As the world commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ—a symbol of renewed life and enduring hope—we are reminded of the power of compassion, resilience, and collective responsibility. May this season inspire us to continue building healthier, more equitable communities for all.

This Good Friday, we reflect on the values of compassion, sacrifice, and hope. May this day inspire us to lead with kindness, stand for one another, and remain grounded in humanity. #GANE wishes you a meaningful and reflective #GoodFriday 🌍

Every year, 2B+ people #globally lack access to safely managed drinking water. On #WorldWaterDay, we are reminded that water is not just a basic need—it is a critical pillar of #publichealth, dignity, and sustainable development. #EndTheNeglect #BeatNTDs #HealthEquity

This week’s #NTDsMythBuster: we focus on #mycetoma. World Health Organization states—#Mycetoma often starts as a painless swelling, causing patients to delay care until damage occurs. #GANE urges early care-seeking, stronger detection, & integration of skin #NTDs into #WASH & primary healthcare.

This week’s #DeepDive is on #Mycetoma— an #NTD that continues to cause preventable disability in vulnerable communities. According to the @WHO, mycetoma is a chronic, progressively destructive disease of the skin & underlying tissues caused by certain bacteria or fungi.

HISTORY MADE: Libya 🇱🇾 is officially the 28th country to eliminate #trachoma! 🎉 The global total of countries that have eliminated at least one #NTD is now at 60, well on our way to the @who.int#trachoma#NTD030 target of 100 countries! Let's #BeatNTDs together. Details: https://bit.ly/3ODXP7e #UniteActEliminate

We are excited to have Canadian Network for NTD join FIG 👏 This national coalition of Canadian organisations brings strong advocacy, research, and policy expertise to help us elevate #FGS within global health priorities. To learn more about FIG: bit.ly/FIG-schisto #EndFGS #EndTheNeglect

We are excited to welcome our newest FIG member🎉 One health Society Tanzania brings vital One Health and community‑driven expertise to strengthen integrated action on #FGS. To learn more about FIG and the work we do: bit.ly/FIG-schisto #EndFGS #EndTheNeglect

We are proud to announce the #NTDTriviaChallenge Champions: 🥇 Mohamed Abdi Ismail 🥈 ADIGA RICHARD 🥉 Ian Situma The challenge sparked learning, dialogue, & deeper awareness on #NTDs & we congratulate the winners & thank everyone who participated 🌟 #YouthAgainstNTDs

Today, we mark #WorldNTDDay2026 🌍 Over 1.7B people remain at risk of #NTDs, driven by poverty and limited access to #WASH and healthcare. At #GANE, we champion bold, youth-led action to #EndTheNeglect through advocacy, education & integrated solutions. #YouthAgainstNTDs

Ending #NTDs takes unity, sustained action, and shared responsibility. Our final #NTDTriviaChallenge question closes our countdown to #WorldNTDDay2026. 🏅Top 3 participants receive certificates on 29 Jan—as we head to 30 Jan, let’s turn knowledge into action. #EndTheNeglect

#WorldNTDDay is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when countries, partners, & communities unite behind a shared mission. With 58 countries having eliminated at least one NTD, the momentum is real. Check out this round up of events and activities bit.ly/WNTDD26 #UniteActEliminate

Our judges selected four winning posters from our World NTD Day competition 🌟 Vote for your favourite: unlimithealth.org/cast-your-vo... #WorldNTDDay

#Youth make up about 60%+ of Africa’s population—a powerful force for health advocacy & community action. Today's #NTDTriviaChallenge—toward #WorldNTDDay2026, Jan 30—question highlights the role of #youthleadership in ending #NTDs. Let us know in the comments below 👇 #EndTheNeglect #BeatNTDs

Yesterday marked #WorldLeprosyDay—a reminder #leprosy remains a #publichealth challenge, driven by delayed diagnosis, limited access to care, & stigma. At #GANE, we reaffirm our call for early detection, equitable treatment, & no discrimination as we work toward #NTDsElimination. #EndTheNeglect

#NTDs cause chronic pain, disability, & disfigurement for millions—often driving stigma & long-term social & economic impact. Today's #NTDTriviaChallenge question invites reflection on what shapes progress toward elimination. Share your answer 👇 #BeatNTDs #WorldNTDDay2026

Progress to #EndNTDs is shaped by interconnected challenges across communities, health systems, & policy spaces. As we approach #WorldNTDDay2026, today’s question gets you thinking about what drives real progress. Let us know in the comments 👇 #YouthAgainstNTDs

#NTDs often progress slowly, causing chronic swelling, reduced mobility, social & economic impact—often before diagnosis. Today’s #NTDTriviaChallenge highlights why early detection & community awareness matter. Let us know your answer in the comments below 👇 #EndTheNeglect #BeatNTDs

50M+ women & girls are affected by Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS), yet it’s often underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed as other #reproductivehealth issues. As we near #WorldNTDDay2026—Jan 30, the top 3 participants will win e-certificates 🏆 #EndTheNeglect #NTDTriviaChallenge

#Trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness, affecting around 1.9M people globally. As we continue the #NTDTriviaChallenge toward #WorldNTDDay2026, today’s question asks what strategies have proven effective. Drop your answer in the comments 👇 #EndTheNeglect

As we countdown to #WorldNTDDay, we are building momentum with the #NTDTriviaChallenge—a daily knowledge series designed to inform, engage, and spark action 🌟 From 16-28 Jan, we'll be sharing one trivia question each day, unpacking the realities of #NTDs to encourage informed dialogue.

This week’s #DeepDive, we highlight Male Genital Schistosomiasis (MGS)—a largely overlooked form of #schistosomiasis, one of the world’s most widespread #NTDs Globally, #MGS remains under-diagnosed & poorly understood, often missed in sexual & reproductive health discussions.

As #WorldNTDDay—30 January—draws near, we are reminded that while policies, partnerships, & investments remain critical, lasting progress is driven by community action. That's why our #GANEs3Ways segment highlights simple, practical, approaches that empower communities in the fight against #NTDs 🌍

#GANE is a youth-led movement committed to ending Neglected Tropical Diseases ( #NTDs) through advocacy, community action & innovation. Join us in raising awareness, driving #WASH solutions, and empowering communities for a healthier & more equitable world 🌍