WHO Summer School 2027 in France: Fully Funded Training Opportunity – Apply for the World Health Organization Public Health Programme in Nice Before 23 November 2026

Overview

The World Health Organization is organizing a four-day international training programme titled the Summer School on Systems Thinking and Innovation for the Prevention of Noncommunicable Diseases and a Healthy Ageing Population in the WHO European Region. The programme brings together 30 selected participants for specialized training, interactive learning, practical exercises, and project-based activities focused on addressing complex health challenges through systems thinking and innovation. The opportunity is organized by the WHO Regional Office for Europe, the WHO Collaborating Centre at Université Côte d’Azur, and Ulysseus European University, and will take place in Nice, France.

Who can apply

The programme is designed for emerging and established public health professionals, including PhD students, postgraduate students, researchers, health practitioners, medical and healthcare professionals, health policy specialists, government policymakers, and professionals working in health innovation, healthy ageing, and noncommunicable disease prevention and control. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in applying systems thinking and evidence-based approaches to address public health challenges.

What you get

Selected participants receive free programme participation for the four-day Summer School, lunches during each programme day, coffee breaks, a welcome dinner on 21 July 2027, and a certificate of participation upon completion. The training provides direct instruction from WHO experts and leading international specialists, practical skills in systems thinking and public health innovation, and opportunities to connect with professionals from diverse backgrounds.

How to apply

Applicants must submit their applications before the closing date. Submissions are reviewed by a selection panel that assesses candidates based on their professional and academic backgrounds, experience, and potential contribution to the programme.

Key dates

The application deadline is 23 November 2026. The Summer School takes place from 20 to 23 July 2027, with a welcome dinner scheduled for 21 July 2027.