A network committed to the health of America
Founded in March 2011, our objective is to strengthen the action of Civil Society to prevent and control these diseases through political advocacy, education, awareness and research, at the national and regional level, so that effective policies are implemented, in line with the the objectives of the United Nations (UN), the World Health Organization (WHO) and its regional office, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), and the NCD Alliance.
We want to build a healthy future by reducing the risk factors for these diseases, which are smoking, unhealthy diets, alcohol consumption, a sedentary lifestyle, and air pollution, always in accordance with the best scientific evidence.
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, NCDs have increased the risk of hospitalization and death for those who contract this infection. Universal health coverage and equitable access to medicines is even more important.
A healthy future requires finding ways to reduce inequity and promote human rights, as well as addressing the so-called “determinants” of health, such as poverty and lack of education.
CLAS members include medical societies, patient organizations, health NGOs, consumer NGOs and academics. We all agree to work and act together to give greater strength to this health movement.
What do we collaborate on as a Coalition?
Support the governments of the region to promote concrete actions that improve public health.
Agility to propose and carry
forward projects.
Facilitate progress in the countries of the region according to their different interests and problems.
Translate scientific evidence into concrete actions and policies that prevent and control Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
Ability to interrelate and interconnect civil society organizations, people affected by non-communicable diseases, young people, professionals, and political authorities.
Our Allies
that allow us to develop all the activities we carry out.
