures that all collaborations are transparent, accountable and aligned with WHO’s values and standards. For more information, please refer to the Handbook for Non-State actors on engagement with WHO.   

What do You Need to Do? 

Complete the form provided here by filling in all required fields accurately and ensure that all information provided is current, verifiable and in the required format. During the process you will be also required to upload supporting documents such as governance/organizational structure, latest financial statement (certified audit report), list of funding partners/donors and other relevant documents.  

Once submitted, the IPSN Secretariat will review the information in line with the eligibility criteria specified in the ToR and the WHO’s rules and policies. Based on the result of the due diligence and risk assessment process the Secretariat then notifies applicants of the outcome. 

For more information, please reach out to the IPSN Secretariat ([email protected]).