Who we are
The Neglected Tropical Disease NGO Network is a global network specifically designed for NGO practitioners working to end NTDs globally.
NNN is the primary convening platform for NGO practitioners while providing an open and inclusive interface and interaction with health ministries, WHO, NTD-affected communities, donors, philanthropic organizations, and pharmaceutical companies. We facilitate both disease-specific and cross-cutting work through a bottom-up, resource-focused approach.
We bridge grassroots implementers, persons affected by NTDs, and policy makers - partnering with health ministries in over 50 countries and collaborating with donors to drive innovations addressing shared challenges.
NNN is a space where implementation science is practiced and shared — where evidence from country-based programs and community-led initiatives, and learning informs how we operationalize research, improve programs and influence policy, not just what we discover.
What Makes Us Unique
Network of Networks - We bring together disease-specific groups that previously worked in isolation, as well as cross-cutting groups that foster innovation, collaboration, and youth engagement in NTD efforts
Practitioner-Driven - Our resources and tools, developed by NNN working groups, come from NGOs directly implementing NTD programs, seeking solutions to support new and old challenges
Amplifying Affected Voices - We invite people living with NTDs to work with us to shape policies and programs Evidence-Based Advocacy - We channel real-world experience into WHO guidelines and national policies
Safe Space for Collaboration - We foster sharing and learning without competition.
Our Global Reach
- 100+ member organizations across 6 continents
- 6 Disease-Specific Groups covering major NTDs
- 7 Cross-Cutting Groups addressing integration challenges and opportunities
- Annual conference bringing together NNN members and observers based in 50+ countries
- Direct partnerships with the WHO, Ministries of Health, and national coalitions.