International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)

Established in 1920, the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) is committed to creating a healthier world for all, free of tuberculosis and lung disease.

The Union is a global membership, technical and scientific organisation, led by people who are committed to our vision, mission and values.

Their members are individuals and organisations from around the world. We are made up of government and non-government agencies, charities, donors and funders, professional groups, patient groups and civil society organisations. We bring together clinicians, managers, policy makers, front-line workers and implementers, scientists, patients and survivors, advocates and civil society.

Mission
To promote national autonomy within the framework of the priorities of each country by developing, implementing and assessing anti-tuberculosis, lung health and non-communicable disease programs as well as other public health issues.

Vision:
Health solutions for the poor

Values:
• Quality: They deliver their services and products to the highest possible standards.
• Accountability: They are responsible stewards of resources and deliver on their commitments.
• Independence: They maintain the freedom to pursue innovation and are guided by the best evidence to improve the health of the poor.
• Solidarity: They stand together as one Union to overcome the greatest challenges to improve health among the communities they serve.