Our Members are the lifeblood of our organization. Since its establishment in 1978, the World Heart Federation has been serving as the principal representative body for the cardiovascular community, representing more than 220 heart foundations, scientific societies and patient organizations in 113 countries.

A rewarding Membership

Sharing knowledge

The latest research, findings and data come from a wide pool of specialists in heart care and policy, but we don’t stop there: WHF communicates first-hand expertise on multi-disciplinary developments in cardiovascular disease (CVD) and related conditions to reach wide audiences.

Influencing change

A trusted ally of international organizations, governments, medical and patient groups, WHF advocates for fair access to heart care, translates science into policy, and raises awareness of heart health. As the only organization representing the CVD community that is in ‘Official Relations’ with the World Health Organization (WHO), our partnership opens access to the developments that impact decisions. WHF also works closely with the with the Noncommunicable Diseases Alliance (NCDA) for improved prevention and control of CVD and NCDs.

Building communities

A united global CVD community amplifies the efforts and achievements of individuals and groups: with WHF, there is always a dialogue, an open door, a resource, an event all helping to break new ground in the fight to save hearts. Our platforms help raises voices from all sectors and stakeholders, especially those of our Members and those they rally and represent. And stronger communities increase impact. We connect and convene many along the healthcare chain: practitioners, patients, policy-makers, care-givers and medicine and device specialists.