World Conference on Social Determinantds of Health
Rio de Janeiro Brazil, October 21, 2011
The Rio Political Declaration on Social Determinants of Health
expresses global political commitment for the implementation
of a social determinants of health approach to reduce health
inequities and to achieve other global priorities. It will help to
build momentum within WHO Member States for the
development of dedicated national action plans and strategies.
Process of development
On 15 August 2011, the text was circulated to Geneva-based
Permanent Missions of Member States. The first meeting of
Member States, convened by the Government of Brazil, was
held at WHO headquarters on 7 September, 2011. This was
followed by a series of informal consultations attended by
representatives of Permanent Missions. The text of the
declaration was finalized during the conference in Rio de
Janeiro on 19-21 October, 2011.
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