23/07/2026
-Bangladesh Becomes a Full Member of the Patients Alliance (WPA) #
We are proud to announce that RISDA-Bangladesh has officially been accepted as a Full Member of the World Patients Alliance (WPA), a leading global network committed to advancing patient rights, patient empowerment, and patient-centered healthcare across the world.
The membership approval was granted by the Board of Directors of the World Patients Alliance (WPA), marking an important milestone in RISDA-Bangladesh's journey toward strengthening healthcare advocacy and promoting equitable access to quality healthcare services for all.
As a national non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable development and community well-being, RISDA-Bangladesh recognizes that patient engagement and inclusive healthcare are fundamental to achieving healthier communities. Through this membership, we are honored to join a global alliance of organizations working collectively to amplify patients' voices, promote safe and innovative healthcare, and influence health policies that place patients at the center of care.
This membership opens new opportunities for international collaboration, knowledge exchange, capacity building, and joint advocacy with healthcare professionals, patient organizations, policymakers, researchers, and development partners worldwide.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the World Patients Alliance (WPA) for welcoming RISDA-Bangladesh into its global family. We look forward to contributing actively to WPA's mission and participating in global initiatives, including the 3rd World Patients Conference, where we will engage with international stakeholders to share experiences, learn best practices, and strengthen partnerships for improving patient-centered healthcare.
Together, we reaffirm our commitment to:
• Promoting patient rights and patient-centered healthcare.
• Supporting equitable access to safe, affordable, and quality healthcare services.
• Strengthening community awareness and patient engagement.
• Collaborating globally to improve health outcomes and healthcare systems.
• Advancing sustainable and inclusive healthcare solutions for vulnerable populations.
We believe that this partnership will further enhance RISDA-Bangladesh's contribution to improving the lives of patients and communities across Bangladesh while supporting the global movement toward better healthcare for everyone.
Together, we are stronger. Together, we amplify the voice of patients.
